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The Summer Solstice: Facts and Folklore
The longest day of the year...at least for half of us.
The longest day of the year...at least for half of us.
Winter Solstice -- Longest Night of the Year
Does the winter solstice mark the beginning or middle of winter? Find out.
Does the winter solstice mark the beginning or middle of winter? Find out.
Summer Weather Update
Will it ever warm up and dry out? Summer is here but many are wondering why this spring has been so cool and wet.
Will it ever warm up and dry out? Summer is here but many are wondering why this spring has been so cool and wet.
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?
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?
Now Showing: The Summer Triangle
Starring: Vega, Altair, and Deneb This is the time of year when you can spot the famous “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.
Summer is a fun time to star and planet gaze. Now is a good time to spot Jupiter. Learn more.
What's On Tap for This Summer?
Will the summer of 2009 be a scorcher?
Will the summer of 2009 be a scorcher?
What is "Indian Summer'?
Learn about this warming weather pattern and why it's referred to as "Indian Summer."
Learn about this warming weather pattern and why it's referred to as "Indian Summer."
Rain, Rain, Go Away ...
Making the Most of a Wet Summer Don't let wet weather keep you out of the garden this summer!
Making the Most of a Wet Summer Don't let wet weather keep you out of the garden this 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.
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.
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.
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.
5 Budget-Friendly Picks for Summer Getaways
5 top picks for fun but inexpensive summer getaways.
5 top picks for fun but inexpensive summer getaways.
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.
When it's a hot summer day, it often feels like the sun is just an arm's throw away. It's not.
Refreshing Fruit Salads
Tasty recipes for a summer treat!
Tasty recipes for a summer treat!
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?
(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.
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.
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!
You have probably played this summer sport too!
When Life Gives You Lemons ...
Try These Tasty Lemonade Recipes! Summer time drink recipes to quench your thirst.
Try These Tasty Lemonade Recipes! Summer time drink recipes to quench your thirst.
Grilling Veggies
Tips and ways to use your grill. Bring life to fresh vegetables this summer by grilling them. Learn how here.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Don't let the end of summer stop your gardening. Get ideas on what to plant now as fall gets closer and closer.
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.
Remember these Childhood Games?
Bring back games that don't require electricity. Summer time is a time for fun. Check out some games from the past and present.
Bring back games that don't require electricity. Summer time is a time for fun. Check out some games from the past and present.
Favorite Dry Skin Cures and Preventions
Summer weather means dry skin. Check out our favorite ways to keep skin moist and healthy here.
Summer weather means dry skin. Check out our favorite ways to keep skin moist and healthy here.
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:
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.
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?"
Why are the hot/sultry days of summer are referred to as "dog days?"
Plant a Fall Garden
Make Gardening Season Last Longer Summer is winding down but gardening season can continue into the fall. Find out how.
Make Gardening Season Last Longer Summer is winding down but gardening season can continue into the fall. Find out how.
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.
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.
Rain can spoil or cancel the game! Find out where the best weather is to catch a game this summer.
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.
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.
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 Going on a picnic? Bring this delicious pie.
An Easy Dessert Sure to Please Going on a picnic? Bring this delicious pie.
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.
Lightning Kills, Play it Safe
Lightning is a very dangerous weather occurrence that isn't taken seriously. Here's how to avoid the threat of being struck by lightning.
Lightning is a very dangerous weather occurrence that isn't taken seriously. Here's how to avoid the threat of being struck by lightning.
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?
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!
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.
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 sixth month of the year.
If June is wet, will September be dry? Check out some fun weather lore sayings we found about the sixth 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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Six Fun Things to do in July
July is a fun time for many things. Check out our top six picks here.
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."
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!
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.
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.
Winter squash are in abundance during autumn. Try these recipes for your next meal or holiday parties.
Indian Winter?
When will spring warm up? Is Mother Nature "fooling" us this spring? When will April get warmer?
When will spring warm up? Is Mother Nature "fooling" us this spring? When will April get warmer?
From the Garden to the Grill
Tasty veggie ideas for your next backyard barbecue.
Tasty veggie ideas for your next backyard barbecue.
8 Weird but Real Weather Terms
Ever see a Green Flash or Dust Devil? Check out our top picks for weird weather terms.
Ever see a Green Flash or Dust Devil? Check out our top picks for weird weather terms.
Why is January so Cold?
Find out why this month is often the coldest month of the year.
