Will Arizona Have a White Christmas This Year?

If you were raised in Arizona, you might be dreaming of a white Christmas. It seems so romantic and charming, right?

If you're snowbirding here from, say, the Midwest, you're probably not all that bothered with the chances of snowflakes flying on December 25th.

If you're hoping to wake up to a Currier and Ives painting in Christmas morn, there's a good chance you'll be disappointed. Your chances of seeing snow in Arizona are pretty slim this year.

READ: Prescott, Arizona, is Known as the State's Christmas City

According to the National Weather Service, your best chance of seeing snow on Christmas day is if you're in Flagstaff or the Grand Canyon Village.

Most of Arizona: You're Not Gonna Have a White Christmas

Phoenix, on the other hand, has never recorded measurable snowfall on Christmas Day. I know you're shocked, right? The good news is, while your friends in New York or Minnesota are digging out from feet of snow, you can wear your flip-flops, snap some photos, and make them jealous.

READ: Decorating For Holidays Despite Federal Ban in Arizona

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In my never-so-humble opinion, a white Christmas is a tad overrated. A white Christmas leads to a white day-after-Christmas, and generally speaking, a white New Year.

Trust me. When snow's been hanging around, it starts to lose its charm.

Old Farmer's Almanac on the Chances for a White Christmas in Arizona

The Old Farmer's Almanac suggests that the southern part of Arizona, including Phoenix, probably won't see a white Christmas this year.

If you're feeling brave, head to the northern part of the state, especially areas like Flagstaff, or spend some time in the higher elevations. You can visit the snow in the mountains, then leave it behind for warmer days.

If you absolutely insist on a white Christmas in Arizona, Flagstaff is your destination. The rest of us will relax and enjoy the day.

Sources: Old Farmer's Almanac | AZ Central | National Weather Service