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One ancient culture believed the Sun was a distraught mother, looking for her child. Learn more!
Read MoreBefore there were weather apps for your smartphone, Doppler radar, or the National Weather Service, our ancestors were busy observing their natural surroundings and noticed that animal behavior, clouds, and other elements of nature gave clues about the weather to come.
The result: weather folklore — sayings, rhymes and anecdotes that were passed down from generation to generation. Weather lore is one of our favorite subjects here at Farmers’ Almanac, and It’s been a reader favorite since our very first edition in 1818.
Below is a collection from our archives.
One ancient culture believed the Sun was a distraught mother, looking for her child. Learn more!
Read MoreMother Earth is a common figure in the mythology of many ancient cultures. The Greeks called her Gaia. Learn more!
Read MoreThe Japanese once believed the wind was controlled by a monster named Fūjin. Learn more!
Read MoreIf you’re dreaming of a white Christmas, watch the weather on December 13, St. Lucia Day (the Feast of St. Lucy of Syracuse, Sicily). According to traditional lore, sunny weather on this day foretells snow on Christmas. Who Was St. Lucia? A Dark Tale St. Lucia (or St. Lucy) is recognized as the patron saint
Read MoreThe Ojibwe believed winter came in the form of a white-haired old man. Learn more!
Read MoreAre "cold spots" in rooms caused by paranormal activity?
Read MoreThe ancient Greeks believed the seasons were each ruled by a different goddess. Learn about Xarpo, the lady of Autumn.
Read MoreThe ancient Greeks believed a hundred-handed monster was behind hurricanes. Learn more!
Read MoreWhat does this old weather lore saying about a red sky predict about the weather to come? We have the answer.
Read MoreNo natural phenomenon captures the imagination quite like rainbows. Read about the myths and the facts behind these beautiful bands of light!
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