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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?
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?
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.
February 2 is Groundhog Day. While many may be rooting for an early spring, the Farmers' Almanac predicts a colder outlook.
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.
Is it folklore? The groundhog? Radar and computers? Find out how the Almanac makes its amazingly accurate long-range weather predictions.
Test Your Christmas Trivia
Did you know that Alabama was the first state to declare Christmas a legal holiday? Test your Christmas trivia here.
Did you know that Alabama was the first state to declare Christmas a legal holiday? Test your Christmas trivia here.
Weather Glossary
Ever wonder what an anemometer measures? Or what a dust devil is? Here's a helpful glossary of popular weather terms.
Ever wonder what an anemometer measures? Or what a dust devil is? Here's a helpful glossary of popular weather terms.
Holiday Survival Tips
Instead of letting the holidays send you into a spin, we've pulled together the ultimate survival guide to help eliminate some of the frustrations!
Instead of letting the holidays send you into a spin, we've pulled together the ultimate survival guide to help eliminate some of the frustrations!
Decorate for Winter
Instead of decorating for the holidays, try decorating for the winter season.
Instead of decorating for the holidays, try decorating for the winter season.
Decorating the Christmas Tree
Decorating the Christmas tree can be traced back to the 7th century. A wide variety of decorations, including tinsel made with real silver, have been used over the centuries. Here are a few ideas for making your tree special.
Decorating the Christmas tree can be traced back to the 7th century. A wide variety of decorations, including tinsel made with real silver, have been used over the centuries. Here are a few ideas for making your tree special.
Childproofing for the Holidays
Before you dress your children in their best holiday clothes, you may want to call grandma and ask her to put the hard candies and breakable ornaments away.
Before you dress your children in their best holiday clothes, you may want to call grandma and ask her to put the hard candies and breakable ornaments away.
8 Ways to Keep Your Pets Safe this Holiday Season
Pets, like children, can get in harms way during the holidays. Make sure your home is safe.
Pets, like children, can get in harms way during the holidays. Make sure your home is safe.
Top 10 reasons to cut your own tree
Want to gather the family and cut down your own tree?
Want to gather the family and cut down your own tree?
What are Latkes?
Here is an old-fashioned dish that is associated with Hanukkah. It is also easy to prepare.
Here is an old-fashioned dish that is associated with Hanukkah. It is also easy to prepare.
Easy Ways to Pay for the Holidays
Holidays take a toll on your finances? Check out some easy ways to help you pay off your expenses.
Holidays take a toll on your finances? Check out some easy ways to help you pay off your expenses.
Credit Card Blues
Before you skip a monthly payment or shop around for a new credit card, you may want to take this advice to heart.
Before you skip a monthly payment or shop around for a new credit card, you may want to take this advice to heart.
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.
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.
The Legends and Lore of Valentine's Day
Ever wondered how the Valentines Day tradition started?
Ever wondered how the Valentines Day tradition started?
Valentine's Trivia Answers
Here are the answers from our Valentine's trivia test.
Here are the answers from our Valentine's trivia test.
What is a Shamrock?
The shamrock is more than a symbol of luck, it has vast religious and historical meaning to St. Patrick and his followers.
The shamrock is more than a symbol of luck, it has vast religious and historical meaning to St. Patrick and his followers.
Saturday: The Trick to Making Halloween a Real Treat
Why the Farmers' Almanac thinks Saturday is the perfect day for Halloween.
Why the Farmers' Almanac thinks Saturday is the perfect day for Halloween.
Dog Days are Here!
Why are the hot/sultry days of summer are referred to as "dog days?"
Why are the hot/sultry days of summer are referred to as "dog days?"
When's the Best Day to Wean?
Did you know that there are better times to wean according to the moon? Lean what the rule is for the best day to wean.
Did you know that there are better times to wean according to the moon? Lean what the rule is for the best day to wean.
Stress Reducing Tips
To keep the holidays happier. Holidays can be busy and stressful enough. Here are some tips for relaxing and enjoying the holidays without overextending ourselves.
To keep the holidays happier. Holidays can be busy and stressful enough. Here are some tips for relaxing and enjoying the holidays without overextending ourselves.
When is the Real First Day of Spring – March 20th or 21st?
Wondering why you grew up thinking the first day of spring was March 21st?
Wondering why you grew up thinking the first day of spring was March 21st?
How did Labor Day become a holiday?
