Forecasters expect a warmer, wetter winter for the United States with El Niño affecting weather patterns. The current El Niño event has set records for over 150 days indicating a prolonged effect. Regions like New Jersey and Tennessee are being monitored for potential weather effects. Ski resorts in the US should prepare for varying conditions with forecasts suggesting a mix of snow and rain. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) noted that despite warmer predictions some areas may still experience colder temperatures.