What are northern lights?
When can they be seen? Fall is a great time to get out and look for the northern lights. But just what are these colors in the sky?

Fall Foliage Dates
When are the peak times to see the most color? Check out our map below.

Best Days for Leaf Peeping
Find out peak dates to see fall foliage in your area.

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

Canadian Predictions Ring True: Canadian Farmers' Almanac Accuracy
From Last Year For almost 200 years, the Farmers’ Almanac has been providing valuable long-range weather outlooks. Many people question how we do it, or how accurate our forecasts can on.be

Predictions Ring True: Almanac accuracy from last winter!
For almost 200 years, the Farmers’ Almanac has been providing valuable long-range weather outlooks. Many people question how accurate our forecasts can be. Read on.

When is the Earth Closest to the Sun?
When it's a hot summer day, it often feels like the sun is just an arm's throw away. It's not.

The Great Christmas Eve Snow Storm (2004)
Just two years ago, some very unlikely places experienced a white Christmas.

Record Breaking Winter Weather from 2008
Winter Extremes Winter of 2008 saw some record-breaking extremes. Find out where.

First Solar Eclipse in 2 Years!
This Friday, August 1, 2008 There will be a total eclipse of the sun this Friday. Find out more from Farmers' Almanac experts.

The Summer Solstice: Facts and Folklore
The longest day of the year...at least for half of us.

Stormy Weather for the Southern States
Is there a wet or rainy season in the southern US states? After a dry summer, it might be good to know when the rainy season may begin.

Where to Hit the Slopes in 2008/09
Like to ski? Check out where the Farmers' Almanac is predicting a great ski season.

A Full Buck Moon
This Friday, July 18 Learn why many refer to this moon as the full "Buck Moon".

The Full Sturgeon Moon
A fish in the sky? Discover why August's full moon is named after a large fish.

Foolish Weather for April?
April's weather can fool many of us into thinking that winter is hanging on. But the sun is getting stronger and the temperatures will warm up.

The Year of No Summer
In prolonged human suffering, no other disaster in New England in history matched the frigid summer of 1816, the coldest in American annals. To this day, no accurate record exists as to the number who perished, or what the financial loss might have been in a winter that lasted from November of 1815 until April 1817. No other event, other than the Gold Rush of 1849, had as much impact upon westward migration as did the "Year of No Summer."

How do the seasons change?
Fall is here! Ever wonder why we have seasons? Learn more here.

Why do Graduates wear Robes?
It's graduation season! Check out the colorful history and reason for wearing robes during ceremonies.

Want Orange Leaves? Plant White Oak
If you enjoy the colors of fall, check out this list. It tells you which trees you should plant, based on leaf color.

Stormy Spring in the Forecast
Farmers' Almanac releases its stormy spring forecast.

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? The long awaited answer to why we now know the first day of spring is not always the 21st.

Weather Glossary
Ever wonder what an anemometer measures? Or what a dust devil is? Here's a helpful glossary of popular weather terms.

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.

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?

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.

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.

Pole Vaulting to a Solar Eclipse
First-hand account from Farmers' Almanac Astronomer. Imagine flying in a plane to chase a solar eclipse. That's what Joe Rao our astronomer did. Here's his eclipse review.

Is There Life On Mars?
You've heard of the "man on the moon" but what about "man on mars?" Read about the idea of a man on mars here.

Astronomer's Notebook: The Northern Lights
Discover the cause of these dazzling natural light shows.

Where's Winter?
December 15, 2006 9:22 AM

Is Old Man Winter on his way?
October 25, 2006 9:21 AM

Sunrise/ sunset Question
September 11, 2007 2:34 AM

North Star
November 8, 2007 10:54 AM

Indian Summer
October 3, 2006 10:46 AM

Solar Cycle 24
September 6, 2007 9:28 AM

indian Summer
September 28, 2007 5:41 AM

March - Spring & Birds
March 3, 2008 7:05 AM

May Changes Everything
May 14, 2008 2:19 PM

Midwest Floods
March 24, 2008 9:16 AM

Outlook for Spring and Summer 2007
May 14, 2007 6:26 AM

Water
October 19, 2007 9:49 AM

March - Maple Syrup
March 4, 2008 2:38 PM

Ice Is Nice (Sometimes)
February 15, 2008 11:05 AM

Cold - Snow - Hail and it's not winter yet!
October 30, 2008 12:52 PM

Lake Effect Snow
March 11, 2008 12:02 PM

16 1/2 Feet of Snow and Counting
April 15, 2008 11:36 AM

Be Careful What You Wish For
December 17, 2007 3:14 PM

The Big Myth Is Coming?
March 19, 2008 11:40 AM

Those Darn Ants
July 28, 2008 2:55 PM

Winter Weather - The Latest
October 10, 2007 10:46 AM

Weird Atlanta Weather - Flooding Awareness
March 17, 2008 11:57 AM

Heating With Wood
July 22, 2008 1:16 PM

Winter Weather Glossary
December 12, 2007 6:01 PM

Cold, Ice, Snow, Oh My!
December 16, 2006 7:09 AM

Winter Weather Observers
September 22, 2008 10:05 AM

Frostbite Symptoms and Prevention
February 6, 2007 10:10 AM

Move Thanksgiving?!
November 20, 2007 5:53 PM

March - Best and Worst
March 6, 2008 9:34 AM

All About Frost
September 27, 2006 7:49 AM

Ice Storms
December 11, 2007 1:25 PM

The Dog Days of Summer
July 8, 2005 11:49 AM

Winter Wild Bird Care
February 22, 2006 8:36 AM

Time to Think Locally
March 26, 2008 10:22 AM

We Told You So!
December 13, 2007 11:18 AM

Columbus Day at the Farm
October 14, 2008 12:59 PM

Summer Solstice and the Passing of an Astronomy Legend
June 21, 2007 8:41 AM

Where to Buy in Canada
Here's where you can purchase your copy of the Canadian Farmers' Almanac. Store quantities are limited so please be sure to pick up your copy early. Remember, if your store should be sold out, you can always order your Canadian...

Full Moon Names and Their Meanings
View More Farmers' Almanac TV Videos » Full Moon names date back to Native Americans, of what is now the northern and eastern United States. The tribes kept track of the seasons by giving distinctive names to each recurring full...

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...

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...

Farmers' Almanac Weather Outlook for Alaska
Farmers' Almanac Weather Summary for Alaska Due to Alaska's fairly constant weather patterns, the Farmers' Almanac provides an overall climatological summary for Alaska. This summary should give you a good idea of what type of weather to expect...

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...