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Top Twenty Wettest Places
Annual precipitation values for the rainiest places. Last week we looked at the rainiest cities in April. This week here's a list of the rainiest places annually!
Annual precipitation values for the rainiest places. Last week we looked at the rainiest cities in April. This week here's a list of the rainiest places annually!
Can You Name That President?
With all this talk about primaries, the Farmers' Almanac editors thought you might enjoy a Presidential Quiz, in honor of Presidents' Day, February 18th.
With all this talk about primaries, the Farmers' Almanac editors thought you might enjoy a Presidential Quiz, in honor of Presidents' Day, February 18th.
8 Wonderful Gifts That Don't Cost A Cent
Is holiday shopping hurting your wallet? Remember, it's the thought that counts. Check out our top 8 meaningful and FREE gift ideas.
Is holiday shopping hurting your wallet? Remember, it's the thought that counts. Check out our top 8 meaningful and FREE gift ideas.
Salute Veterans on November 11
This week, Americans across the country will be honoring those who have served in the Armed Forces.
This week, Americans across the country will be honoring those who have served in the Armed Forces.
Meteor Shower Alert!
April Lyrid Showers This week may be a great time to stay up late or get up early to see some magic in the sky.
April Lyrid Showers This week may be a great time to stay up late or get up early to see some magic in the sky.
Happy Kwanzaa
Learn what this holiday is all about. Kwanzaa is a week-long celebration that starts on December 26th. Learn more about the origin and traditions of this holiday.
Learn what this holiday is all about. Kwanzaa is a week-long celebration that starts on December 26th. Learn more about the origin and traditions of this holiday.
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.
Once a month Household Chores
Is one of your New Year's Resolutions to keep your house cleaner? Here are some ideas that can help.
Is one of your New Year's Resolutions to keep your house cleaner? Here are some ideas that can help.
Was a Snowstorm The Reson for Success?
Learn how a snowstorm helped the Howdy-Doody Show. Back in 1947, when TV was still in its infancy, a snowstorm in December literally helped this very popular TV show get a fabulous start.
Learn how a snowstorm helped the Howdy-Doody Show. Back in 1947, when TV was still in its infancy, a snowstorm in December literally helped this very popular TV show get a fabulous start.
Easy Ways to Pay for the Holidays
Holidays take a toll on your finances? Check out some easy ways to help you pay off your expenses.
Holidays take a toll on your finances? Check out some easy ways to help you pay off your expenses.
Quill Pens Scribed American History
The quill pen scripted major turning points in American history, including the Mayflower Compact. Learn More.
The quill pen scripted major turning points in American history, including the Mayflower Compact. Learn More.
Vote Your Taste Buds!
America's Favorite Dinner Looking for a break from all the campaign craziness? Let your taste buds cast this ballot.
America's Favorite Dinner Looking for a break from all the campaign craziness? Let your taste buds cast this ballot.
Health Benefits of Strawberries
Strawberries not only look like a fruity heart-shaped valentine, they are filled with unusual phytonutrients that love to promote your health.
Strawberries not only look like a fruity heart-shaped valentine, they are filled with unusual phytonutrients that love to promote your health.
2009 Thanksgiving Day Forecast
Will it be wet, white, or warm? Will you need your umbrella this Thanksgiving?
Will it be wet, white, or warm? Will you need your umbrella this Thanksgiving?
True or False: Warm milk can help you fall asleep.
Find out if there really is any truth to milk serving as a sleep aid.
Find out if there really is any truth to milk serving as a sleep aid.
Simple Pleasures for the Whole Family
Take time this winter to slow down and enjoy some down time! Here are some simple pleasures all of you can enjoy.
Take time this winter to slow down and enjoy some down time! Here are some simple pleasures all of you can enjoy.
Tips to Relieve Heartburn and Indigestion Naturally
The holidays for eating is here. Here are some natural ways to help you avoid overeating and possible heartburn.
The holidays for eating is here. Here are some natural ways to help you avoid overeating and possible heartburn.
Bursitis
Symptoms can vary from an ache and stiffness in the local area of the joint, to a burning that surrounds the whole joint around the inflamed bursa.
Symptoms can vary from an ache and stiffness in the local area of the joint, to a burning that surrounds the whole joint around the inflamed bursa.
What are Star Clusters?
Ever hear of a star cluster? Find out what a star cluster is.
Ever hear of a star cluster? Find out what a star cluster is.
Is It True That Cows Lie Down When It's About To Rain?
Ever wonder if cows can foretell the weather? Some believe that if cows are lying down rain is on its way. Is this a good method of predicting rain?
