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Articles

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Can Acorns Predict a Rough Winter?
Natural Signs of a Bad Winter

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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?

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


New Year's Folklore
Why should you kiss the one you love at midnight? Did you know that opening all doors and windows at midnight lets the old year escape? Read on for more New Year's lore.

In Like a Lion out Like A Lamb?
Is this saying true? Is there a balancing out of good vs. bad weather in a month?

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.

Collard Greens
Want a prosperous new year? Try eating collard greens this New Year’s Day.

How Does the Farmers' Almanac Make Its Weather Predictions?
Is it folklore? The groundhog? Radar and computers? Find out how the Almanac makes its amazingly accurate long-range weather predictions.

When will it Snow?
And other timely tips.

Videos

Red Sky at Night, Sailor's Delight: Weather
Can the color of the sky really forecast changes in the weather? Pete Geiger explains in this episode of Farmers' Almanac Facts.

Birds as Weather Predictors - Weather
Many believe you can tell when inclement weather is close by watching how birds behave.

Leaves Show Undersides: Weather Proverb
Did you know that when leaves show their undersides you can predict the weather? Learn more from Farmers' Almanac's Pete Geiger.

Weather Wisdom: Lightning
Learn the facts behind lightning folklore with Weather Wisdom!

The Blue Moon
When is a full moon called a "Blue Moon"? Farmers' Almanac goes in search of the answer.

Products

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American Almanacs: A Living History DVD and VHS
American Almanacs: A Living History. If you are interested in the science behind predictions and in learning how you too can predict things -- this groundbreaking program is for you! Breathtaking photography, beautiful scenery and rare historical images escort...

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Podcasts and RSS Feeds
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