forecast
fore-cast
verb
To predict or estimate a future event or trend, often based on data.
"They forecast heavy snowfall for the north."
noun
A statement predicting what will happen in the future, especially regarding weather or economy.
"The BBC weather forecast was accurate."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: calculate, count on, figure, estimate, reckon, prognosis, augur, betoken, predict, foreshadow, presage, prognosticate