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Will the Winds Blow Fair or Foul?
The Farmers' Almanac Reveals its Predictions for Hurricane Season! Hurricane season is officially underway. What will this year have in store?
The Farmers' Almanac Reveals its Predictions for Hurricane Season! Hurricane season is officially underway. What will this year have in store?
Hurricane Preparedness: Is Your Pet Safe?
How to protect your pets from the unexpected. Hurricane season is here and will peak on September 10th. Here are ways you can help keep your pet safe in case of a weather disaster.
How to protect your pets from the unexpected. Hurricane season is here and will peak on September 10th. Here are ways you can help keep your pet safe in case of a weather disaster.
Hurricane Tips: How To Be Prepared!
Being prepared before and during a hurricane can mean the difference between life and death. Check out these essential tips and keep them in a handy place.
Being prepared before and during a hurricane can mean the difference between life and death. Check out these essential tips and keep them in a handy place.
How are Hurricane Categories Determined?
Here is a quick chart that helps you understand how hurricane categories are determined.
Here is a quick chart that helps you understand how hurricane categories are determined.
What is a Red Flag Warning?
Learn what and why red flag warnings are issued.
Learn what and why red flag warnings are issued.
Where Have all the Hurricanes Gone?
It's hurricane season but it's been quiet. Is this a good sign of what's to come?
It's hurricane season but it's been quiet. Is this a good sign of what's to come?
How are Hurricanes Named?
Katrina, Wilma, Ernesto... Who comes up with these hurricane names?
Katrina, Wilma, Ernesto... Who comes up with these hurricane names?
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.
First appearing in the 2006 Farmers' Almanac They may be more deadly than you think. Read these hurricane facts.
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.
This has been a stormy hurricane season. Check out a list of some of the deadliest storms over the past 100+ years.
The Katrina Cottage: Frequently Asked Questions
Learn about this innovative solution to the Gulf Region's housing crisis in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.
Learn about this innovative solution to the Gulf Region's housing crisis in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.
Farmers’ Almanac Hurricane Update: 9 Named Storms Likely!
Tropical storm activity is picking up. Find out what the Farmers' Almanac is predicting here.
Tropical storm activity is picking up. Find out what the Farmers' Almanac is predicting here.
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.
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.
Do Tornadoes Travel Counter Clockwise?
10 facts about tornadoes that you should know.
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.
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.
The Basics: Hurricanes, Tornadoes and Storm Surges
Most landfalling hurricanes spawn at least one tornado. Read More
Most landfalling hurricanes spawn at least one tornado. Read More
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Tornado Truths: Test Your Tornado Knowledge.
Be prepared. Learn more about tornadoes.
Be prepared. Learn more about tornadoes.
Weather Predictions Right Again!
We called it, yet again! Learn how accurate the Farmers' Almanac forecasts have been this year!
We called it, yet again! Learn how accurate the Farmers' Almanac forecasts have been this year!
Remembering the Perfect Storm
The Halloween Nor'easter of 1991 has been immortalized in print and on film. But what made this storm so "perfect"?
The Halloween Nor'easter of 1991 has been immortalized in print and on film. But what made this storm so "perfect"?
Farmers’ Almanac right on with wet summer forecast
Wet, cool conditions in the Northeast come as no surprise to the Farmers' Almanac.
Wet, cool conditions in the Northeast come as no surprise to the Farmers' Almanac.
Summer Outlook: Is hot weather on tap?
Hot or Cold? What does the Farmers’ Almanac predict for the summer season ahead?
Hot or Cold? What does the Farmers’ Almanac predict for the summer season ahead?
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.
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.
Test Your Weather Wisdom
A fun quiz for the weather expert in all of us.
A fun quiz for the weather expert in all of us.
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!
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!
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.
What's Next? This summer's weather has been interesting to say the least. Did the Almanac predict it? Find out here.
Farmers' Almanac Summer Weather Accuracy
The summer that was and wasn't This summer has been a mixed bag of crazy weather. How accurate were the Farmers' Almanac predictions?
The summer that was and wasn't This summer has been a mixed bag of crazy weather. How accurate were the Farmers' Almanac predictions?
Get your Car Ready for Winter
Prepare now - stay safe later. It's important to know what you may need in order to protect against natural hazards.
Prepare now - stay safe later. It's important to know what you may need in order to protect against natural hazards.
2008-09 Weather Outlook for Canada
Canadian Farmers’ Almanac Releases a Frigid Forecast: "Numbing cold winter on tap!" Find out where.
Canadian Farmers’ Almanac Releases a Frigid Forecast: "Numbing cold winter on tap!" Find out where.
What is Copernicus Famous For?
A favorite pastime catapulted this Renaissance Man to astronomical fame.
A favorite pastime catapulted this Renaissance Man to astronomical fame.
All You Need to Know About Hiccups
Hiccups, we all have them. They're embarrassing, annoying, and funny, but what's the deal, why do we have them?
