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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.
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.
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?
Be Prepared for Winter Storms
First appearing in the 2005 Farmers' Almanac 10 tips to help you prepare for a big snow storm.
First appearing in the 2005 Farmers' Almanac 10 tips to help you prepare for a big snow storm.
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 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.
Weather Instruments
Here's a quick primer on common weather instruments that may be used to forecast winter temperatures and storms.
Here's a quick primer on common weather instruments that may be used to forecast winter temperatures and storms.
Where Does Hail Come From?
First appearing in the 2006 Farmers' Almanac Ouch, that hurts. Hail is just frozen raindrops, but they can range in size from a small pea to a grapefruit.
First appearing in the 2006 Farmers' Almanac Ouch, that hurts. Hail is just frozen raindrops, but they can range in size from a small pea to a grapefruit.
How Much Do You Know About Hurricanes?
First appearing in the 2006 Farmers' Almanac They may be more deadly than you think. Read these hurricane facts.
First appearing in the 2006 Farmers' Almanac They may be more deadly than you think. Read these hurricane facts.
How are Hurricane Categories Determined?
Here is a quick chart that helps you understand how hurricane categories are determined.
Here is a quick chart that helps you understand how hurricane categories are determined.
The Great Christmas Eve Snow Storm (2004)
Just two years ago, some very unlikely places experienced a white Christmas.
Just two years ago, some very unlikely places experienced a white Christmas.
Get your Car Ready for Winter
Prepare now - stay safe later. It's important to know what you may need in order to protect against natural hazards.
Prepare now - stay safe later. It's important to know what you may need in order to protect against natural hazards.
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.
Hurricane Glossary
Be prepared! Learn the differences between an advisory, warning, and more. Here's a list of the most frequently used hurricane terms and their definitions.
Be prepared! Learn the differences between an advisory, warning, and more. Here's a list of the most frequently used hurricane terms and their definitions.
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.
Record Breaking Winter Weather from 2008
Winter Extremes Winter of 2008 saw some record-breaking extremes. Find out where.
Winter Extremes Winter of 2008 saw some record-breaking extremes. Find out where.
Snow Facts and Trivia – Get in the Snow.
How much do you really know about snow? Can it snow when it's 40 degrees out?
How much do you really know about snow? Can it snow when it's 40 degrees out?
Thunder, Lightning and SNOW?
Is there such thing as Ever hear thunder during a snowstorm? Is it possible? Discover what winter thunderstorms are all about.
Is there such thing as Ever hear thunder during a snowstorm? Is it possible? Discover what winter thunderstorms are all about.
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!
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?
Refreshing Fruit Salads
Tasty recipes for a summer treat!
Tasty recipes for a summer treat!
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"?
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 are Hurricanes Named?
Katrina, Wilma, Ernesto... Who comes up with these hurricane names?
Katrina, Wilma, Ernesto... Who comes up with these hurricane names?
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.
Test Your Weather Wisdom
A fun quiz for the weather expert in all of us.
A fun quiz for the weather expert in all of us.
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 and Groundhog Concur: Winter is here to Stay!
February 2 is Groundhog Day. While many may be rooting for an early spring, the Farmers' Almanac predicts a colder outlook.
February 2 is Groundhog Day. While many may be rooting for an early spring, the Farmers' Almanac predicts a colder outlook.
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.
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!
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.
The Basics: Hurricanes, Tornadoes and Storm Surges
Most landfalling hurricanes spawn at least one tornado. Read More
Most landfalling hurricanes spawn at least one tornado. Read More
Here Come the Leonid Meteors
Circle November 17th on your calendars for an early showing of meteors!
Circle November 17th on your calendars for an early showing of meteors!
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?
Frosty but Dry Fall Forecast
Perfect for leaf peepers. Fall is here. Find out what the Farmers' Almanac's autumn forecast is.
Perfect for leaf peepers. Fall is here. Find out what the Farmers' Almanac's autumn forecast is.
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.
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.
What Are Meteors?
Look to the sky! Is it a bird, plane, shooting star or meteor? Learn what a meteor is, why they happen, and when you might be able to view a meteor shower.
Look to the sky! Is it a bird, plane, shooting star or meteor? Learn what a meteor is, why they happen, and when you might be able to view a meteor shower.
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.
Where to Hit the Slopes in 2009-10
Want to know where to go this winter for the best skiing?
Want to know where to go this winter for the best skiing?
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 This Winter's Weather Be a Repeat of 1989/90?
Check out the similarities so far . . . The U.S. hasn't seen this cold of a November since 1989. Check out Caleb Weatherbee's overview and comparison.
