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."

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

Now Showing: The Summer Triangle
Starring: Vega, Altair, and Deneb This is the time of year when you can spot the famous “Summer Triangle.”

Summer Sky Fun
Summer is a fun time to star and planet gaze. Now is a good time to spot Jupiter. Learn more.

What is "Indian Summer'?
Learn about this warming weather pattern and why it's referred to as "Indian Summer."

Summer Food Safety Tips
Warmer weather means more picnics and outdoor food. Here are some simple but important tips on ways to keep food safe this summer.

6 Creative Ways to Keep Cool During Hot Summer Days
Summer heat getting to you? Check out some easy ways to keep cool here.

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.

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

Everything Ice Isn't Always NICE!
(Unless it's in your favorite drink.) What is ice? Does hail only fall in the summer? Why are ice storms so devastating?

When is Lightning a Danger?
Keep safe this summer. Get these important safety facts about thunderstorms.

Natural Ways to Keep Bugs Away!
Summer is such a wonderful time, but those mosquitoes can really be a pain. Learn how to naturally keep them away.

What sport did George Washington and Abraham Lincoln play?
You have probably played this summer sport too!

Grilling Veggies
Tips and ways to use your grill. Bring life to fresh vegetables this summer by grilling them. Learn how here.

Dog Days End – A Fish is in the Sky!
Where did the term, "Dog Days of Summer" originate? Look to the sky.

Olympic Traditions: One World, One Dream
The 2008 Summer Olympic Games begin August 8 in Beijing and will carry on centuries of tradition.

Fresh From the Farmers’ Almanac Kitchen: Recipes From the Garden
Try these great recipes for summer fresh vegetables and herbs.

Must-Know Tips for Rainy Day Driving.
Summer thunderstorms can be a challenge to drive in. Get some important tips on ways to drive safe.

Favorite Fall Flowers
Don't let the end of summer stop your gardening. Get ideas on what to plant now as fall gets closer and closer.

Got a Cut? Reach for the Onions.
Natural Remedies for Cuts and Bruises. The summer season is just about here. Schools are out, kids are outside, and cuts and bruises become more prevalent. Here are a few ways to help these cuts heal quicker and more naturally:

What is heat lightning?
Heat lightning is common during the summer months. Learn what causes it and why you can see it.

Dog Days are Here!
Why are the hot/sultry days of summer are referred to as "dog days?"

Harvesting Tips For Watermelon and Corn on the Cob
Check our hints for harvesting two favorite summer vegetables-- watermelon and corn on the cob right here.

Top 5 Best Weather Cities To Catch a Minor League Baseball Game
Rain can spoil or cancel the game! Find out where the best weather is to catch a game this summer.

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.

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.

Parsley Growing Like a Weed?
Easy ways to preserve an abundant herb crop. Herbs are great year-round. Here are some easy ways to preserve your herb crop this summer.

Make Your Own Ice Cream Pie
An Easy Dessert Sure to Please

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

The Lost Art of Doing Nothing
Are afternoons of lying in the grass pondering cloud shapes, evenings of watching sunsets, or mornings of counting snowflakes as they hit the windowpane all but extinct? Will we ever spend another hour or even a minute alone with our own thoughts? What incredible daydreams will never be had because we just simply do not have the time?

How Hot Have the Past Several Summers Been?
How cold have the winters been? Check out these wacky statistics that prove if anything - weather is weird!

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.

June Weather Lore and More!
If June is wet, will September be dry? Check out some fun weather lore sayings we found about the 6th month of the year.

Beat the Heat: Must Know Tips
Prevent Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke The temperature is rising! Be prepared! Here are some useful tips and natural ways to avoid heat-related health issues.

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

Why is the Sun up so early on June 14th?
Earliest sunrise this year. Did you know that on June 14th the Sun will rise earliest ever this year? Find out why here.

Everything you always wanted to know about a hot dog . . .
And then some. What do you call them? Hot dogs, frankfurters, wieners? Learn some trivia about this popular summertime food.

Good Manners in the Great Outdoors
Help keep nature beautiful. Get outside and enjoy it, but be polite about it.

Summertime Remedies
Got a splinter? Bee sting? Bug bite? Check out these homemade natural cures for common summertime ailments.

Wonderful Watermelon
Alternative ways to eat this sweet treat. Summer's fruit has to be watermelon. Here are some tasty and unusual watermelon recipes worth a try.

