forecast

(noun) a prediction about how something (as the weather) will develop. Synonyms: prognosis.

(verb) predict in advance. Synonyms: calculate.

(verb) judge to be probable. Synonyms: calculate, estimate, reckon, count on, figure.

(verb) indicate by signs. Synonyms: bode, portend, auspicate, prognosticate, omen, presage, betoken, foreshadow, augur, foretell, prefigure, predict. Example: "These signs bode bad news."