Find out why this month is often the coldest month of the year.
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.
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.
What Causes Leaves to Change Color?
Forget leafing through your old science book. Here's a quick article to explain why leaves change color.
Forget leafing through your old science book. Here's a quick article to explain why leaves change color.
Happy New Year… Don't Cut Your Hair!
Find out the superstitious dos and don'ts for the Chinese New Year.
Find out the superstitious dos and don'ts for the Chinese New Year.
Need a Holiday?
August has more of them than you think! Just because there are no major holidays in August doesn't mean there is nothing to celebrate.
August has more of them than you think! Just because there are no major holidays in August doesn't mean there is nothing to celebrate.
Farmers' Almanac Fall Forecast
What does Mother Nature have in store for the coming autumn?
What does Mother Nature have in store for the coming autumn?
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.
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?
Wondering why you grew up thinking the first day of spring was March 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.
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.
Ever long for a snowy or rainy day? Find out why bad weather sometimes makes for a good day.
Top 10 Things to Do Now for a Better Garden Later
April gardening tips Spring is here. Get your garden in shape now!
April gardening tips Spring is here. Get your garden in shape now!
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?
Best Days for Leaf Peeping
Find out peak dates to see fall foliage in your area.
Find out peak dates to see fall foliage in your area.
Got a Headache? Try this herbal relief.
Check out this natural cure for common headaches.
Check out this natural cure for common headaches.
Numbingly Cold Conditions Won't End For Spring!
Famers' Almanac Spring Outlook Tired of cold weather? Wondering what spring weather will bring?
Famers' Almanac Spring Outlook Tired of cold weather? Wondering what spring weather will bring?
Look! It’s A Full Flower Moon
Learn when and why this month's moon is named the full flower moon.
Learn when and why this month's moon is named the full flower moon.
Learn How to Harvest your Vegetables
Garden growing nicely? Know what to look for before you harvest? Get some harvesting tips here.
Garden growing nicely? Know what to look for before you harvest? Get some harvesting tips here.
7 Common Sense Health Tips for the Back-to-School Season
Keep them healthy this year with these common sense but beneficial tips.
Keep them healthy this year with these common sense but beneficial tips.
Canada's Frigid Forecast: 2010 Winter Weather
Find out here and now what the Canadian Farmers' Almanac is calling for this winter ahead.
Find out here and now what the Canadian Farmers' Almanac is calling for this winter ahead.
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.
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.
Think Snow is Only for Winter? Think Again!
Spring is here, which means no more snow, right? Not so fast!
Spring is here, which means no more snow, right? Not so fast!
I scream, you scream, we all scream for
ICE CREAM! Learn a little history and get a recipe for this favorite treat.
ICE CREAM! Learn a little history and get a recipe for this favorite treat.
What are Ember Days?
In the Farmers' Almanac we list dates for Ember Days. Have you ever wondered what these days are?
In the Farmers' Almanac we list dates for Ember Days. Have you ever wondered what these days are?
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?
Will it rain for 40 days?
July 15 is St. Swithin's Day. Learn about the lore that suggests if it rains on this day, it will continue for 40 more.
July 15 is St. Swithin's Day. Learn about the lore that suggests if it rains on this day, it will continue for 40 more.
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.
Save money and energy. A little preparing now goes a long way in the future. Check out our useful ways to prepare for winter.
A Beginner’s Guide to the Stars
Star gazing is fun. Here's a quick guide to help you figure out which star is which.
Star gazing is fun. Here's a quick guide to help you figure out which star is which.
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.
Top Five Foods For Picnics and Cookouts
(And Some Tasty Recipes!) Cook up some fantastic foods this Memorial Day. Check out our favorites here.
(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.
Going back to school can be stressful. Find out how to help your kids make a smooth transition.
Battling Tomato Blight
Don't let your garden get decimated by late blight.
Don't let your garden get decimated by late blight.
Vegetables that Liked this Summer's Soggy Weather
Why Cabbage and Broccoli are a Gardener's Best Friend
Why Cabbage and Broccoli are a Gardener's Best Friend
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.
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.
Cold Spring on Tap for Canada
Winter doesn't seem to want to end. Numbing cold conditions are predicted to continue into spring.
Winter doesn't seem to want to end. Numbing cold conditions are predicted to continue into spring.
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.
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.
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.
Now is the perfect time to spot a Scorpion in the night sky. Find out where and how.
