The Basics: Hurricanes, Tornadoes and Storm Surges
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.

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.

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

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.

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

Farmers’ Almanac Hurricane Update: 9 Named Storms Likely!
Tropical storm activity is picking up. Find out what the Farmers' Almanac is predicting here.

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

At What Altitude Do Clouds Stop Forming?
Ever flown above the clouds? Sometimes it seems as though you can't fly high enough. Learn more about clouds here.

Test Your Weather Wisdom

Summer Outlook: Is hot weather on tap?
Hot or Cold? What does the Farmers’ Almanac predict for the summer season ahead?

Lightning Kills, Play it Safe
There's nothing fun about being struck. Lightning is a very dangerous weather occurrence that isn't taken seriously. Have a safe, enjoyable summer. Here's how to avoid the threat of being struck by lightning.

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!

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.

Fourth of July SIZZLERS!
Top Ten HOTTEST Independence Days Fourth of July is a time for picnics, parades, and fireworks, but maybe not in these towns. Check out how HOT some places get during this patriotic holiday.

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 Wisdom: Hurricanes
Learn how the true strength of a hurricane is actually measured.

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

DK Hurricanes & Tornados
For ages 8 and up. Learn the techniques developed through the centuries to forecast weather, about the chicken that was stripped of its feathers by a tornado, about Benjamin Franklin's lightning rod, and why human activity can cause weather patterns...

Three Hurricane Threats for 2007
May 9, 2007 9:10 AM

Holy Hurricane Season
June 2, 2008 1:00 PM

2007 Hurricane Season
June 1, 2007 8:53 AM

A Reader Recalls Being Struck by Lightning
April 30, 2007 8:32 AM

Weird Summer Weather
July 25, 2008 12:41 PM

Storm Stories
December 13, 2006 8:25 AM

Weather and Outdoor Events
July 9, 2008 10:50 AM

Farmers' Almanac Winter Predictions
August 25, 2008 1:27 PM

Twister Survival
February 7, 2008 1:03 PM

Hurriane Names for 2008
June 4, 2008 11:52 AM

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

Hurricane Survival
August 21, 2007 9:59 AM

Top Ten Hurricane Tips - What to Do, How to Prepare
September 13, 2005 3:24 PM

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...

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?

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...

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...

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...

On The Money
Major Weather Events Accurately Predicted by the Farmers’ Almanac... Photo Courtesy of NOAA • In 1954, Farmers’ Almanac warned readers of a rare major hurricane in the Northeast. That storm turned...