Answer:

warmer

Answer	Crossword Clue
WARMER	"Getting close"
WARMER	Down's role in winter
WARMER	Not so distant

WARMER	Closer, in a fashion
WARMER	Place to keep one's buns, perhaps
WARMER	Not so cold
WARMER	More affable
WARMER	Forecast word
WARMER	Not as chilly
WARMER	Fair and ....
WARMER	Weather prediction.

WARMER	Partner of fair.
WARMER	Fair's partner.
WARMER	Weather forecast
WARMER	Bed or bench follower
WARMER	Not as aloof
WARMER	"You're getting close"
WARMER	More hot
WARMER	Legwear

WARMER	Closer, in a way
WARMER	Weather report word