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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!

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.

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.

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

Is It True That Cows Lie Down When It's About To Rain?
Ever wonder if cows can foretell the weather? Some believe that if cows are lying down rain is on its way. Is this a good method of predicting rain?

Is it going to rain?
Learn the signs. Are there signs from nature that indicate when rain will fall? Check out some of our favorite rainy day clues.

Rain, Rain, Go Away ...
Making the Most of a Wet Summer Don't let wet weather keep you out of the garden this summer!

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.

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?

Will it rain for 40 days?
July 15 is St. Swithin's Day. Learn about the lore that suggests if it rains on this day, it will continue for 40 more.

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.

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?

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.

Can Leaves Predict a Storm?
Can you forecast rain based on leaves?

Best Gardening Weather?!
What state has the best gardening weather? Sunny days, warm temperatures, and enough rain to keep the plants growing. Where is this perfect spot?

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 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.

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!

Frozen Peas to the Rescue
Here is an easy way to make an ice pack in a hurry with ingredients from the cabinet or freezer.

Memorable Weather Events of the Past 200 Years
Excerpted from the 2005 Farmers' Almanac If it seems that weather is more precarious today than in years past, guess again. America has always had strange weather events.

Treating Sprains with Ice Packs
Has the winter weather got you down?

Rice Rocks
Rice, a staple food for more than half of the earth's population, is an amazing grain.

Sedums in a Shoe
Show off your spring flowers in an old boot!

Put your Roof to Work
You don't need a big yard to have a nice garden. Try using your roof for planting vegetables, herbs and more.

Lightning Kills, Play it Safe
Lightning is a very dangerous weather occurrence that isn't taken seriously. Here's how to avoid the threat of being struck by lightning.

The Full Sturgeon Moon
A fish in the sky? Discover why August's full moon is named after a large fish.

Stormy Weather for the Southern States
Is there a wet or rainy season in the southern US states? After a dry summer, it might be good to know when the rainy season may begin.

Go GREEN when you Clean
Tired of the toxic and expensive house cleaning supplies? Check out a few of our favorite home-made, greener choices.

Everything Ice Isn't Always NICE!
(Unless it's in your favorite drink.) What is ice? Does hail only fall in the summer? Why are ice storms so devastating?

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

Brain Freeze? Try this.
A simple cure that may stop that ice cream headache. Ever been eating ice cream when all of a sudden you have a terrible headache? Get the inside scoop on these "brain freezes."

Best Day to Potty Train?!
Is there such a thing? Check out a new feature in the 2009 Farmers' Almanac.

Muscle Strain: Ice or Heat?
When you have sore muscles, do you reach for an ice pack or the heating pad? Your choice could be making the pain worse.

Top Three Favorite Weather Storms
Ever long for a snowy or rainy day? Find out why bad weather sometimes makes for a good day.

6 Weird Uses for the Farmers' Almanac
Think people only consult the Farmers' Almanac for the weather? Think again.

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!

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

10 Ways to Keep Your Mind Healthy
Exercise your brain as you age! Check out our easy tips for ways to keep your mind and memory healthy.

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

Weather Instruments You May Want to Own
Weather Tools and What They Do Everything you need to predict the weather, right from the comfort of your own home!

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

June Weather Lore and More!
If June is wet, will September be dry? Check out some fun weather lore sayings we found about the sixth month of the year.

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?


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

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

Must-Know Tips for Rainy Day Driving.
Summer thunderstorms can be a challenge to drive in. Get some important tips on ways to drive safe.

Wild, Wet, Wacky (Hot) Weather
What's Next? This summer's weather has been interesting to say the least. Did the Almanac predict it? Find out here.

Ring Around the Moon
Wondering what causes a lunar halo? Here's the answer.

Fall Forecast Looks Wet
Soggy season could hamper leaf peeking

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

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.

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

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

Top 4 Folklore Favorites
Winter weather getting you down? Learn how to predict what may be coming next.

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?

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

Will Snowstorms Win Again?
Perfect Valentine’s Day Weather Poll A few months ago we asked "what your favorite weather storm" was. Now we want to know what your perfect Valentine's Day Weather would be.

Move Over Phil!
Groundhogs aren't the only animals that predict weather. Besides groundhogs, there are many animals that are known to have weather predicting abilities. Learn which ones predict what kind of weather here.

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

When is Lightning a Danger?
Keep safe this summer. Get these important safety facts about thunderstorms.

Can you Predict the Weather with a Snowball?
What does snow tell you about the weather other than it's cold outside? Find out what and how snowball lore can help predict the weather.

Who had the worst wedding weather?
Vote for the best of the worst. Cast your vote for the best of the worst weather that is on our top ten finalist's big day!