Learn More About the Big Dipper
Did you know the Big Dipper isn't really a constellation?
Did you know the Big Dipper isn't really a constellation?
Don't Become Blue: Easy Tips for Growing Blueberries
10 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.
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.
Farmers' Almanac releases its stormy spring forecast.
Sunflowers: More than a Beautiful Flower
Tips for harvesting, drying and roasting sunflower seeds.
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.
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.
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.
Garden Seed Harvesting Love your cucumbers this year? Learn how to save their seeds and plant them next year.
Look for the Ploughman in the Sky
Bootes, or the Ploughman, is one of the easisest to spot, but least well-known constellations.
Bootes, or the Ploughman, is one of the easisest to spot, but least well-known constellations.
Frigid 2010 Forecast: How Cold will the Winter Weather Be?
Crazy weather on tap! Here it is! The 2010 Farmers' Almanac official long-range weather outlook.
Crazy weather on tap! Here it is! The 2010 Farmers' Almanac official long-range weather outlook.
Weather Update: When will it Warm up?
Tired of the cool spring weather this year? Check out how this spring has compared to others.
Tired of the cool spring weather this year? Check out how this spring has compared to others.
Do the signs point to harsh winter?
Is nature sending us cues about the winter ahead? Find out here.
Is nature sending us cues about the winter ahead? Find out here.
Warm Up with Hearty Fall Soups
Save money and eat well. Soups are a great option for dinners and lunches. Check out fall favorites.
Save money and eat well. Soups are a great option for dinners and lunches. Check out fall favorites.
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.
5 Ways to Landscape without Going Broke
Tricks and tips on ways to cut costs but enjoy your yard more.
Tricks and tips on ways to cut costs but enjoy your yard more.
Fun with Fermentation
Fermenting food is a healthy, and tasty, way to preserve the fall harvest.
Fermenting food is a healthy, and tasty, way to preserve the fall harvest.
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.
Stay Safe in the Sun!
Learn how to protect your family from harmful UV rays.
Learn how to protect your family from harmful UV rays.
Top 5 Must Read Winter Weather Driving Tips
Winter weather is coming! Be prepared before you hit the roads. Check out these must read tips.
Winter weather is coming! Be prepared before you hit the roads. Check out these must read tips.
Tasty Tomato Treats
Nothing taste better than fresh tomatoes recently picked from the garden.
Nothing taste better than fresh tomatoes recently picked from the garden.
How to Keep Pests out of your Garden, Naturally.
Learn how to naturally discourage deer, slugs, moles, and other pests from visiting your garden.
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.
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 Releases a Frigid Forecast for 2009 Numbing cold winter - says the Farmers' Almanac. Find out where.
Grow Your Own Bouquets
Learn how to grow your own flowers for beautiful bouquets.
Learn how to grow your own flowers for beautiful bouquets.
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.
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.
Beat Motion Sickness Naturally
If vacation season makes you queasy, these tested cures with have you jet-setting in no time!
If vacation season makes you queasy, these tested cures with have you jet-setting in no time!
How to get the most out of Yard Sales
It's yard/garage sale season. Lean how to find the best bargains.
It's yard/garage sale season. Lean how to find the best bargains.
Blanching Basics for Vegetables
You can still keep vegetables and fruits fresh tasting, even if you freeze them. Learn how.
You can still keep vegetables and fruits fresh tasting, even if you freeze them. Learn how.
Put the JOY back in Christmas
Tips on ways to spend and stress less. Tis the season for . . . a lot to get done in a short amount of time. Check out our helpful tips that help keep the season less crazy.
Tips on ways to spend and stress less. Tis the season for . . . a lot to get done in a short amount of time. Check out our helpful tips that help keep the season less crazy.
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 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?
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?
Fun Bugs?!!
Is there such a thing? Fun bugs? Check out some interesting bugs that might make for a fun day of exploration.
Is there such a thing? Fun bugs? Check out some interesting bugs that might make for a fun day of exploration.
Top Ten Outdoor Activities for Fall
Ten great reasons to get outside this fall.
Ten great reasons to get outside this fall.
Back To School in Eco-Friendly Style
Check out the many earth-friendly options for this year's back-to-school shopping.
Check out the many earth-friendly options for this year's back-to-school shopping.
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.
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.
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.
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.
How to Create a Year of Wellness
Follow these month by month steps to a successfully healthy year.
Follow these month by month steps to a successfully healthy year.
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.
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 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!