Top Six Favorite July Things To Do
July is a fun time for many things. Check out our top six picks here.

Brain Freeze? Try this.
A simple cure that may stop that ice cream headache. Ever been eating ice cream when all of a sudden you have a terrible headache? Get the inside scoop on these "brain freezes."

You Say Tomato, I Say Let’s Eat!
Red, ripe tomatoes are abundant right now. Try these delicious recipes, and enjoy the health benefits!

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.

Squash Season
Winter squash are in abundance during autumn. Try these recipes for your next meal or holiday parties.

Seven Natural Ways to Soothe Sunburn
Sunburn can catch you off guard, even when you use sun block. Here are some natural ways to help east the pain of sunburned skin.

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

What Causes Leaves to Change Color?
Forget leafing through your old science book. Here's a quick article to explain why leaves change color.

5 Easy Ways to Add Some SPRING to Your February
Spring fever taking over? Here are five easy ways to help make spring seem a little closer.

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.

Bug Bite? Reach for the toothpaste.
Everyday remedies for annoying bug bites. Warmer weather means more outdoor time and more bugs. Find out how to easily take the sting out of the season.

Top Three Favorite Weather Storms
Ever long for a snowy or rainy day? Find out why bad weather sometimes makes for a good day.

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

Look! It’s A Full Flower Moon
Learn when and why this month's moon is named the full flower moon.

Top Ten Best Outdoor Wedding Cities
Wedding season is here. More weddings happen between May and October than any other time of year. Check out where the best outdoor wedding cities are.

What are Ember Days?
In the Farmers' Almanac we list dates for Ember Days. Have you ever wondered what these days are?

11 Smart Ways to Prepare Your Home for a Cold Winter
Save money and energy. A little preparing now goes a long way in the future. Check out our useful ways to prepare for winter.

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.

Top Five Foods For Picnics and Cookouts
(And Some Tasty Recipes!) Cook up some fantastic foods this Memorial Day. Check out our favorites here.

Beating the Back-To-School Blues
Going back to school can be stressful. Find out how to help your kids make a smooth transition.

Life, Liberty, and (Iced) Coffee for All!
Submit your Iced Coffee Recipe and Learn Coffee's History Share your best iced coffee recipes with us and learn all about coffee in the U.S.

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.

Hush Puppies
This little round ball of fried dough has a unique, and potentially sad, origin.

Set Your Sights on Scorpion
Now is the perfect time to spot a Scorpion in the night sky. Find out where and how.

Don't Become Blue: Easy Tips for Growing Blueberries
10 tips for growing blueberries

Weekly Wisdom
From the Farmers' Almanac Looking for a more natural moth ball remedy? Ever wonder what cloves are? Find the answers and more here.

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

Sunflowers: More than a Beautiful Flower
Tips for harvesting, drying and roasting sunflower seeds.

What is aloe good for?
Aloe, a popular houseplant, has a long history as a multipurpose folk remedy.

Bringing Herbs Indoors
If your area has not had a killing frost yet, you may still have time to bring your herbs indoor for year-round fresh ingredients.

Easy Ways to Save Seeds
Garden Seed Harvesting Love your cucumbers this year? Learn how to save their seeds and plant them next year.

5 Ways to Landscape without Going Broke
Tricks and tips on ways to cut costs but enjoy your yard more.

2008-09 Weather Outlook for Canada
Canadian Farmers’ Almanac Releases a Frigid Forecast: "Numbing cold winter on tap!" Find out where.

Uninvited Garden Guests: and some natural ways to discourage them
Learn how to naturally discourage deer, slugs, moles and other pests from visiting your garden.

20 Ways to Save Gas
Gas prices continue to rise. Learn what you can do to help keep your gas consumption and expenditures down.

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 Readers Name Apple Pie as our National Dessert
There are many symbols we use to help represent the US and what we stand for. But what about dessert? In 2001, we asked this very question.

Blanching Basics for Vegetables
You can still keep vegetables and fruits fresh tasting, even if you freeze them. Learn how.

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.

How Do Volcanoes Affect Our Weather?
With all of the debris that volcanoes put in the air and the land, what if anything do these volcanic eruptions do to our weather?

Natural Remedies for Stress
Learn how to avoid and deal with stress. Life's hectic pace and routines can add stress to your everyday life. Discover natural ways to avoid stress and learn how to unwind if it gets to you.