Hiccups, we all have them. They're embarrassing, annoying, and funny, but what's the deal, why do we have them?
Wreaths are More than Just Decorations
Wreaths have been used as war symbols, as well as house identifiers. Learn more about wreaths and how to decorate with them.
Wreaths have been used as war symbols, as well as house identifiers. Learn more about wreaths and how to decorate with them.
Memorable Thanksgiving Weather
The first Thanksgiving in Plymouth, Massachusetts in 1621 was blessed with pleasant weather. But since then, other Thanksgiving holidays have not always enjoyed such fair conditions.
The first Thanksgiving in Plymouth, Massachusetts in 1621 was blessed with pleasant weather. But since then, other Thanksgiving holidays have not always enjoyed such fair conditions.
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.
Farmers’ Almanac Releases a Frigid Forecast for 2009 Numbing cold winter - says the Farmers' Almanac. Find out where.
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.
Ever wonder what states may have the best weather for weddings? Check out what we found from our Worst Wedding Weather Contest.
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.
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.
Is El Niño a theory or a proven fact?
The Paita sailors, who frequently navigate along the coast in small craft, either to the north or the south of that port, name this countercurrent the current of "El Niño" (the child Jesus) because it has been observed to appear immediately after Christmas.
The Paita sailors, who frequently navigate along the coast in small craft, either to the north or the south of that port, name this countercurrent the current of "El Niño" (the child Jesus) because it has been observed to appear immediately after Christmas.
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.
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.
Planets Quiz: Did You Know...?
Take this quiz to test your knowledge on these lesser known planet facts.
Take this quiz to test your knowledge on these lesser known planet facts.
Wild Weather Forecasters
Lean how animals can predict the weather. Did you know a cricket can tell you the temperature?
Lean how animals can predict the weather. Did you know a cricket can tell you the temperature?
What the Hail?
Learn more about thunderstorms and hail. Inside a thunderstorm, there are many crazy things - updrafts, winds, ice. Find out more about hail and thunderstorms.
Learn more about thunderstorms and hail. Inside a thunderstorm, there are many crazy things - updrafts, winds, ice. Find out more about hail and thunderstorms.
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.
Blog
Three Hurricane Threats for 2007
May 9, 2007 9:10 AM
May 9, 2007 9:10 AM
Holy Hurricane Season
June 2, 2008 1:00 PM
June 2, 2008 1:00 PM
Cyclone vs. Hurricane vs. Tornado -How are these storms different?
May 7, 2008 9:27 AM
May 7, 2008 9:27 AM
Hurricanes
September 2, 2008 3:00 PM
September 2, 2008 3:00 PM
The Hurricane that Wasn’t
September 29, 2008 6:37 PM
September 29, 2008 6:37 PM
2007 Hurricane Season
June 1, 2007 8:53 AM
June 1, 2007 8:53 AM
Hurricane Survival
August 21, 2007 9:59 AM
August 21, 2007 9:59 AM
Hurricane Season is Cranking Up
June 1, 2009 3:14 PM
June 1, 2009 3:14 PM
After IKe, What’s Next
September 23, 2008 10:45 AM
September 23, 2008 10:45 AM
Top Ten Hurricane Tips - What to Do, How to Prepare
September 13, 2005 3:24 PM
September 13, 2005 3:24 PM
Hurriane Names for 2008
June 4, 2008 11:52 AM
June 4, 2008 11:52 AM
Dog Owners Beware of Lethal Cocoa Mulch
April 20, 2006 10:14 AM
April 20, 2006 10:14 AM
Weather and Outdoor Events
July 9, 2008 10:50 AM
July 9, 2008 10:50 AM
Farmers’ Almanac Winter Predictions
August 25, 2008 1:27 PM
August 25, 2008 1:27 PM
Winter Weather Awareness Week
October 29, 2008 10:13 AM
October 29, 2008 10:13 AM
Need some Good Luck and Fortune?