Check out the similarities so far . . . The U.S. hasn't seen this cold of a November since 1989. Check out Caleb Weatherbee's overview and comparison.
Frosty Weather may Lead to Frostbite
Find out how to prevent frozen skin. Do you know the difference between frostnip and frostbite?
Find out how to prevent frozen skin. Do you know the difference between frostnip and frostbite?
Tornado Truths: Test Your Tornado Knowledge.
Be prepared. Learn more about tornadoes.
Be prepared. Learn more about tornadoes.
Eat A Banana for What Ails You
Need a quick pick-me-up? Try a banana. It gives you more sustained energy than anything out of a vending machine!
Need a quick pick-me-up? Try a banana. It gives you more sustained energy than anything out of a vending machine!
Interesting Snow Facts
Get in the know about snow. March is here! But there’s still snow around. How much do you really know about this cold, white stuff?
Get in the know about snow. March is here! But there’s still snow around. How much do you really know about this cold, white stuff?
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.
Winter Feeding Mistakes
Try these solutions for Cattle Feeding foul-ups.
Try these solutions for Cattle Feeding foul-ups.
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.
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.
Blog
Hurriane Names for 2008
June 4, 2008 11:52 AM
June 4, 2008 11:52 AM
El Nino vs. the Farmers' Almanac
September 3, 2009 1:10 PM
September 3, 2009 1:10 PM
Hurricane Season is Cranking Up
June 1, 2009 3:14 PM
June 1, 2009 3:14 PM
A Brides Best Friend
September 25, 2008 9:33 AM
September 25, 2008 9:33 AM
Weird Summer Weather
July 25, 2008 12:41 PM
July 25, 2008 12:41 PM
Farmers’ Almanac Winter Predictions
August 25, 2008 1:27 PM
August 25, 2008 1:27 PM
A “Storm of the Century” in Colorado?
March 8, 2007 8:15 AM
March 8, 2007 8:15 AM
2007 Hurricane Season
June 1, 2007 8:53 AM
June 1, 2007 8:53 AM
Playing It Safe - Lightning
June 23, 2008 9:49 AM
June 23, 2008 9:49 AM
Hurricanes
September 2, 2008 3:00 PM
September 2, 2008 3:00 PM
Poinsettia Trivia
December 12, 2005 10:30 AM
December 12, 2005 10:30 AM
Meetings with Remarkable Trees
July 8, 2005 4:45 PM
July 8, 2005 4:45 PM
Hurricane Survival
August 21, 2007 9:59 AM
August 21, 2007 9:59 AM
Solar Cycle 24
September 6, 2007 9:28 AM
September 6, 2007 9:28 AM
Holy Hurricane Season
June 2, 2008 1:00 PM
June 2, 2008 1:00 PM
Ice Storms
December 11, 2007 1:25 PM
December 11, 2007 1:25 PM
Cyclone vs. Hurricane vs. Tornado -How are these storms different?
May 7, 2008 9:27 AM
May 7, 2008 9:27 AM
In Like a Lion, Out Like a Lamb
March 1, 2007 9:59 AM
March 1, 2007 9:59 AM
Vacation Planning Made Easy
February 25, 2008 12:20 PM
February 25, 2008 12:20 PM
Editor’s Choice - Toughest Jobs On Earth (Winter)
December 8, 2008 12:04 PM
December 8, 2008 12:04 PM
Did Snowstorms Win Again? – Results of Valentine Poll
February 16, 2009 2:34 PM
February 16, 2009 2:34 PM
Last night’s Lunar Eclipse was …
February 21, 2008 2:58 PM
February 21, 2008 2:58 PM
March - Best and Worst
March 6, 2008 9:34 AM
March 6, 2008 9:34 AM
To Rain, or to Snow?
November 7, 2006 2:28 PM
November 7, 2006 2:28 PM
After IKe, What’s Next
September 23, 2008 10:45 AM
September 23, 2008 10:45 AM
Turkey of a name
November 6, 2007 10:22 AM
November 6, 2007 10:22 AM
Crippling Ice Storm
January 28, 2009 4:56 PM
January 28, 2009 4:56 PM
Winter Weather Sightings
September 10, 2007 2:36 PM
September 10, 2007 2:36 PM
Summer Safety & The Weather
May 2, 2008 3:53 PM
May 2, 2008 3:53 PM
A White Christmas??