Learn how to enjoy fresh foods all year-long and save money while doing so!
How to Deal with Household Pests
Mice making a home in your garage? Houseflies causing havoc in your kitchen? Get useful tips on ways to deal with pests here.
Mice making a home in your garage? Houseflies causing havoc in your kitchen? Get useful tips on ways to deal with pests here.
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.
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.
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.
Recipes
Chicken and Fruit Salad
This salad can be varied with the seasons. In summer use your favorite type of fruit!
This salad can be varied with the seasons. In summer use your favorite type of fruit!
Videos
1-1/2 HP Perkins gas engine1-1/2 HP Perkins owned by Ralph Harmon, Dallastown, PA; Shown at 2008 Coolspring Summer Expo, Coolspring, PA.
2 HP Domestic mud pump2 HP Domestic mud pump restored by Bill Klein, Sandy Lake, PA; Shown at Coolspring Summer Expo, Coolspring, PA, June 19-21, 2008.
4 HP Rockford gas engine4 HP Rockford gas engine, owned by David Ford, VA; Shown at 2008 Coolspring Summer Expo, Coolspring, PA.
1909 2 HP Challenge gas engine1909 2 HP Challenge owned by Steve Barr, Downers Grove, IL; Shown at 2008 Coolspring Summer Expo, Coolspring, PA.
1910 3 HP Perkins gas engine1910 3 HP Perkins owned by Glenn Karch, Haubstadt, IN; Shown at Coolspring Summer Expo, Coolspring, PA, June 19-21, 2008.
Early 1900s 10 HP Evans gas engineEarly 1900s 10 HP Evans owned by Phil and Corrine St. Jean, Coventry, RI; Shown at 2008 Coolspring Summer Expo, Coolspring, PA.
2-Cylinder Springfield model2-cylinder Springfield scale model built by Wayne Grenning, Lockport, NY; Shown at 2008 Coolspring Summer Expo, Coolspring, PA.
1906 6 HP Massey-Harris gas engine1906 6 HP Massey-Harris owned by David Ford, VA; Shown at 2008 Coolspring Summer Expo, Coolspring, PA.
Blog
Summer Solstice and the Passing of an Astronomy Legend
June 21, 2007 8:41 AM
June 21, 2007 8:41 AM
Cold Full Moon
December 21, 2007 6:42 PM
December 21, 2007 6:42 PM
Indian Summer
October 3, 2006 10:46 AM
October 3, 2006 10:46 AM
Spring at last
March 20, 2008 11:57 AM
March 20, 2008 11:57 AM
Indian Summer
September 28, 2007 5:41 AM
September 28, 2007 5:41 AM
Why do we kiss under the misletoe?
December 18, 2007 10:28 AM
December 18, 2007 10:28 AM
Dog Days of Summer
July 31, 2009 9:29 AM
July 31, 2009 9:29 AM
Dark Enough Mornings For You?
October 27, 2009 8:13 AM
October 27, 2009 8:13 AM
May Changes Everything
May 14, 2008 2:19 PM
May 14, 2008 2:19 PM
Birth Control for Maple Trees
November 7, 2008 12:44 PM
November 7, 2008 12:44 PM
The Dog Days of Summer
July 8, 2005 11:49 AM
July 8, 2005 11:49 AM
Predicting Summer Weather… The How To
May 1, 2008 12:02 PM
May 1, 2008 12:02 PM
Labor Day - Already?!
August 28, 2008 11:44 AM
August 28, 2008 11:44 AM
Is it THAT Time Again?!!
August 21, 2009 9:50 AM
August 21, 2009 9:50 AM
Outlook for Spring and Summer 2007
May 14, 2007 6:26 AM
May 14, 2007 6:26 AM
Labor Day
August 30, 2008 11:52 AM
August 30, 2008 11:52 AM
Why Does Swimming Make You Hungry?
July 19, 2005 1:38 PM
July 19, 2005 1:38 PM
Drying a Bouquet of Hydrangeas Naturally
August 24, 2005 8:24 AM
August 24, 2005 8:24 AM
Best Summer Tips
May 13, 2008 3:18 PM
May 13, 2008 3:18 PM
Summer Survival Tips
April 28, 2008 12:59 PM
April 28, 2008 12:59 PM
In Anticipation of Summer
March 16, 2009 8:44 AM
March 16, 2009 8:44 AM
Weird Summer Weather
July 25, 2008 12:41 PM
July 25, 2008 12:41 PM
Iced Tea, Hot Weather and Kidney Stones
August 28, 2006 11:41 AM
August 28, 2006 11:41 AM
Getting Rid of Ants
March 28, 2008 4:04 PM
March 28, 2008 4:04 PM
An Ant Invasion
April 1, 2008 11:52 AM
April 1, 2008 11:52 AM
Creative Ways to use up the Zucchini!