Ever wonder if cows can foretell the weather? Some believe that if cows are lying down rain is on its way. Is this a good method of predicting rain?
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.
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.
Weight Loss - The Natural Way
Fad diets rarely work. Try these natural ways to lose weight and stay healthy!
Fad diets rarely work. Try these natural ways to lose weight and stay healthy!
Easter Candy Everywhere
Did the Easter Bunny leave lots of goodies in baskets? Check out some sweet statistics on Easter candy.
Did the Easter Bunny leave lots of goodies in baskets? Check out some sweet statistics on Easter candy.
How Safe is your Food?
We all hope we're feeding our family safe food, but how can we be sure?
We all hope we're feeding our family safe food, but how can we be sure?
Eggs Are Good For You
Eggs really aren't as bad as they're cracked up to be.
Eggs really aren't as bad as they're cracked up to be.
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."
Keep Your Skin Healthy
Naturally and Inexpensively Good skin is important. Check out some natural ways to keep your skin healthy without going broke.
Naturally and Inexpensively Good skin is important. Check out some natural ways to keep your skin healthy without going broke.
Salting a Bird’s Tail – Fact or Folklore?
Can you catch a bird by putting salt on its tail? Find out.
Can you catch a bird by putting salt on its tail? Find out.
Things Are Looking Up!
100 Hours of Astronomy 2009 is the International Year of Astronomy. Learn about 100 hours of astronomy here.
100 Hours of Astronomy 2009 is the International Year of Astronomy. Learn about 100 hours of astronomy here.
The Art of Kissing a Woman
First published in the 1896 Farmers' Almanac Although times have changed, kissing hasn't. Here is some timeless advice from the 1896 Farmers' Almanac.
First published in the 1896 Farmers' Almanac Although times have changed, kissing hasn't. Here is some timeless advice from the 1896 Farmers' Almanac.
Oh My! Shoefly Pie
How did these pies get their name? The most logical explanation seems to be that the sweet ingredients attracted flies when the pies were cooling. The cooks had to "shoo" the flies away, hence the name shoofly pie.
How did these pies get their name? The most logical explanation seems to be that the sweet ingredients attracted flies when the pies were cooling. The cooks had to "shoo" the flies away, hence the name shoofly pie.
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.
More Great Reasons to Eat An Apple a Day
They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away. Find out why here.
They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away. Find out why here.
Food Poisoning: An Unwanted Holiday Gift
Don't let the festivities of the holidays make you sick. Learn how to naturally treat a mild case of food poisoning.
Don't let the festivities of the holidays make you sick. Learn how to naturally treat a mild case of food poisoning.
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.
Can the Moon be Wet or Dry?
How can the moon be "wet or dry?" Learn more here.
How can the moon be "wet or dry?" Learn more here.
Who Invented the Telescope?
A history this most important important astronomical tool.
A history this most important important astronomical tool.
Full SHADOW Moon?
February 9 there's a penumbral eclipse. Learn how and why February's full Snow Moon may be a little duller than normal.
February 9 there's a penumbral eclipse. Learn how and why February's full Snow Moon may be a little duller than normal.
What are "Best Days"?
You've seen in the Almanac and online, but have you ever wonder what makes some days "best."?
You've seen in the Almanac and online, but have you ever wonder what makes some days "best."?
The Hunter in the Sky
Learn how to locate Orion in the winter sky.
Learn how to locate Orion in the winter sky.
Starting Seeds Indoors
If you're anxious to get outside in the garden, but the temperatures are still too cold, why not go ahead and start seeds indoors?
If you're anxious to get outside in the garden, but the temperatures are still too cold, why not go ahead and start seeds indoors?
Sauerkraut, it’s not just for hot dogs
There are several creative recipes that can be made with Sauerkraut.
There are several creative recipes that can be made with Sauerkraut.
The Orionids are Coming!
The annual Orionids meteor shower is on its way. What you need to know to enjoy the show.
The annual Orionids meteor shower is on its way. What you need to know to enjoy the show.
How much do you know about eggs?
Are brown eggs better? What does grade AA mean when talking about eggs? Find the answers and more here.
Are brown eggs better? What does grade AA mean when talking about eggs? Find the answers and more here.
Just Add a Pinch of Salt: Recipes for a Cleaner Home
Recipes for a Cleaner Home We all know salt as a seasoning, but did you know it can help you around the house too?
Recipes for a Cleaner Home We all know salt as a seasoning, but did you know it can help you around the house too?
Plant a Healing Garden this Spring
Herbs are great to grow. They're useful, beneficial, and come in handy.