Extend Your Growing Season
Mini-greenhouses, cold frames, and other ways to grow in cold weather.

5 Ways to Save Money Grocery Shopping
Simple ways to go to food shop without going over budget.

Wild Weather Forecasters
Lean how animals can predict the weather. Did you know a cricket can tell you the temperature?

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.

2009 Thanksgiving Day Forecast
Will it be wet, white, or warm? Will you need your umbrella this Thanksgiving?

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?

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

Weather May Be the Wild Card At the Super Bowl
February 1st is big game day! Check out why you may want to grab an umbrella.

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

Thunder, Lightning and SNOW?
Is there such thing as Ever hear thunder during a snowstorm? Is it possible? Discover what winter thunderstorms are all about.

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.

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

Record Breaking Winter Weather from 2008
Winter Extremes Winter of 2008 saw some record-breaking extremes. Find out where.

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

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.

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.

Top Ten Best Outdoor Wedding Cities
Wedding season is here. More weddings happen between May and October than any other time of year. Check out where the best outdoor wedding cities are.

Farmers' Almanac Fall Forecast
What does Mother Nature have in store for the coming autumn?

Timely Weather Definitions
Do you know what these words really mean? Are "squalls" predicted in your area? Do you know what is meant by squalls? What is the halo around the moon caused by?

15 Easy Water Saving Tips
For Inside and Outside Saving water is a great way to live more resourcefully. Check out our Farmers' Almanac water conservation tips here.

Frigid 2010 Forecast: How Cold will the Winter Weather Be?
Crazy weather on tap! Here it is! The 2010 Farmers' Almanac official long-range weather outlook.

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.

Mulching Tips For the Organic Gardener
Late fall is a good time to mulch - and protect your outdoor plants. Learn more.

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.

Tornado Truths: Test Your Tornado Knowledge.
Be prepared. Learn more about tornadoes.

Ewww... What's that Smell?
Before you point the finger at a skunk or start looking around for dirty socks, consider that the source of a bad odor might just be . . . a flower. Some plants are known for their bold, beautiful blooms. Others are known for their sweet, luscious fruit. There are a few plants, however, that are famous for something less romantic: A foul, offensive odor. Here are a few putrid plants to ponder.

Weather Glossary
Ever wonder what an anemometer measures? Or what a dust devil is? Here's a helpful glossary of popular weather terms.

How accurate was the Farmers' Almanac this year?
Remember last winter? The Farmers' Almanac warned that "Shivery is not dead!" And this summer has been an interesting mix of hot, dry conditions. Find out how the Almanac did with its predictions for the 2007 winter and summer.

Create a Winter Birdhouse
Create a rustic bird house with found items from your home and garden.

Weather Instruments
Here's a quick primer on common weather instruments that may be used to forecast winter temperatures and storms.

Memorable Halloween Weather Events
Forget the ghosts and goblins. Halloween has had some scary weather over the past 20 years. Here are a couple of the most memorable nights.

The Great Christmas Eve Snow Storm (2004)
Just two years ago, some very unlikely places experienced a white Christmas.

The Basics: Hurricanes, Tornadoes and Storm Surges
Most landfalling hurricanes spawn at least one tornado. Read More

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.


Winter Preparedness Safety Tips
Along with cold weather, winter can often bring a series of dangerous situations. Be prepared for Mother Nature's worst weather! Find valuable tips and be prepared by reading our story here.

Top Ten Deadliest Hurricanes
This has been a stormy hurricane season. Check out a list of some of the deadliest storms over the past 100+ years.

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.

Recipes


Chicken Casserole with Wild Rice
Treat your family like royalty with this deliciously elegant casserole. A majestic combination of tender chicken, wild rice, slivered almonds, and mushrooms.

