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Pole Vaulting to a Solar Eclipse
First-hand account from Farmers' Almanac Astronomer. Imagine flying in a plane to chase a solar eclipse. That's what Joe Rao our astronomer did. Here's his eclipse review.
First-hand account from Farmers' Almanac Astronomer. Imagine flying in a plane to chase a solar eclipse. That's what Joe Rao our astronomer did. Here's his eclipse review.
What is an Annular Eclipse of the Sun?
You've heard of a solar and perhaps a lunar eclipse, but what is an annular eclipse?
You've heard of a solar and perhaps a lunar eclipse, but what is an annular eclipse?
lunar eclipse
Choosing a date for your wedding is a big decision. Check out this old wedding lore rhyme.
Choosing a date for your wedding is a big decision. Check out this old wedding lore rhyme.
A Lunar Show You Won't Want to Miss!
Tune in this Wednesday, February 20. Finally! A Lunar Eclipse that more than 3 billion people will be able to view! Find out more about this spectacular event!
Tune in this Wednesday, February 20. Finally! A Lunar Eclipse that more than 3 billion people will be able to view! Find out more about this spectacular event!
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.
How did an Almanac Save Christopher Columbus?!
Christopher Columbus once used an Almanac and an eclipse to save he and his crew. Find out how.
Christopher Columbus once used an Almanac and an eclipse to save he and his crew. Find out how.
First Solar Eclipse in 2 Years!
This Friday, August 1, 2008 There will be a total eclipse of the sun this Friday. Find out more from Farmers' Almanac experts.
This Friday, August 1, 2008 There will be a total eclipse of the sun this Friday. Find out more from Farmers' Almanac experts.
Does the Moon Glow?
Learn how and why we can see the moon in the dark night sky.
Learn how and why we can see the moon in the dark night sky.
A "Setting Teapot"
What in the world does that mean? It's in the Farmers' Almanac, and it refers to something in the sky.
What in the world does that mean? It's in the Farmers' Almanac, and it refers to something in the sky.
Flush Less Down the Toilet
Thanks to new types of toilet fixtures, you don't have to flush gallons of water down the toilet anymore.
Thanks to new types of toilet fixtures, you don't have to flush gallons of water down the toilet anymore.
Did the Calendar Manufacturers Make a Mistake?
Why does February have 29 days this year? Ever wonder "why" we have leap day every four years?
Why does February have 29 days this year? Ever wonder "why" we have leap day every four years?
March Snow?!
When will this winter end! Spring is right around the corner, but March is a crazy month. Remember the blizzard of 1993?
When will this winter end! Spring is right around the corner, but March is a crazy month. Remember the blizzard of 1993?
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.
Memorable Thanksgiving Weather
The first Thanksgiving in Plymouth, Massachusetts in 1621 was blessed with pleasant weather. But since then, other Thanksgiving holidays have not always enjoyed such fair conditions.
The first Thanksgiving in Plymouth, Massachusetts in 1621 was blessed with pleasant weather. But since then, other Thanksgiving holidays have not always enjoyed such fair conditions.
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.
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.
Will the Winds Blow Fair or Foul?
The Farmers' Almanac Reveals its Predictions for Hurricane Season! Hurricane season is officially underway. What will this year have in store?
The Farmers' Almanac Reveals its Predictions for Hurricane Season! Hurricane season is officially underway. What will this year have in store?
Surviving the Holiday Rush – Ways to Combat Fatigue
Feeling worn out from the holiday rush? Find out ways to prevent exhaustion.
Feeling worn out from the holiday rush? Find out ways to prevent exhaustion.
Planets Quiz: Did You Know...?
Take this quiz to test your knowledge on these lesser known planet facts.
Take this quiz to test your knowledge on these lesser known planet facts.
Memorable Halloween Weather Events
Forget the ghosts and goblins. Halloween has had some scary weather over the past 20 years. Here are a couple of the most memorable nights.
Forget the ghosts and goblins. Halloween has had some scary weather over the past 20 years. Here are a couple of the most memorable nights.
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.
What the Hail?
Learn more about thunderstorms and hail. Inside a thunderstorm, there are many crazy things - updrafts, winds, ice. Find out more about hail and thunderstorms.
Learn more about thunderstorms and hail. Inside a thunderstorm, there are many crazy things - updrafts, winds, ice. Find out more about hail and thunderstorms.
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?
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?
Leading The Way In Improving Ozone Protection
Ozone (O3) is a highly reactive gas composed of three oxygen atoms. Depending on where it is in the atmosphere, ozone affects life on Earth in either good or bad ways.
Ozone (O3) is a highly reactive gas composed of three oxygen atoms. Depending on where it is in the atmosphere, ozone affects life on Earth in either good or bad ways.
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?
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.
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.
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.
Healthier Holiday Cooking
Comfort food can be healthy. Find out how to make the holidays healthier here.
Comfort food can be healthy. Find out how to make the holidays healthier here.
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.
Videos
Save Money By Unplugging ElectronicsEven when they're not in use, electronics can use up to 20 percent of our total electricity.
Blog
Total Eclipse of the Moon
February 11, 2008 1:32 PM
February 11, 2008 1:32 PM
Buried Head First - A Matter of Survival
February 22, 2008 10:36 AM
February 22, 2008 10:36 AM
Spectacular Night Sky
February 20, 2008 8:41 AM
February 20, 2008 8:41 AM
Last night’s Lunar Eclipse was …
February 21, 2008 2:58 PM
February 21, 2008 2:58 PM
Animals and the Full Moon
February 28, 2008 10:18 AM
February 28, 2008 10:18 AM
The True Blue Moon
November 27, 2007 4:24 PM
November 27, 2007 4:24 PM
Famous American Farming Quotes
September 5, 2005 10:35 PM
September 5, 2005 10:35 PM
Lightning Fatalities - 2008
May 18, 2009 3:38 PM
May 18, 2009 3:38 PM
Buying & Caring Tips for Potted Poinsettia
December 5, 2005 12:15 PM
December 5, 2005 12:15 PM
Thanksgiving Weather
November 8, 2006 10:07 AM
November 8, 2006 10:07 AM
An Inch of Rain Equals
December 4, 2007 11:14 AM
December 4, 2007 11:14 AM
Hilo, Hawaii
March 10, 2009 10:16 AM
March 10, 2009 10:16 AM
Ice Storm in Kentucky
March 3, 2009 10:13 AM
March 3, 2009 10:13 AM
Backyard Chickens: Smoke and Mirrors
July 10, 2009 8:30 AM
July 10, 2009 8:30 AM
Answering E-Mails
October 28, 2008 10:57 AM
October 28, 2008 10:57 AM
Ten of the Worst Tornadoes
February 8, 2008 10:25 AM
February 8, 2008 10:25 AM
HOT NEWS: Comet 17P/Holmes is undergoing a spectacular eruption!
October 25, 2007 9:14 AM
October 25, 2007 9:14 AM
Financial Crisis - Suggestions to Save
October 6, 2008 9:38 AM
October 6, 2008 9:38 AM
Dove Hunting with Grandma
September 5, 2005 8:46 AM
September 5, 2005 8:46 AM
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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...