Herbs are great to grow. They're useful, beneficial, and come in handy.
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.
Why Vote on a Tuesday?
What's wrong with Sunday? Ever wonder why we head to the polls on a Tuesday in November?
What's wrong with Sunday? Ever wonder why we head to the polls on a Tuesday in November?
Go GREEN when you Clean
Tired of the toxic and expensive house cleaning supplies? Check out a few of our favorite home-made, greener choices.
Tired of the toxic and expensive house cleaning supplies? Check out a few of our favorite home-made, greener choices.
Easy Yet Important Ways to Save Money
From the Farmers’ Almanac Check out some of our timely tips on ways to cut costs.
From the Farmers’ Almanac Check out some of our timely tips on ways to cut costs.
Snowed In? Check out these record snowfalls.
This week's marks a record in snow history Can you imagine receiving almost 200 inches of snow from one storm? It happened.
This week's marks a record in snow history Can you imagine receiving almost 200 inches of snow from one storm? It happened.
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.
A Peanut A Day
March is national peanut month. Find out why you should incorporate peanuts into your daily diet.
March is national peanut month. Find out why you should incorporate peanuts into your daily diet.
Extend Your Growing Season
Mini-greenhouses, cold frames, and other ways to grow in cold weather.
Mini-greenhouses, cold frames, and other ways to grow in cold weather.
Decorating the Christmas Tree
Decorating the Christmas tree can be traced back to the 7th century. A wide variety of decorations, including tinsel made with real silver, have been used over the centuries. Here are a few ideas for making your tree special.
Decorating the Christmas tree can be traced back to the 7th century. A wide variety of decorations, including tinsel made with real silver, have been used over the centuries. Here are a few ideas for making your tree special.
What is a Red Flag Warning?
Learn what and why red flag warnings are issued.
Learn what and why red flag warnings are issued.
Chilling Forecast for Halloween
Farmers' Almanac Forecast Dressing up this Halloween? You may want to note our forecast and pile on a few extra sweaters.
Farmers' Almanac Forecast Dressing up this Halloween? You may want to note our forecast and pile on a few extra sweaters.
How to cut your dependency on convenience items.
Reduce your dependency on "must-have" convenience items.
Reduce your dependency on "must-have" convenience items.
Scare Away Tooth Decay
Halloween doesn't have to be a dental nightmare. Follow these tips to keep your children smiling.
Halloween doesn't have to be a dental nightmare. Follow these tips to keep your children smiling.
Breakfast That Will Stick To Your Ribs
Try these hearty recipes for your weekend breakfast or brunch.
Try these hearty recipes for your weekend breakfast or brunch.
10 Ways to Keep More Money in Your Pocket
Thrifty Thinknig Is your wallet feeling the economic crunch? Find out how you can hang on to those dollars.
Thrifty Thinknig Is your wallet feeling the economic crunch? Find out how you can hang on to those dollars.
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.
Did Abraham Lincoln Read the Farmers' Almanac?
You and Lincoln may have something in common. February is the anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birthday. We all know him as a famous president, but did you know he was a lawyer and used the Almanac in a case?
You and Lincoln may have something in common. February is the anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birthday. We all know him as a famous president, but did you know he was a lawyer and used the Almanac in a case?
Like snow? Count the number of fogs.
The story behind weather lore and how Farmers' Almanac makes its long-range weather predictions.
The story behind weather lore and how Farmers' Almanac makes its long-range weather predictions.
Did you take your vitamin-D today?
It’s hard to say enough about the health benefits of vitamin D—check out the great things it can do for your body!
It’s hard to say enough about the health benefits of vitamin D—check out the great things it can do for your body!
Look -- It's a Shooting Star!
Don't miss one of the year's best meteor showers. The Perseids peak August 12.
Don't miss one of the year's best meteor showers. The Perseids peak August 12.
Valentine's Trivia
According to legend, a woman who sees a sparrow overhead on Valentine's Day will marry a poor man.
According to legend, a woman who sees a sparrow overhead on Valentine's Day will marry a poor man.
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.
Stop and Smell the Roses!
Spring is here. Learn to enjoy it!
Spring is here. Learn to enjoy it!
Natural Headache Remedies
8 natural remedies that help relieve the pain associated with infrequent headaches.
8 natural remedies that help relieve the pain associated with infrequent headaches.
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.
Where to Hit the Slopes in 2007 and 2008
Where will the best snow be? Will it be a good skiing year? Farmers' Almanac offers its take on where to hit the slopes this upcoming winter.