September 3rd is Labor Day this year. Ever wonder how this day became a holiday?
September 3rd is Labor Day this year. Ever wonder how this day became a holiday?
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?
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?
Healthy Hints for Better Hair
Learn when's the best day to cut your hair. Did you know there is a certain time in the month that's better for cutting your hair? Find out why and what days are best this month.
Learn when's the best day to cut your hair. Did you know there is a certain time in the month that's better for cutting your hair? Find out why and what days are best this month.
Did Smelly Feet Ruin Valentine's Dinner?
Ahh Valentine's Day. A day to rekindle the romance. The flowers are on the table, the candles are lit, but what is that smell?
Ahh Valentine's Day. A day to rekindle the romance. The flowers are on the table, the candles are lit, but what is that smell?
Helpful Holiday Hints
To make Thanksgiving more memborable The holidays can be a crazy time of year. Check out some of our favorite helpful hints for ways to make this holiday better.
To make Thanksgiving more memborable The holidays can be a crazy time of year. Check out some of our favorite helpful hints for ways to make this holiday better.
Holiday Plants: How Safe are They?
Are poinsettias really that toxic? Learn the truth behind the health risks of some popular holiday plants.
Are poinsettias really that toxic? Learn the truth behind the health risks of some popular holiday plants.
Top Ten Favorite Holiday Treats
From the Farmers' Almanac Looking for some fantastic holiday treats to bake or give away as gifts? Check out our Top Ten Favorite recipes here.
From the Farmers' Almanac Looking for some fantastic holiday treats to bake or give away as gifts? Check out our Top Ten Favorite recipes here.
Make Your 12 Days of Christmas More Green
12 Earth-Friendly Tips Learn how to make the 12 days of Christmas a little more green. Check out our easy, but useful, tips here.
12 Earth-Friendly Tips Learn how to make the 12 days of Christmas a little more green. Check out our easy, but useful, tips here.
Where did we get Mardi Gras from?
Mardi Gras is right around the corner. Learn more about the traditions behind this festival of fun.
Mardi Gras is right around the corner. Learn more about the traditions behind this festival of fun.
The Meaning of Flowers
Want to send the right flower for the right occasion? A red rose means love, but what about a white one?
Want to send the right flower for the right occasion? A red rose means love, but what about a white one?
Make Your Own Valentine Candy
Candied Cherries Looking for something sweet for your sweetie? Check out this homemade, easy treat.
Candied Cherries Looking for something sweet for your sweetie? Check out this homemade, easy treat.
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.
With all this talk about primaries, the Farmers' Almanac editors thought you might enjoy a Presidential Quiz, in honor of Presidents' Day, February 18th.
No lie George, here’s a good cherry pie!
Cherries are almost as popular as our first president. But are they nutritious? Do they really help lower cholesterol?
Cherries are almost as popular as our first president. But are they nutritious? Do they really help lower cholesterol?
Leap Year Wedding Proposals
Will you be popping the question this leap day?
Will you be popping the question this leap day?
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?
Why does February have 29 days this year? Ever wonder "why" we have leap day every four years?
Ben Franklin's Letter to the Editor
Re: Saving Daylight An actual duplicate of Franklin's letter in which he described why there should be some changes with the clocks.
Re: Saving Daylight An actual duplicate of Franklin's letter in which he described why there should be some changes with the clocks.
An Early St. Patrick's Day!
St. Patrick's Day is usually celebrated on the 17th of March, but not this year.
St. Patrick's Day is usually celebrated on the 17th of March, but not this year.
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.
Don't let the rain outside get you down! Check out the Farmers' Almanac's list of 10 ways to enjoy April.
What is Earth Day?
April 22 is Earth Day. Ever wonder how and why Earth Day became a holiday of sorts?
April 22 is Earth Day. Ever wonder how and why Earth Day became a holiday of sorts?
Why a birthday cake? Why candles?
Birthday traditions revealed. Learn the history behind birthday parties as well as where some birthday traditions come from.
Birthday traditions revealed. Learn the history behind birthday parties as well as where some birthday traditions come from.
Top Feel Good Gifts For Mom
Make her, the earth, and you feel good. The secret to a great Mother's Day Gift is giving from the heart. Check out our earth-friendly, thoughtful ideas here.
Make her, the earth, and you feel good. The secret to a great Mother's Day Gift is giving from the heart. Check out our earth-friendly, thoughtful ideas here.
