(WGHP) — This winter, a weak La Niña should develop. This means a gradual warming of the Pacific Ocean water off the coast of South America should bring the Piedmont a warm and dry winter. Overall, temperatures will be slightly above normal during the month of December. Our temperatures will be above normal in January and February. There will be some cool spells, but, overall, temperatures should be above normal.  Here are Charles Ewing's predictions: Colder or warmer? Slightly above normal temperatures in December. Above normal temperatures in January and February. Coldest temperature? 13 degrees How many inches of snow? About 3 inches Largest snowfall? About 3 inches First snow? Jan. 4 You can also see the predictions from FOX8 Meteorologists Emily Byrd and Alex Schneider.