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Meteor Shower Alert!
April Lyrid Showers This week may be a great time to stay up late or get up early to see some magic in the sky.

Gowks, April Fish and Other April Fools' Day Lore
April Fools' Day is a day of pranks. Ever wonder why?

Look -- It's a Shooting Star!
Don't miss one of the year's best meteor showers. The Perseids peak August 12.

Meteor Shower Mayhem
Now is the time of year when meteor showers appear more often.

Snow in the Forecast?
Learn what the different snow terms mean. Weather forecasters use many terms when predicting snow --showers, flurries, blizzard, etc. Learn what they mean here.

Top 10 Things to Do Now for a Better Garden Later
April gardening tips Spring is here. Get your garden in shape now!

Indian Winter?
When will spring warm up? Is Mother Nature "fooling" us this spring? When will April get warmer?

Favorite Ways to Spend a Rainy Day
Don't let the rain outside get you down! Check out the Farmers' Almanac's list of 10 ways to enjoy April.

Foolish Weather for April?
April's weather can fool many of us into thinking that winter is hanging on. But the sun is getting stronger and the temperatures will warm up.

Income Tax Facts for the Weary
Discover some unusual facts about April 15--including why the government used Donald Duck to make this day less taxing.

8 Weather Lore Sayings You May Not Know
And one you most definitely do! April is a crazy month for weather, especially this year. Check out some natural spring-time weather lore here.

What is Earth Day?
April 22 is Earth Day. Ever wonder how and why Earth Day became a holiday of sorts?

Top Twenty Wettest Places
Annual precipitation values for the rainiest places. Last week we looked at the rainiest cities in April. This week here's a list of the rainiest places annually!

Top Ten Rainiest Cities In April
April Showers Bring Rainy Towns Think April is a rainy month in your home town? Imagine receiving more than 12 inches in one month! These cities really do get a lot of rain!

A Full PINK Moon?!
You've heard of a "blue" moon but what is a "pink" moon?

Think Snow is Only for Winter? Think Again!
Spring is here, which means no more snow, right? Not so fast!

Longtime Farmers’ Almanac Forecaster Resigns
For immediate release: Caleb Weatherbee hands in his resignation.

Stop and Smell the Roses!
Spring is here. Learn to enjoy it!

What are meteors?
Find out here.

New Year’s Football Forecast
What will the weather be like for the New Year's college bowl games? Farmers' Almanac has the forecast.

What Are Meteors?
Look to the sky! Is it a bird, plane, shooting star or meteor? Learn what a meteor is, why they happen, and when you might be able to view a meteor shower.

Things Are Looking Up!
100 Hours of Astronomy 2009 is the International Year of Astronomy. Learn about 100 hours of astronomy here.

Stormy Spring in the Forecast
Farmers' Almanac releases its stormy spring forecast.

Earliest Easter You Will See In Your Lifetime
Unless you are 95 or over. Easter 2008 was on March 23rd, one of the earliest dates in can occur. But why?


Farmers’ Almanac right on with wet summer forecast
Wet, cool conditions in the Northeast come as no surprise to the Farmers' Almanac.

Stormy End to October?
Weather forecast for the rest of the month. Will the kids be cold and wet this Halloween? Get the forecast now.

Weather Update: When will it Warm up?
Tired of the cool spring weather this year? Check out how this spring has compared to others.

Does it Really Rain BLOOD?
No this isn't a Halloween hoax. It does sometimes rain "blood" in some areas of the world. Find out what this "blood" is.

Why Do We Celebrate Arbor Day?
A Day for the Trees What is Arbor Day, and why do we celebrate it?

Favorite Dry Skin Cures and Preventions
Summer weather means dry skin. Check out our favorite ways to keep skin moist and healthy here.

Say I Do to a Green Honeymoon
5 Great Green Travel Tips Going green doesn't have to mean sacrificing luxury. Check out these helpful green hints.