December 3, 2007 11:42 AM
December 3, 2007 11:42 AM
Cuddling to stay warm this Valentine’s Day
February 15, 2007 8:39 AM
February 15, 2007 8:39 AM
Winter Weather Awareness Week
October 29, 2008 10:13 AM
October 29, 2008 10:13 AM
Lake Effect Snow
March 11, 2008 12:02 PM
March 11, 2008 12:02 PM
Ice Fishing in Lake Erie
February 9, 2009 12:52 PM
February 9, 2009 12:52 PM
Storm Stories
December 13, 2006 8:25 AM
December 13, 2006 8:25 AM
16 1/2 Feet of Snow and Counting
April 15, 2008 11:36 AM
April 15, 2008 11:36 AM
Be Careful What You Wish For
December 17, 2007 3:14 PM
December 17, 2007 3:14 PM
The Big Myth Is Coming?
March 19, 2008 11:40 AM
March 19, 2008 11:40 AM
Where’s Winter?
December 15, 2006 9:22 AM
December 15, 2006 9:22 AM
A Reader Recalls Being Struck by Lightning
April 30, 2007 8:32 AM
April 30, 2007 8:32 AM
Is March Really A Lion?
February 27, 2009 1:52 PM
February 27, 2009 1:52 PM
Trapped In Your Car
January 22, 2009 12:24 PM
January 22, 2009 12:24 PM
Snowy, Freezy, Nuts
December 17, 2008 2:02 PM
December 17, 2008 2:02 PM
“Attention All Passengers: It’s the Weather”
February 26, 2007 3:33 AM
February 26, 2007 3:33 AM
Squalls in Southern California
November 7, 2007 12:12 PM
November 7, 2007 12:12 PM
Cold, Ice, Snow, Oh My!
December 16, 2006 7:09 AM
December 16, 2006 7:09 AM
Tornado Survival Tips
May 6, 2008 10:07 PM
May 6, 2008 10:07 PM
In Anticipation of Summer
March 16, 2009 8:44 AM
March 16, 2009 8:44 AM
Cold, Snow, Martin Luther King Day and More
January 19, 2009 8:29 AM
January 19, 2009 8:29 AM
Tornado Damage - Fujita Scale
June 16, 2008 12:17 PM
June 16, 2008 12:17 PM
Ice Storm Paralyzes New England in ‘98
January 8, 2008 9:56 AM
January 8, 2008 9:56 AM
Lightning Awareness
April 27, 2007 10:04 AM
April 27, 2007 10:04 AM
Move Thanksgiving?!
November 20, 2007 5:53 PM
November 20, 2007 5:53 PM
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Mold Removal and Didn’t Know Who to Ask
August 5, 2008 3:51 PM
August 5, 2008 3:51 PM
Pages
How are Hurricanes Named?
Since 1953, Atlantic tropical storms have been named from lists originated by the National Hurricane Center and now maintained and updated by an international committee of the World Meteorological Organization. The lists featured only women’s names until 1979. After that,...
Since 1953, Atlantic tropical storms have been named from lists originated by the National Hurricane Center and now maintained and updated by an international committee of the World Meteorological Organization. The lists featured only women’s names until 1979. After that,...
Hurricane Glossary
Advisory: A formal advisory message from a Weather Bureau Hurricane Warning Center giving warning information along with details on tropical cyclone location, intensity and movement and precautions that should be taken.Bulletin: A public release for press, radio, and TV dissemination...
Advisory: A formal advisory message from a Weather Bureau Hurricane Warning Center giving warning information along with details on tropical cyclone location, intensity and movement and precautions that should be taken.Bulletin: A public release for press, radio, and TV dissemination...
Farmers' Almanac Weather Outlook for Hawaii
Farmers Almanac Weather Summary for HawaiiDue to Hawaii's fairly constant weather patterns, the Farmers' Almanac provides an overall climatological summary for Hawaii. This summary should give you a good idea of what type of weather to expect if you are...
Farmers Almanac Weather Summary for HawaiiDue to Hawaii's fairly constant weather patterns, the Farmers' Almanac provides an overall climatological summary for Hawaii. This summary should give you a good idea of what type of weather to expect if you are...
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...
Primer for Hurricanes, Tornadoes and Storm Surges
Here is a basic primer on hurricanes, tornadoes and storm surges: A hurricane is a severe tropical storm, that forms in the southern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, or in the eastern Pacific Ocean. Hurricanes need...
Here is a basic primer on hurricanes, tornadoes and storm surges: A hurricane is a severe tropical storm, that forms in the southern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, or in the eastern Pacific Ocean. Hurricanes need...
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...
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...
Marine Warnings Glossary
If you’re on or near large bodies of water, you should know what the following marine weather warnings mean, and what actions to take to remain safe. But first, a marine primer: What’s the difference between “miles per hour”...
If you’re on or near large bodies of water, you should know what the following marine weather warnings mean, and what actions to take to remain safe. But first, a marine primer: What’s the difference between “miles per hour”...
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...