Back To School in Eco-Friendly Style
Check out the many earth-friendly options for this year's back-to-school shopping.

Top 5 Coldest US Cities
Based on Winter Conditions from 2007-08 Ever wonder where the coldest cities are? Here's a look at some of the coldest places in the US last winter.

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.

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.

Easy Ways to Preserve Summer's Bounty
Learn how to enjoy fresh foods all year-long and save money while doing so!

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.

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.

Fire Up the Grill

Blended Orange Swirl

Summertime Special Drink

Lemon (summer squash) Pound Cake

Summer Bar-B-Q Chicken Recipe
This chicken recipe is easy and delicious.

Chicken and Fruit Salad
This salad can be varied with the seasons. In summer use your favorite type of fruit!

Grilled Lobster
Start your warm summer days with this simple dish

Summertime Ice Cream Special
This refreshing summer drink will cool you down.

Yogurt Pie
Summer is here, and it is time for the easiest, most delicious, low-fat dessert!

Iced Tea Jazz
What a refreshing way to cool down from a hot summer day!

Weather Wisdom: Indian Summer
What causes temperatures to shift drastically higher during autumn months? Farmers' Almanac TV explains the cause of the weather phenomenon known as "Indian Summer."

R.E Bell CD
R.E Bell CD Rogue HorseAfter performing together across Maine for the past seven years, these Washington County natives have begun work on their second album, Twilight Language (anticipated release: Summer 2007). This first album, Rogue Horse, released in October 2005...

Summer on the Farm Vol. 1
Are you looking for the perfect gift for any child? Well, you're in the right place because this video will entertain as well as educate any child as they watch it over and over again. This is one the entire...

Citrus Splash Wreath
Brilliant hues give this design an interesting palette for Spring and Summer. Orange sherbert colored clover blossoms, quince slices and sunshine yellow yarrow highlight this design. With the addition of basil hydrangeas, woodland poppies and generous helpings of ornamental grasses...

2009 Canadian Farmers' Almanac
Want to simplify your life?Pick up a copy of the 2009 Canadian Farmers' Almanac!Learn how to save money, gas and water, garden without a yard, heal yourselfnaturally, make do with less by reusing and repurposing everyday householdobjects, live in harmony...

2009 Farmers Almanac
Want to simplify your life?Pick up a copy of the 2009 Farmers' Almanac!Learn how to save money, gas and water, garden without a yard, heal yourselfnaturally, make do with less by reusing and repurposing everyday householdobjects, live in harmony with...

Indian Summer
October 3, 2006 10:46 AM

indian Summer
September 28, 2007 5:41 AM

May Changes Everything
May 14, 2008 2:19 PM

Birth Control for Maple Trees
November 7, 2008 12:44 PM

Predicting Summer Weather... The How To
May 1, 2008 12:02 PM

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

Labor Day
August 30, 2008 11:52 AM

Best Summer Tips
May 13, 2008 3:18 PM

Summer Survival Tips
April 28, 2008 12:59 PM

Weird Summer Weather
July 25, 2008 12:41 PM

Getting Rid of Ants
March 28, 2008 4:04 PM

An Ant Invasion
April 1, 2008 11:52 AM

Weather and the 2008 Summer Olympics
June 5, 2008 11:33 AM

Dull Fall Foliage - the Climate?
October 23, 2007 7:02 AM

Summer Safety & The Weather
May 2, 2008 3:53 PM

Breathe Clean Air
November 17, 2006 7:02 AM

The 10 Best Weather Cities
October 5, 2006 1:47 PM

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

2007 Hurricane Season
June 1, 2007 8:53 AM

Vacation Planning Made Easy
February 25, 2008 12:20 PM

Spring Forward
March 7, 2008 11:10 AM

Spring at last
March 20, 2008 11:57 AM

Hate Broccoli..... You'll Love This
August 1, 2008 12:03 PM

Perseid Meteor Showers
August 4, 2008 12:29 PM

Financial Crisis - Suggestions to Save
October 6, 2008 9:38 AM

Yankee Ingenuity and the Wooden Clothespin
July 1, 2008 10:42 AM

Where is the Winter Weather?
October 22, 2007 11:17 AM

Lightning Awareness
April 27, 2007 10:04 AM

Controlling Food Costs
June 10, 2008 3:16 PM

Maps for Foliage
September 10, 2008 4:51 PM

Those Darn Ants
July 28, 2008 2:55 PM

Living Life Better
June 25, 2008 2:03 PM

Rainbows
July 2, 2008 3:13 PM

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

The Global Warming discussion and tips for reducing your carbon footprint
January 29, 2007 5:07 PM