Will Your Christmas be White?
Dreaming of a white Christmas? Find out if it will be snow or grass covered here.


Move Over Daylight – Here Comes Standard Time
It's time to change the clocks.

Where to Hit the Slopes in 2008/09
Like to ski? Check out where the Farmers' Almanac is predicting a great ski season.

Can the Moon be Wet or Dry?
How can the moon be "wet or dry?" Learn more here.

Chilling Forecast for Halloween
Farmers' Almanac Forecast Dressing up this Halloween? You may want to note our forecast and pile on a few extra sweaters.

Natural Cures for Athlete's Foot
Is athlete's foot leaving you itchy? Learn how to naturally alleviate some of the symptoms of this common problem.

Rain or Snow?
What are the deciding factors?! Ever wonder why it rains but is very cold or why it snows when the temperature is above freezing?

How Do Volcanoes Affect Our Weather?
With all of the debris that volcanoes put in the air and the land, what if anything do these volcanic eruptions do to our weather?

Cold Spring on Tap for Canada
Winter doesn't seem to want to end. Numbing cold conditions are predicted to continue into spring.

Top 5 tips for Driving During Wet Fall Months
Timely tips for wet weather driving.

Where to Hit the Slopes in 2007 and 2008
Where will the best snow be? Will it be a good skiing year? Farmers' Almanac offers its take on where to hit the slopes this upcoming winter.

Will This Winter's Weather Be a Repeat of 1989/90?
Check out the similarities so far . . . The U.S. hasn't seen this cold of a November since 1989. Check out Caleb Weatherbee's overview and comparison.

Should you make indoor or outdoor plans for Memorial Day?
And what about the 4th of July? Farmers’ Almanac predicts a “Fairly” good weather weekend for Memorial Day.

Longest Running Almanac Editor In History
September 18th marks the birth anniversary of the Farmers' Almanac's most colorful editor.

Snowed In? Check out these record snowfalls.
This week's marks a record in snow history Can you imagine receiving almost 200 inches of snow from one storm? It happened.

Why do we Swear in New Presidents in January?
Ever wonder why January is the time when a new president of the USA takes office?

lunar eclipse
Choosing a date for your wedding is a big decision. Check out this old wedding lore rhyme.

Got Rain? These places don't have much!
Top Ten DRIEST Places in the USA Rain, rain where are you? Imagine receiving less than 10 inches of rain in an entire year? It happens in these ten US towns.

Numbingly Cold Conditions Won't End For Spring!
Famers' Almanac Spring Outlook Tired of cold weather? Wondering what spring weather will bring?

First Solar Eclipse in 2 Years!
This Friday, August 1, 2008 There will be a total eclipse of the sun this Friday. Find out more from Farmers' Almanac experts.

Best Wedding Weather State?
Ever wonder what states may have the best weather for weddings? Check out what we found from our Worst Wedding Weather Contest.

Test Your Weather Wisdom
A fun quiz for the weather expert in all of us.

Weather Predictions Right Again!
We called it, yet again! Learn how accurate the Farmers' Almanac forecasts have been this year!

Wedding Contest Results?!
Winners, Lore, and More! Farmers' Almanac Worst Wedding Weather Contest voting is over. Learn how our Top Ten campaigned for the most votes, and when the winning couple will be announced.

Snow Facts and Trivia – Get in the Snow.
How much do you really know about snow? Can it snow when it's 40 degrees out?

Did the Calendar Manufacturers Make a Mistake?
Why does February have 29 days this year? Ever wonder "why" we have leap day every four years?

How Much Do You Know About Hurricanes?
First appearing in the 2006 Farmers' Almanac They may be more deadly than you think. Read these hurricane facts.

Here Come the Leonid Meteors
Circle November 17th on your calendars for an early showing of meteors!

Outrageous Weather Myths Debunked
Roosters crowing at night, dogs eating grass, pigs gathering straw. Can these things really predict the weather?

