It doesn't always happen right away. Sometimes it can take over a month and December hasn't been kind to us.
But it is what it is.
Also not every strong -AO has led to a snowy outcome especially in a Nina
Euro tends to overamplify systems in the LR, which is why its latest run makes me skeptical.
Not saying it won't be a hugger but I'd be surprised if the Euro's evolution played out.
Sounds like you think it'll track inland. Certainly not discounting that given Atlantic warm pool.
It's likely why we've had to wait til Jan/Feb to get a significant snow event at the coast lately
Starting to wonder if eastern areas could turn to rain if there's a full capture.
Like that one storm that gave us snow and skunked central & eastern SNE