Where will the best snow be? Will it be a good skiing year? Farmers' Almanac offers its take on where to hit the slopes this upcoming winter.
Nature Agrees With Almanac’s Winter Outlook!
While the Farmers' Almanac doesn't use folklore in their formula, folklore is supporting the Almanac's cold winter outlook.
While the Farmers' Almanac doesn't use folklore in their formula, folklore is supporting the Almanac's cold winter outlook.
Hail to the Bizarre – Weird Presidential Trivia
Presidents are people too. You're sure to be amused by these quirky presidential facts.
Presidents are people too. You're sure to be amused by these quirky presidential facts.
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?
Fog Facts
Where is the foggiest area in the U.S.? When is fog most likely to occur? You'll find all the answers in this article, plus feel free to watch the Weather Wisdoms video on fog.
Where is the foggiest area in the U.S.? When is fog most likely to occur? You'll find all the answers in this article, plus feel free to watch the Weather Wisdoms video on fog.
The Meaning of Flowers
Want to send the right flower for the right occasion? A red rose means love, but what about a white one?
Want to send the right flower for the right occasion? A red rose means love, but what about a white one?
Sticking to Your New Year's Resolutions
New Year's resolutions are notorious for being broken. But you can achieve success. Here's how.
New Year's resolutions are notorious for being broken. But you can achieve success. Here's how.
Helpful Holiday Hints
To make Thanksgiving more memborable The holidays can be a crazy time of year. Check out some of our favorite helpful hints for ways to make this holiday better.
To make Thanksgiving more memborable The holidays can be a crazy time of year. Check out some of our favorite helpful hints for ways to make this holiday better.
Sore Throat Secrets
Stop the pain in your throat by trying some of these home remedies.
Stop the pain in your throat by trying some of these home remedies.
Best Gardening Weather?!
What state has the best gardening weather? Sunny days, warm temperatures, and enough rain to keep the plants growing. Where is this perfect spot?
What state has the best gardening weather? Sunny days, warm temperatures, and enough rain to keep the plants growing. Where is this perfect spot?
Top 10 reasons to cut your own tree
Want to gather the family and cut down your own tree?
Want to gather the family and cut down your own tree?
Too Busy to Exercise? Think Again.
Simple Ways to Sneak in Exercise. Life is busy, but exercise is important. Check out our easy ways to sneak in some exercise.
Simple Ways to Sneak in Exercise. Life is busy, but exercise is important. Check out our easy ways to sneak in some exercise.
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.
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 Ways You May Be Inadvertently Hurting the Earth
Find out if your everyday actions may be hurting the earth.
Find out if your everyday actions may be hurting the earth.
Make Kindness a Priority.
This has become a world full of rudeness. Join the Farmers' Almanac in celebrating the gift of kindness.
This has become a world full of rudeness. Join the Farmers' Almanac in celebrating the gift of kindness.
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"?
Armstrong and Aldrin: The Eagle Has Landed
"One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind." Read first-hand accounts of this famous trip to the moon.
"One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind." Read first-hand accounts of this famous trip to the moon.
10 Ways to Keep Your Mind Healthy
Exercise your brain as you age! Check out our easy tips for ways to keep your mind and memory healthy.
Exercise your brain as you age! Check out our easy tips for ways to keep your mind and memory healthy.
Recipes for Smart Snacking
Healthy, easy to make, recipes to fuel your body through the day.
Healthy, easy to make, recipes to fuel your body through the day.
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.
Touchdown! Winning Appetizers for the Big Game
Please any football fan with these great appetizers.
Please any football fan with these great appetizers.
The Magical Mysterious Moon
For centuries, the moon has been an object of awe, tall tales, and mysterious powers. Learn more about the many beliefs around the moon here.
For centuries, the moon has been an object of awe, tall tales, and mysterious powers. Learn more about the many beliefs around the moon here.
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.
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.
Climate Change: Does it affect the Farmers’ Almanac Forecast?
Find out what the Farmers' Almanac weather prognosticator has to say about the secret weather formula.
Find out what the Farmers' Almanac weather prognosticator has to say about the secret weather formula.
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
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.
Columbus's Legacy: I'm Lost!
Sometimes the best discoveries are unintended. Sometimes the best discoveries are unintended.
Sometimes the best discoveries are unintended. Sometimes the best discoveries are unintended.
What Is It Like To Live in Outer Space?
Find out what a typical day is like on the International Space Station.
Find out what a typical day is like on the International Space Station.
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?
Holiday Survival Tips
Instead of letting the holidays send you into a spin, we've pulled together the ultimate survival guide to help eliminate some of the frustrations!
