Much of the country is forecast to see warmer-than-average temperatures and drought conditions this spring, according to NOAA.

If you're one of the millions of Americans thawing out after a week of Arctic air and deep freezes, spring weather and sunshine can't come soon enough. On Thursday, national forecasters gave us a sneak peek at the warmer season to come.

NOAA predicts a drier spring for the Southwest and wetter season for the Northwest and Appalachia. Punxsutawney Phil may have signaled six more weeks of winter, but the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has its own predictions for spring.

South Louisiana can expect higher-than-average spring temperatures, and below-average precipitation, according to the NOAA forecast.

Dreaming of warmer weather? It's on its way, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac, but something else may be coming along with it.