How to Deal with Household Pests
Mice making a home in your garage? Houseflies causing havoc in your kitchen? Get useful tips on ways to deal with pests here.

Top 5 Coldest US Cities
Based on Winter Conditions from 2007-08 Ever wonder where the coldest cities are? Here's a look at some of the coldest places in the US last winter.

How to Create a Year of Wellness
Follow these month by month steps to a successfully healthy year.

Extreme Weather Stories
Hurricanes, Tornadoes, and Thunderstorms Did hail wreck your car? Wonder why hurricanes form? Do you live in an area prone to twisters? Check out this informative and interesting story about extreme weather conditions.

Top 5 Best Weather Cities To Catch a Minor League Baseball Game
Rain can spoil or cancel the game! Find out where the best weather is to catch a game this summer.


Blog

Perseid Meteor Showers
August 4, 2008 12:29 PM


April Full Moon
April 17, 2008 6:18 PM

Easter
March 5, 2008 1:15 PM


A Long, Hard Winter
April 5, 2007 9:18 AM


To Rain, or to Snow?
November 7, 2006 2:28 PM

Ten of the Worst Tornadoes
February 8, 2008 10:25 AM

Summer Safety & The Weather
May 2, 2008 3:53 PM

Full Moon Contest - the Why?
October 5, 2009 1:55 PM

Farmers’ Almanac taken to Task
August 14, 2008 11:52 PM

The Coming of Spring
April 9, 2009 12:22 PM



My Mother - I'll Keep Her
April 16, 2009 11:47 AM


Phil Agrees - 6 More Weeks of Winter
February 2, 2009 10:12 AM

Dear Editor: Go Away, Winter!
April 10, 2007 9:19 AM

Friday The 13th
February 13, 2009 11:08 AM

Good Old Mother Earth
April 22, 2008 9:41 AM

Presidential Trivia
January 20, 2009 11:01 AM

Trapped In Your Car
January 22, 2009 12:24 PM

Best Weather State for Gardening
April 24, 2009 11:13 AM

Full Moon Contest
September 25, 2009 9:12 AM

Weather - Where to Live?
September 4, 2007 6:58 AM

Front Page News
September 11, 2007 5:02 PM

Ray Geiger and the Farmers’ Almanac
September 18, 2006 9:55 AM


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Farmers' Almanac Weather Outlook for Hawaii
Farmers Almanac Weather Summary for HawaiiDue to Hawaii's fairly constant weather patterns, the Farmers' Almanac provides an overall climatological summary for Hawaii. This summary should give you a good idea of what type of weather to expect if you are...

Meteor Showers
This table lists some of the best-known meteor showers. If your location observes Daylight Saving Time, please add one hour to the time shown. All times given are listed in Eastern Standard Time. The best way to watch for...

Dates and Times of Full Moons
Here are the dates, names, and times (EDT) of upcoming full moons from the Farmers' Almanac. Have you ever wondered why full Moons were given these names? Click here and get the fascinating facts! Remember, the Farmers' Almanac also has...

In The 'Nac
What's in the 'Nac -- the Farmers' Almanac that is:Always thrifty, always "green," the Farmers' Almanac is the "go-to" source for resourceful living. It's the only source for amazingly accurate 16 months of weather forecasts that help readers plan for...

Farmers' Almanac Weather Outlook for Alaska
Farmers' Almanac Weather Summary for Alaska Due to Alaska's fairly constant weather patterns, the Farmers' Almanac provides an overall climatological summary for Alaska. This summary should give you a good idea of what type of weather to expect...

Full Moon Names and Their Meanings
Full Moon names date back to Native Americans, of what is now the northern and eastern United States. The tribes kept track of the seasons by giving distinctive names to each recurring full Moon. Their names were applied to the...

On The Money
Major Weather Events Accurately Predicted by the Farmers’ Almanac... Photo Courtesy of NOAA  • In 2009, the Farmers’ Almanac predicted an exceptionally cold winter and a cool, wet spring...