Instead of letting the holidays send you into a spin, we've pulled together the ultimate survival guide to help eliminate some of the frustrations!
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.
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.
Snack Smart
Snacking throughout the day can help you stay healthy.
Snacking throughout the day can help you stay healthy.
Poll Results: Pizza Wins by a Landslide!
You cast your votes, and pizza takes the title of favorite all-American dinner.
You cast your votes, and pizza takes the title of favorite all-American dinner.
One Potato, Two Potato, Three Potato, Four: The Story of America's Favorite Vegetable
Americans love potatoes, whether it's fried, baked or mashed. They have become one of America's favorite vegetables. In this article, we will get to the roots of the potato, where it came from, and how it made its way onto our plates, and into our hearts.
Americans love potatoes, whether it's fried, baked or mashed. They have become one of America's favorite vegetables. In this article, we will get to the roots of the potato, where it came from, and how it made its way onto our plates, and into our hearts.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Working It Out
August 14, 2009 4:56 PM
August 14, 2009 4:56 PM
The Meaning of G R E E N
August 11, 2008 11:48 PM
August 11, 2008 11:48 PM
Dog Days of Summer
July 31, 2009 9:29 AM
July 31, 2009 9:29 AM
Tree-Planting Tips
June 13, 2007 10:38 AM
June 13, 2007 10:38 AM
Inspiration for the Week
September 2, 2008 3:34 PM
September 2, 2008 3:34 PM
Sometimes it’s what’s left behind . . .
February 15, 2008 6:34 PM
February 15, 2008 6:34 PM
Mild Winter Predicted - CFL Bulbs
November 4, 2008 12:18 PM
November 4, 2008 12:18 PM
Cold, Snow, Martin Luther King Day and More
January 19, 2009 8:29 AM
January 19, 2009 8:29 AM
Dark Enough Mornings For You?
October 27, 2009 8:13 AM
October 27, 2009 8:13 AM
A World Record - Not
October 16, 2008 12:59 PM
October 16, 2008 12:59 PM
Speed Farming
July 23, 2009 6:16 PM
July 23, 2009 6:16 PM
Dear Editor: Go Away, Winter!
April 10, 2007 9:19 AM
April 10, 2007 9:19 AM
November is the New December
November 7, 2008 2:07 PM
November 7, 2008 2:07 PM
Help us name that moon contest
September 1, 2009 11:24 AM
September 1, 2009 11:24 AM
The Many Colors of Nature
January 18, 2008 10:14 AM
January 18, 2008 10:14 AM
It’s Ok to be Bored!
July 15, 2008 12:26 PM
July 15, 2008 12:26 PM
Lady Bugs
April 2, 2008 10:39 AM
April 2, 2008 10:39 AM
The Legend of Goldenrod
September 10, 2009 3:26 PM
September 10, 2009 3:26 PM
The Moon in My Mirror and the Man in the Moon
September 15, 2005 8:56 AM
September 15, 2005 8:56 AM
Winter Weather Sightings
September 10, 2007 2:36 PM
September 10, 2007 2:36 PM
What’s a Halleck?
June 5, 2007 11:29 AM
June 5, 2007 11:29 AM
Famous American Farming Quotes
September 5, 2005 10:35 PM
September 5, 2005 10:35 PM
Who needs Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)?
May 12, 2009 12:10 PM
May 12, 2009 12:10 PM
Charles in Charge
August 4, 2009 2:48 PM
August 4, 2009 2:48 PM
Have it your way.
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Stinging Caterpillars
August 11, 2006 10:04 AM
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Why do we kiss under the misletoe?
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Ice Storm in Kentucky
March 3, 2009 10:13 AM
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First Nor’easter
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Halloween Debriefing - Election Day
November 3, 2008 5:21 PM
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Why is Ice Slippery?
January 15, 2008 6:25 PM
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Flood Awareness Week
March 12, 2008 12:21 PM
March 12, 2008 12:21 PM
My Mother - I'll Keep Her
April 16, 2009 11:47 AM
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The Weather in Idaho
February 8, 2007 12:02 PM
February 8, 2007 12:02 PM
Coming Together for 2010
May 21, 2009 11:51 AM
May 21, 2009 11:51 AM
Final Thoughts From Farm Aid
October 2, 2006 6:36 PM
October 2, 2006 6:36 PM
Turkey of a name
November 6, 2007 10:22 AM
November 6, 2007 10:22 AM
Drink Hot Green Tea to Good Health
January 16, 2006 12:30 PM
January 16, 2006 12:30 PM
Where is the Winter Weather?
