Do Tornadoes Travel Counter Clockwise?
10 facts about tornadoes that you should know.

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.

Tornado Survival Tips
First appearing in the 2005 Farmers' Almanac What to do before and during

Marine Weather Warnings Explained
First appearing in the 2005 Farmers' Almanac

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

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

How are Hurricane Categories Determined?
Here is a quick chart that helps you understand how hurricane categories are determined. Read More

How are Hurricanes Named?
Katrina, Wilma, Ernesto... Who comes up with these hurricane names? Read More

The Katrina Cottage: Frequently Asked Questions
Learn about this innovative solution to the Gulf Region's housing crisis in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.

Hurricane Glossary
Be prepared! Learn the differences between an advisory, warning, and more. Here's a list of the most frequently used hurricane terms, and their definitions.

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.

Test Your Weather Wisdom

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.

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