March 27, 2009 3:28 PM
March 27, 2009 3:28 PM
Flood Safety Tips
April 26, 2007 9:19 AM
April 26, 2007 9:19 AM
Tornado Survival Tips
May 6, 2008 10:07 PM
May 6, 2008 10:07 PM
Blizzard Survival Tips
December 1, 2006 7:07 AM
December 1, 2006 7:07 AM
Winter Weather Sightings
September 10, 2007 2:36 PM
September 10, 2007 2:36 PM
Weird Summer Weather
July 25, 2008 12:41 PM
July 25, 2008 12:41 PM
Biodeisel Fuel
July 11, 2008 10:39 AM
July 11, 2008 10:39 AM
Feed Wild Birds Naturally With an Edible Wreath
September 13, 2005 8:53 AM
September 13, 2005 8:53 AM
Top 5 Ways to Prevent Falling Through Ice
February 25, 2009 6:10 PM
February 25, 2009 6:10 PM
Signs of Rain
August 17, 2005 11:35 AM
August 17, 2005 11:35 AM
Flood Awareness Week
March 12, 2008 12:21 PM
March 12, 2008 12:21 PM
Best Weather State for Gardening
April 24, 2009 11:13 AM
April 24, 2009 11:13 AM
Wedding Weather Contest Finalists
March 31, 2008 1:33 PM
March 31, 2008 1:33 PM
Ten of the Worst Tornadoes
February 8, 2008 10:25 AM
February 8, 2008 10:25 AM
Editor’s Choice - Toughest Jobs On Earth (Winter)
December 8, 2008 12:04 PM
December 8, 2008 12:04 PM
Ice Storms
December 11, 2007 1:25 PM
December 11, 2007 1:25 PM
Pages
Marine Warnings Glossary
If you’re on or near large bodies of water, you should know what the following marine weather warnings mean, and what actions to take to remain safe. But first, a marine primer: What’s the difference between “miles per hour”...
If you’re on or near large bodies of water, you should know what the following marine weather warnings mean, and what actions to take to remain safe. But first, a marine primer: What’s the difference between “miles per hour”...
Hurricane Glossary
Advisory: A formal advisory message from a Weather Bureau Hurricane Warning Center giving warning information along with details on tropical cyclone location, intensity and movement and precautions that should be taken.Bulletin: A public release for press, radio, and TV dissemination...
Advisory: A formal advisory message from a Weather Bureau Hurricane Warning Center giving warning information along with details on tropical cyclone location, intensity and movement and precautions that should be taken.Bulletin: A public release for press, radio, and TV dissemination...
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...
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...
Hurricane Tips
BEFORE HURRICANE SEASON:•Develop or review a family hurricane safety plan. •Learn safe routes inland. •Find out where official shelters are located. •Ensure that you have enough nonperishable food and water on hand. IF A HURRICANE WATCH HAS BEEN...
BEFORE HURRICANE SEASON:•Develop or review a family hurricane safety plan. •Learn safe routes inland. •Find out where official shelters are located. •Ensure that you have enough nonperishable food and water on hand. IF A HURRICANE WATCH HAS BEEN...
All About Hurricanes
View More Farmers' Almanac TV Videos » Here are a few articles that will help you understand and prepare for hurricanes:The Basics: Hurricanes, Tornadoes and Storm SurgesHurricane GlossaryHurricane TipsHow are Hurricane Categories Determined?How are Hurricanes Named?
View More Farmers' Almanac TV Videos » Here are a few articles that will help you understand and prepare for hurricanes:The Basics: Hurricanes, Tornadoes and Storm SurgesHurricane GlossaryHurricane TipsHow are Hurricane Categories Determined?How are Hurricanes Named?
Hurricane Categories
source FEMA) Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale Scale Number (Category) Sustained Winds (MPH) Damage Storm Surge174-95Minimal: Unanchored mobile homes, vegetation and signs.4-5 feet296-110Moderate: All mobile homes, roofs, small crafts, flooding.6-8 feet3111-130Extensive: Small buildings, low-lying roads cut off.9-12 feet4131-155Extreme: Roofs destroyed,...
source FEMA) Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale Scale Number (Category) Sustained Winds (MPH) Damage Storm Surge174-95Minimal: Unanchored mobile homes, vegetation and signs.4-5 feet296-110Moderate: All mobile homes, roofs, small crafts, flooding.6-8 feet3111-130Extensive: Small buildings, low-lying roads cut off.9-12 feet4131-155Extreme: Roofs destroyed,...
Farmers' Almanac Testimonials
Our readers say it best! As North America's Favorite Farmers Almanac, we receive tons of letters, emails, and phone calls from readers and fans. Here are a fews of our favorite comments:Dear Almanac,I absolutely love you magazine and now I...
Our readers say it best! As North America's Favorite Farmers Almanac, we receive tons of letters, emails, and phone calls from readers and fans. Here are a fews of our favorite comments:Dear Almanac,I absolutely love you magazine and now I...
How are Hurricanes Named?
Since 1953, Atlantic tropical storms have been named from lists originated by the National Hurricane Center and now maintained and updated by an international committee of the World Meteorological Organization. The lists featured only women’s names until 1979. After that,...
Since 1953, Atlantic tropical storms have been named from lists originated by the National Hurricane Center and now maintained and updated by an international committee of the World Meteorological Organization. The lists featured only women’s names until 1979. After that,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Privacy Policy and Terms of Usage
The Farmers' Almanac respects your rights to privacy and recognizes your choice not to have personal information shared with others without notification. When you enter our Web site and browse through our pages, you do not reveal your identity to...
The Farmers' Almanac respects your rights to privacy and recognizes your choice not to have personal information shared with others without notification. When you enter our Web site and browse through our pages, you do not reveal your identity to...
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...
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...
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...
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...