July 25, 2008 4:27 PM
July 25, 2008 4:27 PM
Weather and the 2008 Summer Olympics
June 5, 2008 11:33 AM
June 5, 2008 11:33 AM
Selecting and Storing Melons
August 9, 2006 10:50 AM
August 9, 2006 10:50 AM
Dull Fall Foliage - the Climate?
October 23, 2007 7:02 AM
October 23, 2007 7:02 AM
Summer Safety & The Weather
May 2, 2008 3:53 PM
May 2, 2008 3:53 PM
Fresh From the Garden Cooking
July 29, 2005 2:48 PM
July 29, 2005 2:48 PM
Growing Shamrocks for St. Patrick’s Day
March 13, 2006 1:44 PM
March 13, 2006 1:44 PM
Butterfly Garden
July 19, 2006 7:56 AM
July 19, 2006 7:56 AM
Breathe Clean Air
November 17, 2006 7:02 AM
November 17, 2006 7:02 AM
Specialty Ice Cream Pies
August 16, 2006 7:55 AM
August 16, 2006 7:55 AM
I Don’t Hate Radishes!
May 21, 2009 2:22 PM
May 21, 2009 2:22 PM
Watermelon Hog
August 4, 2006 7:47 AM
August 4, 2006 7:47 AM
The 10 Best Weather Cities
October 5, 2006 1:47 PM
October 5, 2006 1:47 PM
It’s Ok to be Bored!
July 15, 2008 12:26 PM
July 15, 2008 12:26 PM
Beets Again?
June 18, 2009 11:00 AM
June 18, 2009 11:00 AM
Tips for Weeding
June 19, 2007 10:55 AM
June 19, 2007 10:55 AM
Three Hurricane Threats for 2007
May 9, 2007 9:10 AM
May 9, 2007 9:10 AM
What State Has the Best Gardening Weather?
April 28, 2009 11:37 AM
April 28, 2009 11:37 AM
Summer Mulching Time
July 11, 2006 10:43 AM
July 11, 2006 10:43 AM
Make Moving Easier on Yourself
July 18, 2005 10:19 AM
July 18, 2005 10:19 AM
2007 Hurricane Season
June 1, 2007 8:53 AM
June 1, 2007 8:53 AM
Vacation Planning Made Easy
February 25, 2008 12:20 PM
February 25, 2008 12:20 PM
Spring Forward
March 7, 2008 11:10 AM
March 7, 2008 11:10 AM
4 Reasons Why You Should Read the 2010 Farmers’ Almanac
August 28, 2009 12:23 PM
August 28, 2009 12:23 PM
My Guide To Surviving Mosquitoes
June 15, 2009 2:51 PM
June 15, 2009 2:51 PM
Time to Think Locally
March 26, 2008 10:22 AM
March 26, 2008 10:22 AM
Staying warm on the cheap
January 21, 2009 12:19 PM
January 21, 2009 12:19 PM
Keeping Peter Rabbit Out of the Garden
August 9, 2005 10:19 AM
August 9, 2005 10:19 AM
Favorite Vegetables to Grow
May 15, 2008 2:39 PM
May 15, 2008 2:39 PM
Getting Started on the Farm
May 15, 2009 8:00 AM
May 15, 2009 8:00 AM
Planting Easter Lilies in the Flower Garden
April 17, 2006 7:06 AM
April 17, 2006 7:06 AM
Sea Gulls - The Dirty Secret
July 30, 2009 4:28 PM
July 30, 2009 4:28 PM
Putting Your Garden to Bed!