October 22, 2007 11:17 AM
October 22, 2007 11:17 AM
Full Cold Moon
December 11, 2008 6:45 PM
December 11, 2008 6:45 PM
A Lesson Dogs Learn Sooner Than People
August 9, 2006 11:31 AM
August 9, 2006 11:31 AM
Winter Weather Awareness Week
October 29, 2008 10:13 AM
October 29, 2008 10:13 AM
Ten of the Worst Tornadoes
February 8, 2008 10:25 AM
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Groundhogs and Winter in Tennessee
November 13, 2006 9:55 AM
November 13, 2006 9:55 AM
2009 Farmers’ Almanac - 4 Days and Counting
August 21, 2008 11:37 AM
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Labor Day - Already?!
August 28, 2008 11:44 AM
August 28, 2008 11:44 AM
Be Careful What You Wish For
December 17, 2007 3:14 PM
December 17, 2007 3:14 PM
Freezing the Harvest without Blanching
August 14, 2006 10:58 AM
August 14, 2006 10:58 AM
Good Weeding
July 8, 2009 8:49 AM
July 8, 2009 8:49 AM
Where’s Winter?
December 15, 2006 9:22 AM
December 15, 2006 9:22 AM
Strawberry Stats
March 31, 2006 8:34 AM
March 31, 2006 8:34 AM
Have you checked it out yet?
August 24, 2008 6:57 PM
August 24, 2008 6:57 PM
Holiday Trivia
December 20, 2007 5:37 PM
December 20, 2007 5:37 PM
Weather and Outdoor Events
July 9, 2008 10:50 AM
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Keeping Warm Economically
December 2, 2005 1:22 AM
December 2, 2005 1:22 AM
Move Over Harvest Moon- Here Comes the Pumpkin Moon
October 1, 2009 10:41 AM
October 1, 2009 10:41 AM
Getting Started on the Farm
May 15, 2009 8:00 AM
May 15, 2009 8:00 AM
Send the Right Message: Know What Flowers to Send
February 9, 2009 10:32 AM
February 9, 2009 10:32 AM
Numbing Cold
January 13, 2009 11:25 AM
January 13, 2009 11:25 AM
The Dog Days of Summer
July 8, 2005 11:49 AM
July 8, 2005 11:49 AM
Best Weather State for Gardening
April 24, 2009 11:13 AM
April 24, 2009 11:13 AM
Halt the Holiday Hustle
November 26, 2007 10:44 AM
November 26, 2007 10:44 AM
Hurricane Season is Cranking Up
June 1, 2009 3:14 PM
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Winter Weather - The Latest
October 10, 2007 10:46 AM
October 10, 2007 10:46 AM
Tips and ideas to get organized in 10 minutes
October 2, 2005 10:21 PM
October 2, 2005 10:21 PM
The Chicken Whisperer: Dogs and Chickens Living in Harmony
March 17, 2009 5:02 PM
March 17, 2009 5:02 PM
Farm Aid Blog Post #2
September 30, 2006 12:20 PM
September 30, 2006 12:20 PM
North Star
November 8, 2007 10:54 AM
November 8, 2007 10:54 AM
20 Signs of a Hard Winter (Part 2)
August 30, 2007 10:44 AM
August 30, 2007 10:44 AM
What's in a name?
August 28, 2008 4:32 PM
August 28, 2008 4:32 PM
Less Stress at Christmas
November 28, 2007 1:37 PM
November 28, 2007 1:37 PM
Indian Summer
October 3, 2006 10:46 AM
October 3, 2006 10:46 AM
Sneeze on Tuesday… Kiss a Stranger?
April 2, 2009 11:24 AM
April 2, 2009 11:24 AM
Weird Atlanta Weather - Flooding Awareness
March 17, 2008 11:57 AM
March 17, 2008 11:57 AM
March the Lion - And The Rest of the Story.
March 2, 2009 10:23 AM
March 2, 2009 10:23 AM
Once a Month Household Chores
August 6, 2006 4:20 PM
August 6, 2006 4:20 PM
The Latest from The Farm
January 31, 2006 10:57 AM
January 31, 2006 10:57 AM
“Attention All Passengers: It’s the Weather”
February 26, 2007 3:33 AM
February 26, 2007 3:33 AM
Solutions to Winter Problems
December 29, 2008 12:16 PM
December 29, 2008 12:16 PM
Meteor Alert — Look to the sky this Sunday!
October 19, 2007 4:15 PM
October 19, 2007 4:15 PM
The Weird Winter of 2006 Continues…
December 28, 2006 10:32 AM
December 28, 2006 10:32 AM
MORE is Better!