Winter Weather Observers
September 22, 2008 10:05 AM

Biodeisel Fuel
July 11, 2008 10:39 AM

The 10 Worst Weather Cities
October 6, 2006 6:20 AM

Halt the Holiday Hustle
November 26, 2007 10:44 AM

Healing Power of Marigold
July 29, 2008 2:52 PM

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

Labor Day - Already?!
August 28, 2008 11:44 AM

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

Why Does Swimming Make You Hungry?
July 19, 2005 1:38 PM

Drying a Bouquet of Hydrangeas Naturally
August 24, 2005 8:24 AM

Iced Tea, Hot Weather and Kidney Stones
August 28, 2006 11:41 AM

Creative Ways to use up the Zucchini!
July 25, 2008 4:27 PM

Selecting and Storing Melons
August 9, 2006 10:50 AM

Growing Shamrocks for St. Patrick's Day
March 13, 2006 1:44 PM

Fresh From the Garden Cooking
July 29, 2005 2:48 PM

Butterfly Garden
July 19, 2006 7:56 AM

Specialty Ice Cream Pies
August 16, 2006 7:55 AM

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

Watermelon Hog
August 4, 2006 7:47 AM

It's Ok to be Bored!
July 15, 2008 12:26 PM

Tips for Weeding
June 19, 2007 10:55 AM

Summer Mulching Time
July 11, 2006 10:43 AM

Make Moving Easier on Yourself
July 18, 2005 10:19 AM

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

Keeping Peter Rabbit Out of the Garden
August 9, 2005 10:19 AM

Favorite Vegetables to Grow
May 15, 2008 2:39 PM

Planting Easter Lilies in the Flower Garden
April 17, 2006 7:06 AM

Putting Your Garden to Bed!
December 7, 2005 11:36 AM

Late Winter (March) Pruning
March 6, 2006 2:17 PM

Keeping Warm Economically
December 2, 2005 1:22 AM

Planting & Caring for Blueberries in the Home Garden
May 1, 2006 8:33 AM

Planting a Strawberry Pyramid
March 29, 2006 4:30 PM

Hanging Basket Plant Care Tips
August 2, 2006 8:05 AM

Stinging Caterpillars
August 11, 2006 10:04 AM

Itching for Blackberries
July 13, 2005 4:53 PM

The SECRET is OUT!
August 27, 2007 9:20 AM

Keeping Mosquitoes at Bay
July 14, 2006 11:56 AM

The Seasons
Note: All times shown are Eastern Standard Time 2007 Spring begins, March 20, 2007, 8:07 p.m. Summer begins, June 21, 2007, 2:06 p.m. Autumn begins, September 23, 2007, 5:51 a.m. Winter begins, December 22, 2007,...

In The 'Nac
What's in the 'Nac -- the Farmers' Almanac that is:Always thrifty, always "green," the Farmers' Almanac is the "go-to" source for resourceful living. It's the only source for amazingly accurate 16 months of weather forecasts that help readers plan for...

2006-2007 Weather Outlook for Canada
Tired of the Heat? Hang on – 2007 Canadian Farmers' Almanac Predicts "SHIVERY IS NOT DEAD"Lewiston, ME: After a hot summer in most of Canada, cool news is on the way. The new edition of the Canadian Farmers' Almanac, which...

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...

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...

2006-2007 Weather Outlook for the U.S.
Tired of the Heat? Hang on – 2007 Farmers' Almanac Predicts "SHIVERY IS NOT DEAD"Lewiston, ME: After a brutally hot summer in most of the country, cool news is on the way. The new edition of the Farmers' Almanac, which...

Meteor Showers
View More Farmers' Almanac TV Videos » This table lists some of the best-known meteor showers. If your location observes Daylight Saving Time, please add one hour to the time shown. All times given are listed in Eastern Standard...

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...

What's inside the 2009 Canadian Farmers' Almanac?
As always, the 2009 Canadian Farmers’ Almanac contains 16 months of our legendary weather predictions for Canada. Don’t be caught off guard—see what’s in store for your hometown for the next winter, spring, and summer ahead.This year’s edition contains hints,...

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...