December 7, 2005 11:36 AM
December 7, 2005 11:36 AM
Fancy Salads and Sneaking Zucchinis
June 24, 2009 4:36 PM
June 24, 2009 4:36 PM
Giant Pumpkin Paddling - An Olympic Sport
October 7, 2009 5:16 PM
October 7, 2009 5:16 PM
Best Weather Cities - A Dispute
August 3, 2009 9:09 AM
August 3, 2009 9:09 AM
Perseid Meteor Showers
August 4, 2008 12:29 PM
August 4, 2008 12:29 PM
Hate Broccoli? You'll Love This
August 1, 2008 12:03 PM
August 1, 2008 12:03 PM
Financial Crisis - Suggestions to Save
October 6, 2008 9:38 AM
October 6, 2008 9:38 AM
Good Weeding
July 8, 2009 8:49 AM
July 8, 2009 8:49 AM
Do you have Wild Neighbors?
April 20, 2009 11:09 AM
April 20, 2009 11:09 AM
Yankee Ingenuity and the Wooden Clothespin
July 1, 2008 10:42 AM
July 1, 2008 10:42 AM
For Goodness Scapes
July 1, 2009 10:01 AM
July 1, 2009 10:01 AM
Late Winter (March) Pruning
March 6, 2006 2:17 PM
March 6, 2006 2:17 PM
Lightning Awareness
April 27, 2007 10:04 AM
April 27, 2007 10:04 AM
Ice Storm of 2008 - Blizzards
December 15, 2008 11:04 AM
December 15, 2008 11:04 AM
Controlling Food Costs
June 10, 2008 3:16 PM
June 10, 2008 3:16 PM
Maps for Foliage
September 10, 2008 4:51 PM
September 10, 2008 4:51 PM
Break Out the Beach Chairs
July 6, 2009 2:11 PM
July 6, 2009 2:11 PM
Wood Burning and other comments
January 8, 2009 3:30 PM
January 8, 2009 3:30 PM
Keeping Warm Economically
December 2, 2005 1:22 AM
December 2, 2005 1:22 AM
Those Darn Ants
July 28, 2008 2:55 PM
July 28, 2008 2:55 PM
Where is the Winter Weather?
October 22, 2007 11:17 AM
October 22, 2007 11:17 AM
DayLight Saving Time
March 6, 2009 4:42 PM
March 6, 2009 4:42 PM
Planting & Caring for Blueberries in the Home Garden
May 1, 2006 8:33 AM
May 1, 2006 8:33 AM
Walter Cronkite - That's The Way It Is!
July 20, 2009 12:38 PM
July 20, 2009 12:38 PM
Living Life Better
June 25, 2008 2:03 PM
June 25, 2008 2:03 PM
Planting a Strawberry Pyramid
March 29, 2006 4:30 PM
March 29, 2006 4:30 PM
Rainbows
July 2, 2008 3:13 PM
July 2, 2008 3:13 PM
Hanging Basket Plant Care Tips
August 2, 2006 8:05 AM
August 2, 2006 8:05 AM
Stinging Caterpillars
August 11, 2006 10:04 AM
August 11, 2006 10:04 AM
Cold, Ice, Snow, Oh My!
December 16, 2006 7:09 AM
December 16, 2006 7:09 AM
25 Random Things
February 17, 2009 1:47 PM
February 17, 2009 1:47 PM
Itching for Blackberries
July 13, 2005 4:53 PM
July 13, 2005 4:53 PM
The Global Warming discussion and tips for reducing your carbon footprint
January 29, 2007 5:07 PM
January 29, 2007 5:07 PM
Fresh, Safe & Affordable Food
March 18, 2009 4:56 PM
March 18, 2009 4:56 PM
Winter Weather Observers
September 22, 2008 10:05 AM
September 22, 2008 10:05 AM
Joyful Frugality
May 22, 2009 9:10 AM
May 22, 2009 9:10 AM
Gardening Made easy
March 17, 2009 3:25 PM
March 17, 2009 3:25 PM
The SECRET is OUT!
August 27, 2007 9:20 AM
August 27, 2007 9:20 AM
Keeping Mosquitoes at Bay
July 14, 2006 11:56 AM
July 14, 2006 11:56 AM
The 10 Worst Weather Cities
October 6, 2006 6:20 AM
October 6, 2006 6:20 AM
Biodeisel Fuel
July 11, 2008 10:39 AM
July 11, 2008 10:39 AM
Halt the Holiday Hustle
November 26, 2007 10:44 AM
November 26, 2007 10:44 AM
Healing Power of Marigold
July 29, 2008 2:52 PM
July 29, 2008 2:52 PM
Move Thanksgiving?!
November 20, 2007 5:53 PM
November 20, 2007 5:53 PM
Pages
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
Meteor Showers
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 Time. The best way to watch for...
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 Time. The best way to watch for...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