August 24, 2009 10:19 AM
August 24, 2009 10:19 AM
Keeping Ahead of Thanksgiving
November 8, 2009 10:43 PM
November 8, 2009 10:43 PM
The Global Warming discussion and tips for reducing your carbon footprint
January 29, 2007 5:07 PM
January 29, 2007 5:07 PM
A “Storm of the Century” in Colorado?
March 8, 2007 8:15 AM
March 8, 2007 8:15 AM
Ray Geiger and the Farmers’ Almanac
September 18, 2006 9:55 AM
September 18, 2006 9:55 AM
Weather by Caterpillar
September 8, 2008 9:53 PM
September 8, 2008 9:53 PM
Abe Lincoln Day
August 22, 2007 10:30 AM
August 22, 2007 10:30 AM
Home Remedies for Canker Sores and Fever Blisters
September 2, 2005 8:40 AM
September 2, 2005 8:40 AM
Long Live Mud
June 3, 2009 9:22 AM
June 3, 2009 9:22 AM
The National Show
April 12, 2006 8:58 PM
April 12, 2006 8:58 PM
4 Reasons Why You Should Read the 2010 Farmers’ Almanac
August 28, 2009 12:23 PM
August 28, 2009 12:23 PM
New Year Resolutions
January 2, 2008 9:54 AM
January 2, 2008 9:54 AM
The SECRET is OUT!
August 27, 2007 9:20 AM
August 27, 2007 9:20 AM
Storm Damage
December 13, 2007 6:03 PM
December 13, 2007 6:03 PM
Fall - Apples - Pies
September 27, 2007 10:01 AM
September 27, 2007 10:01 AM
Healing Power of Marigold
July 29, 2008 2:52 PM
July 29, 2008 2:52 PM
Did Snowstorms Win Again? – Results of Valentine Poll
February 16, 2009 2:34 PM
February 16, 2009 2:34 PM
New Jersey - Winter Wonderland
November 19, 2007 2:53 PM
November 19, 2007 2:53 PM
Hurricanes
September 2, 2008 3:00 PM
September 2, 2008 3:00 PM
Fun In Maine In The Winter
January 16, 2009 5:33 PM
January 16, 2009 5:33 PM
Where did all the ladybugs come from?
October 20, 2009 1:51 PM
October 20, 2009 1:51 PM
Midwest Floods
March 24, 2008 9:16 AM
March 24, 2008 9:16 AM
London Gets Pounded
February 3, 2009 4:04 PM
February 3, 2009 4:04 PM
A Long, Hard Winter
April 5, 2007 9:18 AM
April 5, 2007 9:18 AM
Does the warm winter really mean something?
January 8, 2007 11:02 AM
January 8, 2007 11:02 AM
How Could We Forget?
September 23, 2009 4:27 PM
September 23, 2009 4:27 PM
National Pie Day
January 23, 2009 11:11 AM
January 23, 2009 11:11 AM
Farmers’ Almanac Television
September 15, 2008 12:56 PM
September 15, 2008 12:56 PM
Fancy Salads and Sneaking Zucchinis
June 24, 2009 4:36 PM
June 24, 2009 4:36 PM
Harvesting and Drying Herbs
October 4, 2005 9:12 AM
October 4, 2005 9:12 AM
How to Determine a Full Moon?
October 24, 2007 11:10 AM
October 24, 2007 11:10 AM
Winter As It Should Be
December 22, 2008 5:50 PM
December 22, 2008 5:50 PM
Perseid Meteor Showers
August 4, 2008 12:29 PM
August 4, 2008 12:29 PM
Birth Control for Maple Trees
November 7, 2008 12:44 PM
November 7, 2008 12:44 PM
Growing Shamrocks for St. Patrick’s Day
March 13, 2006 1:44 PM
March 13, 2006 1:44 PM
Ice Is Nice (Sometimes)
February 15, 2008 11:05 AM
February 15, 2008 11:05 AM
Farmers’ Almanac taken to Task
August 14, 2008 11:52 PM
August 14, 2008 11:52 PM
Full Moon…. What Happens?
July 18, 2008 8:45 AM
July 18, 2008 8:45 AM
Ice Fishing in Lake Erie
February 9, 2009 12:52 PM
February 9, 2009 12:52 PM
Full Moon Contest - the Why?
October 5, 2009 1:55 PM
October 5, 2009 1:55 PM
Playing It Safe - Lightning
June 23, 2008 9:49 AM
June 23, 2008 9:49 AM
Do you have Wild Neighbors?