3 Yummy Mother's Day Treats
Looking for a new recipe for Mother's Day? Here are a few favorites from the Farmers' Almanac.
Looking for a new recipe for Mother's Day? Here are a few favorites from the Farmers' Almanac.
What are Ember Days?
In the Farmers' Almanac we list dates for Ember Days. Have you ever wondered what these days are?
In the Farmers' Almanac we list dates for Ember Days. Have you ever wondered what these days are?
Top Five Foods For Picnics and Cookouts
(And Some Tasty Recipes!) Cook up some fantastic foods this Memorial Day. Check out our favorites here.
(And Some Tasty Recipes!) Cook up some fantastic foods this Memorial Day. Check out our favorites here.
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.
And what about the 4th of July? Farmers’ Almanac predicts a “Fairly” good weather weekend for Memorial Day.
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.
If June is wet, will September be dry? Check out some fun weather lore sayings we found about the sixth month of the year.
This Weekend – Fly a Flag & Thank a Dad
June 14th is Flag Day. June 15th is Father’s Day. Learn more about these two holidays here.
June 14th is Flag Day. June 15th is Father’s Day. Learn more about these two holidays here.
Perfect Father's Day Foods
Treat dad to a special dinner or lunch. Check out these delicious dad-approved recipes.
Treat dad to a special dinner or lunch. Check out these delicious dad-approved recipes.
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.
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.
Dog Days End – A Fish is in the Sky!
Where did the term, "Dog Days of Summer" originate? Look to the sky.
Where did the term, "Dog Days of Summer" originate? Look to the sky.
Best Day to Potty Train?!
Is there such a thing? Check out a new feature in the 2009 Farmers' Almanac.
Is there such a thing? Check out a new feature in the 2009 Farmers' Almanac.
Celebrate Grandparents September 7
Sunday, September 7 is Grandparents' Day. Take time to show grandparents how much they are loved.
Sunday, September 7 is Grandparents' Day. Take time to show grandparents how much they are loved.
A Day for Peace
September 21 is the official International Day of Peace or "Peace Day." Learn more about this new holiday here.
September 21 is the official International Day of Peace or "Peace Day." Learn more about this new holiday here.
Why Vote on a Tuesday?
What's wrong with Sunday? Ever wonder why we head to the polls on a Tuesday in November?
What's wrong with Sunday? Ever wonder why we head to the polls on a Tuesday in November?
Move Over Daylight – Here Comes Standard Time
It's time to change the clocks.
It's time to change the clocks.
Salute Veterans on November 11
This week, Americans across the country will be honoring those who have served in the Armed Forces.
This week, Americans across the country will be honoring those who have served in the Armed Forces.
Happy Holiday Home Entertaining
Check out these tips for planning a successful holiday party.
Check out these tips for planning a successful holiday party.
Give Your Holiday Party a Punch
Try these seasonal holiday punches for your party.
Try these seasonal holiday punches for your party.
Holiday Entertaining on a Shoestring
Don't let a tight budget keep you from hosting a holiday party for your friends.
Don't let a tight budget keep you from hosting a holiday party for your friends.
Put the JOY back in Christmas
Tips on ways to spend and stress less. Tis the season for . . . a lot to get done in a short amount of time. Check out our helpful tips that help keep the season less crazy.
Tips on ways to spend and stress less. Tis the season for . . . a lot to get done in a short amount of time. Check out our helpful tips that help keep the season less crazy.
Surviving the Holiday Rush – Ways to Combat Fatigue
Feeling worn out from the holiday rush? Find out ways to prevent exhaustion.
Feeling worn out from the holiday rush? Find out ways to prevent exhaustion.
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 will the weather be like for the New Year's college bowl games? Farmers' Almanac has the forecast.
What to Eat For New Year’s Good Luck
What you eat January 1 could determine the success of your new year.
What you eat January 1 could determine the success of your new 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?
Ever wonder why January is the time when a new president of the USA takes office?
Happy Birthday Norman Rockwell!
What was the secret to Norman Rockwell's artistic success? You may be surprised!
What was the secret to Norman Rockwell's artistic success? You may be surprised!
Language of Love
Take this quiz to test your love language. You'll find English is quite "love"ly!
Take this quiz to test your love language. You'll find English is quite "love"ly!
A Rose is Just a Rose – Or is It?
Don't send the wrong message to your Valentine. Find out what color roses you should give.
