What Are Meteorological Seasons Vs. Astronomical Seasons?

A single tree split down the middle showing bare winter branches and blooming spring blossoms.

Did you know that meteorologists define seasons differently than the average person? The seasons you are familiar with, according to the calendar, are “astronomical,” but the seasons that your meteorologist chats about on the evening news are “meteorological.” For meteorologists, the seasons are defined by the months with temperatures and weather often associated with each.

What The Heck Is Mud Season?

Thick brown mud clings to the rubber sole of a boot walking along a wet dirt path.

Bet you didn’t know that many in the northeast endure five seasons: spring, summer, fall, winter, and mud. And it’s not pretty. Learn more!

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