Where will fall color be best in 2026? Our Farmers’ Almanac Fall Foliage Outlook points to the central Appalachians for the strongest display, with generally good prospects across much of the East and Southeast, and more mixed or spotty conditions in parts of the West, Upper Midwest, and southern tier.

Why are fall colors brighter some years? Learn how sunshine, cool nights, rain, drought, frost, and temperature determine how brilliant autumn foliage becomes.

Think your garden season is winding down? Think again. Late August can be the start of a surprisingly productive second...

What are some traditional August weather sayings? Popular sayings include “For every fog in August, there will be a snowfall the following winter,” “Dry August and warm, doth harvest no harm,” and “When it rains in August, it rains honey and wine.” Most are folklore rather than reliable forecasts, but many grew from generations of close observation of weather and agriculture.

For more than two centuries, the Farmers’ Almanac has helped readers plan ahead, stay connected to the seasons, and find...

As we head into the tail end of summer, it might be tempting to throw in the towel and run...

What will winter 2026–2027 in Canada be like? The Farmers’ Almanac Canada winter forecast for 2026–2027 is calling for a...

Don’t let the first frost take next year’s garden with it. Here’s what to collect, dry, and save now for...

The Perseids may get most of the attention in August, but they aren’t the only meteors streaking across the late-summer...

Apple season is one of the tastiest signs that fall has arrived. From crisp Honeycrisp to tart Granny Smith, there...