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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?

Frugal February Fun
Do you have an empty wallet and cabin fever? Try these ideas for low-cost winter fun!

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.

Can You Name That President?
With all this talk about primaries, the Farmers' Almanac editors thought you might enjoy a Presidential Quiz, in honor of Presidents' Day, February 18th.

A Lunar Show You Won't Want to Miss!
Tune in this Wednesday, February 20. Finally! A Lunar Eclipse that more than 3 billion people will be able to view! Find out more about this spectacular event!

Full SHADOW Moon?
February 9 there's a penumbral eclipse. Learn how and why February's full Snow Moon may be a little duller than normal.

Are You Having a Heart Attack?
Do you know the signs of a heart attack? February is National Heart Health Month. This information may save your life.

Farmers’ Almanac and Groundhog Concur: Winter is here to Stay!
February 2 is Groundhog Day. While many may be rooting for an early spring, the Farmers' Almanac predicts a colder outlook.

Did Abraham Lincoln Read the Farmers' Almanac?
You and Lincoln may have something in common. February is the anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birthday. We all know him as a famous president, but did you know he was a lawyer and used the Almanac in a case?

5 Easy Ways to Add Some SPRING to Your February
Spring fever taking over? Here are five easy ways to help make spring seem a little closer.

Groundhog vs. Farmers' Almanac:
Will the groundhog agree with the Almanac's preditions? Groundhog Day comes at a time when many are sick of the cold, snowy temperatures. What does the Farmers' Almanac forecast for Groundhog Day and beyond?

Leap Year Wedding Proposals
Will you be popping the question this leap day?

Full Snow Moon
Why is February's full moon called the Full Snow Moon? Find out here.

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.

What is an Annular Eclipse of the Sun?
You've heard of a solar and perhaps a lunar eclipse, but what is an annular eclipse?

Could this winter's weather add to economic woes?
Farmers’ Almanac Releases a Frigid Forecast for 2009 Numbing cold winter - says the Farmers' Almanac. Find out where.

2008-09 Weather Outlook for Canada
Canadian Farmers’ Almanac Releases a Frigid Forecast: "Numbing cold winter on tap!" Find out where.

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.

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

Historic Blizzards
Check out these powerful storms Winter 2008 starts on December 21, but snow has already made its appearance in many places. Read on about some historical storms.

The Legends and Lore of Valentine's Day
Ever wondered how the Valentines Day tradition started?

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

What are Ember Days?
In the Farmers' Almanac we list dates for Ember Days. Have you ever wondered what these days are?

How Hot Have the Past Several Summers Been?
How cold have the winters been? Check out these wacky statistics that prove if anything - weather is weird!

Decorate for Winter
Instead of decorating for the holidays, try decorating for the winter season.

Why is January so Cold?
Find out why this month is often the coldest month of the year.

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?

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.

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

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.

Did you take your vitamin-D today?
It’s hard to say enough about the health benefits of vitamin D—check out the great things it can do for your body!

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.

Valentine's Trivia
According to legend, a woman who sees a sparrow overhead on Valentine's Day will marry a poor man.

Where to Hit the Slopes in 2009-10
Want to know where to go this winter for the best skiing?

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.

Happy Birthday Norman Rockwell!
What was the secret to Norman Rockwell's artistic success? You may be surprised!

Predictions Ring True: Almanac accuracy from last winter!
For almost 200 years, the Farmers’ Almanac has been providing valuable long-range weather outlooks. Many people question how accurate our forecasts can be. Read on.

Canada's Frigid Forecast: 2010 Winter Weather
Find out here and now what the Canadian Farmers' Almanac is calling for this winter ahead.

What is Copernicus Famous For?
A favorite pastime catapulted this Renaissance Man to astronomical fame.

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

Interesting Snow Facts
Get in the know about snow. March is here! But there’s still snow around. How much do you really know about this cold, white stuff?

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.

Winter Solstice -- Longest Night of the Year
Does the winter solstice mark the beginning or middle of winter? Find out.

Contest Winners Set Sail
Farmers' Almanac Winners Report In Grand prize winners of the Farmers' Almanac's Worst Wedding Weather Contest just returned from their prize-winning cruise.

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

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!

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.

Saturn's Disappearing Rings
Saturn will be at opposition on March 8, but where are its "missing" rings?


Happy New Year… Don't Cut Your Hair!
Find out the superstitious dos and don'ts for the Chinese New Year.

Is Your Child Afraid of the Dentist?
Find out how to alleviate your child’s dental fears.

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

How did an Almanac Save Christopher Columbus?!
Christopher Columbus once used an Almanac and an eclipse to save he and his crew. Find out how.

Top ELEVEN Most Memorable Weather Events
In 1999 we published an article on the 100 Most Memorable Weather Events over the past century. In 2001, we went further back in weather history and named the Top 10. In 2007 we added one more event to the list.

Videos

Controlled Underbrush Fire - February 2009 in Levy, SC
Great footage of a supervised underbrush fire from February 2009 filmed in Levy, South Carolina.

Blog

Do Not Open Until February 29, 2008
February 28, 2008 8:41 PM

VIDEO: Controlled Underbrush Fire
February 20, 2009 2:31 PM

Nightmare Wedding Day?
January 14, 2008 3:59 PM

Total Eclipse of the Moon
February 11, 2008 1:32 PM

Are you Bissextile?
January 25, 2008 12:53 PM

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

Numbing Cold
January 13, 2009 11:25 AM



The Legends and Lore of Valentine's Day
February 11, 2009 12:13 PM

Wedding Weather Contest Finalists
March 31, 2008 1:33 PM


Ember Days in ‘08
January 18, 2008 10:15 AM


Punxsutawney Phil says…
February 2, 2007 11:06 AM

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

Groundhogs and Winter in Tennessee
November 13, 2006 9:55 AM

Love is spelled S-N-O-W
February 26, 2008 10:53 AM

Storm Stories
December 13, 2006 8:25 AM


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

Weather by Caterpillar
September 8, 2008 9:53 PM


Tornado Damage - Fujita Scale
June 16, 2008 12:17 PM

March - Best and Worst
March 6, 2008 9:34 AM

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

Pages

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...