Don't send the wrong message to your Valentine. Find out what color roses you should give.
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.
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.
Delectable Valentine's Cheesecakes
Find out how to make the perfect cheesecake for your Valentine.
Find out how to make the perfect cheesecake for your Valentine.
Hail to the Bizarre – Weird Presidential Trivia
Presidents are people too. You're sure to be amused by these quirky presidential facts.
Presidents are people too. You're sure to be amused by these quirky presidential facts.
6 Weird Uses for the Farmers' Almanac
Think people only consult the Farmers' Almanac for the weather? Think again.
Think people only consult the Farmers' Almanac for the weather? Think again.
10 Fun Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day
Looking for great ideas for St. Patrick's Day? Try these fun ways to spend the day!
Looking for great ideas for St. Patrick's Day? Try these fun ways to spend the day!
Gowks, April Fish and Other April Fools' Day Lore
April Fools' Day is a day of pranks. Ever wonder why?
April Fools' Day is a day of pranks. Ever wonder why?
Reduce Your Waste for Earth Day
Turn Trash into Treasure Simple ways to reuse common items, and make less trash.
Turn Trash into Treasure Simple ways to reuse common items, and make less trash.
Weather Update: When will it Warm up?
Tired of the cool spring weather this year? Check out how this spring has compared to others.
Tired of the cool spring weather this year? Check out how this spring has compared to others.
What's On Tap for This Summer?
Will the summer of 2009 be a scorcher?
Will the summer of 2009 be a scorcher?
Little Known Facts about the Fourth of July
Here are some strange and surprising bits of Independence Day trivia.
Here are some strange and surprising bits of Independence Day trivia.
Need a Holiday?
August has more of them than you think! Just because there are no major holidays in August doesn't mean there is nothing to celebrate.
August has more of them than you think! Just because there are no major holidays in August doesn't mean there is nothing to celebrate.
What are "Best Days"?
You've seen in the Almanac and online, but have you ever wonder what makes some days "best."?
You've seen in the Almanac and online, but have you ever wonder what makes some days "best."?
Healthier Holiday Cooking
Comfort food can be healthy. Find out how to make the holidays healthier here.
Comfort food can be healthy. Find out how to make the holidays healthier here.
2009 Thanksgiving Day Forecast
Will it be wet, white, or warm? Will you need your umbrella this Thanksgiving?
Will it be wet, white, or warm? Will you need your umbrella this Thanksgiving?
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.
February 9 there's a penumbral eclipse. Learn how and why February's full Snow Moon may be a little duller than normal.
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.
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.
Recipes
Holiday Cheese Ball
Give your holiday cheese ball a zesty new flavor by adding some of your own favorite spices, nuts, meats, and more.
Give your holiday cheese ball a zesty new flavor by adding some of your own favorite spices, nuts, meats, and more.
Cooked Custard Eggnog
This delicious recipe for eggnog is safe for anyone to drink because the eggs are cooked in a custard.
This delicious recipe for eggnog is safe for anyone to drink because the eggs are cooked in a custard.
Plain and Simple Black-Eyed Peas
Serve these with fresh sliced onions and tomatoes, hot cornbread and butter. A heavenly meal for a Texan, a Southerner or anyone who can enjoy a meal that doesn't necessarily include a big hunk of meat.
Serve these with fresh sliced onions and tomatoes, hot cornbread and butter. A heavenly meal for a Texan, a Southerner or anyone who can enjoy a meal that doesn't necessarily include a big hunk of meat.
Blog
The Groundhogs are Ready
February 1, 2007 9:02 AM
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Groundhog Day
February 1, 2008 3:37 PM
February 1, 2008 3:37 PM
Phil Agrees - 6 More Weeks of Winter
February 2, 2009 10:12 AM
February 2, 2009 10:12 AM
Punxsutawney Phil says…
February 2, 2007 11:06 AM
February 2, 2007 11:06 AM
Winter, Global Warming, Groundhog Day…
January 31, 2008 3:57 PM
January 31, 2008 3:57 PM
The Poor Man’s Fertilizer
January 29, 2008 9:08 AM
January 29, 2008 9:08 AM
The “Joys?” of Country Living.
November 11, 2008 4:48 PM
November 11, 2008 4:48 PM
Groundhogs and Winter in Tennessee
November 13, 2006 9:55 AM
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Weather by Caterpillar
September 8, 2008 9:53 PM
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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...
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...