Blog

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

April Full Moon
April 17, 2008 6:18 PM

Easter
March 5, 2008 1:15 PM



Signs of Rain
August 17, 2005 11:35 AM

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

The Most Accurate Weather Proverbs
January 10, 2007 1:15 PM

Predicting Rain
October 5, 2007 7:09 AM

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


An Inch of Rain Equals
December 4, 2007 11:14 AM

Tips for Driving Safely in Heavy Rain
November 28, 2006 10:07 AM


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

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

Wedding In Buffalo - The Weather
August 8, 2008 7:09 PM

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

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

Hilo, Hawaii
March 10, 2009 10:16 AM

Storm Damage
December 13, 2007 6:03 PM

Animals and Weather
February 6, 2008 11:20 AM


Ice Is Nice (Sometimes)
February 15, 2008 11:05 AM

Where’s Winter?
December 15, 2006 9:22 AM

The 10 Worst Weather Cities
October 6, 2006 6:20 AM

Weather and Outdoor Events
July 9, 2008 10:50 AM


Where is the Winter Weather?
October 22, 2007 11:17 AM

Ice Storms
December 11, 2007 1:25 PM

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

The Poor Man’s Fertilizer
January 29, 2008 9:08 AM

Presidential Trivia
January 20, 2009 11:01 AM

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

Full Moon Contest
September 25, 2009 9:12 AM

Watching Nature to Predict the Weather
October 19, 2006 10:33 AM

Arthritis Weather Index
November 4, 2005 10:51 AM

Tree-Planting Tips
June 13, 2007 10:38 AM

The 10 Best Weather Cities
October 5, 2006 1:47 PM

The Hurricane that Wasn’t
September 29, 2008 6:37 PM

New Jersey - Winter Wonderland
November 19, 2007 2:53 PM

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

May Changes Everything
May 14, 2008 2:19 PM

Last night’s Lunar Eclipse was …
February 21, 2008 2:58 PM

Midwest Floods
March 24, 2008 9:16 AM

Front Page News
September 11, 2007 5:02 PM



Dog Days of Summer
July 31, 2009 9:29 AM

Turkey of a name
November 6, 2007 10:22 AM

How Could We Forget?
September 23, 2009 4:27 PM

Dull Fall Foliage - the Climate?
October 23, 2007 7:02 AM

Dark Enough Mornings For You?
October 27, 2009 8:13 AM

10 Signs of a Hard Winter
November 8, 2006 10:02 AM

Farm Aid Blog Post #3
September 30, 2006 2:31 PM

We Told You So!
December 13, 2007 11:18 AM

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

Winter Weather Awareness Week
October 29, 2008 10:13 AM

A Brides Best Friend
September 25, 2008 9:33 AM

What Makes for Great Weather
February 26, 2009 1:50 PM


Flood Awareness Week
March 12, 2008 12:21 PM

Ice Fishing in Lake Erie
February 9, 2009 12:52 PM

The Big Myth Is Coming?
March 19, 2008 11:40 AM

Is Old Man Winter on his way?
October 25, 2006 9:21 AM


End of The Year Weather
December 28, 2007 5:04 PM

Lightning Awareness
April 27, 2007 10:04 AM

Thanksgiving Weather
November 8, 2006 10:07 AM

Break Out the Beach Chairs
July 6, 2009 2:11 PM

Historical Weather Source
August 16, 2007 2:36 PM



Squalls in Southern California
November 7, 2007 12:12 PM

Holy Hurricane Season
June 2, 2008 1:00 PM

Summer Mulching Time
July 11, 2006 10:43 AM

Cold, Ice, Snow, Oh My!
December 16, 2006 7:09 AM

Wild, Wacky Weather
October 15, 2009 2:41 PM


In Anticipation of Summer
March 16, 2009 8:44 AM

My Guide To Surviving Mosquitoes
June 15, 2009 2:51 PM

Answering E-Mails
October 28, 2008 10:57 AM

Winter Weather Sightings
September 10, 2007 2:36 PM



Move Thanksgiving?!
November 20, 2007 5:53 PM


Dove Hunting with Grandma
September 5, 2005 8:46 AM

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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...

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...

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...

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...

Primer for Hurricanes, Tornadoes and Storm Surges
Here is a basic primer on hurricanes, tornadoes and storm surges: A hurricane is a severe tropical storm, that forms in the southern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, or in the eastern Pacific Ocean. Hurricanes need...

Weather Glossary
Below are some common, and uncommon, weather terms. Absolute Zero The temperature at which all molecular motion ceases, equal to -459.67 degrees Fahrenheit or -273.16 degrees Celsius.Anemometer An instrument for measuring wind force and speed. Aurora A glow of colored...

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...

2007-2008 Weather Outlook for Canada
Click here for the 2007-2008 U.S. Outlook » Weather is the most talked about subject on earth, which makes the annual Canadian Farmers’ Almanac weather predictions a hot topic. Fans of the Almanac say its famous long-range forecast is accurate...

What’s inside the 2009 Farmers’ Almanac? Take a peek…
Numb’s the Word: Find out where the Farmers’ Almanac is forecasting a “numbing” winter. Learn how cold it will be, how much snow you can expect and where the best spots for winter warmth will be. (Page 114) Natural Cures...

What's inside the 2009 Canadian Farmers' Almanac?
As always, the 2009 Canadian Farmers’ Almanac contains 16 months of our legendary weather predictions for Canada. Don’t be caught off guard—see what’s in store for your hometown for the next winter, spring, and summer ahead.This year’s edition contains hints,...