April 20, 2009 11:09 AM
April 20, 2009 11:09 AM
Pests and Backyard Chickens
March 25, 2009 9:00 AM
March 25, 2009 9:00 AM
For Goodness Scapes
July 1, 2009 10:01 AM
July 1, 2009 10:01 AM
End of The Year Weather
December 28, 2007 5:04 PM
December 28, 2007 5:04 PM
Lightning Awareness
April 27, 2007 10:04 AM
April 27, 2007 10:04 AM
Controlling Food Costs
June 10, 2008 3:16 PM
June 10, 2008 3:16 PM
Is March Really A Lion?
February 27, 2009 1:52 PM
February 27, 2009 1:52 PM
Break Out the Beach Chairs
July 6, 2009 2:11 PM
July 6, 2009 2:11 PM
Farmers’ Almanac Winter Predictions
August 25, 2008 1:27 PM
August 25, 2008 1:27 PM
The Agony of Defeat
October 13, 2008 3:32 PM
October 13, 2008 3:32 PM
PLOWING ALONG
August 11, 2009 1:04 PM
August 11, 2009 1:04 PM
Curing the common cold
September 28, 2006 12:24 PM
September 28, 2006 12:24 PM
Snowy, Freezy, Nuts
December 17, 2008 2:02 PM
December 17, 2008 2:02 PM
An Inch of Rain Equals
December 4, 2007 11:14 AM
December 4, 2007 11:14 AM
DayLight Saving Time
March 6, 2009 4:42 PM
March 6, 2009 4:42 PM
How to De-Stress the Holidays
November 17, 2006 10:48 AM
November 17, 2006 10:48 AM
Cooking With Zests of Citrus
December 26, 2005 2:16 PM
December 26, 2005 2:16 PM
Making Friends
June 10, 2009 10:08 AM
June 10, 2009 10:08 AM
A Man and His Machine (Snow Blower)
December 23, 2008 11:02 AM
December 23, 2008 11:02 AM
Frostbite Symptoms and Prevention
February 6, 2007 10:10 AM
February 6, 2007 10:10 AM
Almanacs, Large and Small
September 15, 2006 11:02 AM
September 15, 2006 11:02 AM
I Don’t Hate Radishes!
May 21, 2009 2:22 PM
May 21, 2009 2:22 PM
In Anticipation of Summer
March 16, 2009 8:44 AM
March 16, 2009 8:44 AM
Smart Hints That Save
February 19, 2009 12:06 PM
February 19, 2009 12:06 PM
Why Vote on a Tuesday
October 30, 2009 3:40 PM
October 30, 2009 3:40 PM
On the Road with Farmers’ Almanac TV
October 20, 2006 2:59 PM
October 20, 2006 2:59 PM
Ice Storm Paralyzes New England in ‘98
January 8, 2008 9:56 AM
January 8, 2008 9:56 AM
March - Best and Worst
March 6, 2008 9:34 AM
March 6, 2008 9:34 AM
Biodeisel Fuel
July 11, 2008 10:39 AM
July 11, 2008 10:39 AM
Lightning Fatalities - 2008
May 18, 2009 3:38 PM
May 18, 2009 3:38 PM
All About Frost
September 27, 2006 7:49 AM
September 27, 2006 7:49 AM
HOT NEWS: Comet 17P/Holmes is undergoing a spectacular eruption!
October 25, 2007 9:14 AM
October 25, 2007 9:14 AM
De-Allergizing Your Home: A Room-by-Room Guide
July 31, 2005 8:44 PM
July 31, 2005 8:44 PM
Dove Hunting with Grandma
September 5, 2005 8:46 AM
September 5, 2005 8:46 AM
Financial Crisis - Suggestions to Save
October 6, 2008 9:38 AM
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Move Thanksgiving?!
November 20, 2007 5:53 PM
November 20, 2007 5:53 PM
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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...
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...
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...
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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...
Inside the 2010 Farmers' Almanac
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Buy the Almanac now!Buy the 2010 Farmers' Almanac now in our online store »Find the Almanac near you!Click here for a list of Farmers' Almanac Retail Locations »What our readers are saying...We often receive comments from our customers who like...
An Interview With Ken Burns (from the 2010 Farmers' Almanac)
For three decades, documentary filmmaker Ken Burns has been exploring the people, places, and events that comprise the fabric of America. Whether a bridge over the East River in New York, a five-year war between the states, or the transformative...
For three decades, documentary filmmaker Ken Burns has been exploring the people, places, and events that comprise the fabric of America. Whether a bridge over the East River in New York, a five-year war between the states, or the transformative...
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...
