The leaves are burnt, the air is crisp, and the holiday season is around the corner. There’s something special about this time of year, something comforting. From the seasonal specialties of apple cider, pumpkins, homemade breads, pies, and cranberries to the holiday gatherings that are right around the corner, fall seems to be a favorite [...]

Earlier this week, we published a fall weather outlook here on the site, providing a summary of the Farmers’ Almanac long range forecast for the next couple of months.
Since then, a few readers have rightfully pointed out that, while we provided predictions for most regions of the United States, we neglected to mention the Northwestern region [...]

What does Mother Nature have in store for the coming autumn?

Learn about this warming weather pattern and why it’s referred to as “Indian Summer.”

Find out peak dates to see fall foliage in your area.

Perfect for Leaf Peepers

Full moon names have interesting stories behind them. Discover why September’s full moon is often referred to as the Full Harvest Moon.

SAVANNAH, Ga. (Sept. 9, 2008) – Planning a trip to see fall foliage in all its glory? According to the newly released 2009 Farmers’ Almanac, fall color will be at its peak during these times:
Sept. 28-Oct. 8: Vermont (northern)
Sept. 28-Oct. 29: New York, depending on elevation and distance from coast
Oct. 5-15: Colorado, Maine (inland), Michigan [...]

In the 2009 Farmers’ Almanac we have included a couple new pieces of information we believe will be helpful. The first is a Hardiness Zone Map. It has now ben loaded on our site.  It is different from other more static maps. You scroll over you region and it becomes colored and relates to the suitability for winter [...]