Much like a "badger summer"—a period of unseasonable warmth in the middle of autumn—periods of cold snaps during springtime have a name. Learn more about these "Little Winters."

The ancient Greeks believed there were four wind gods — one representing each cardinal direction — each with a personality of his own. Learn more.

There was a time when people didn’t need to check the forecast to know a change was coming. You could feel it in the air. Mornings smelled different. Evenings went quiet earlier. The sky had a look that told you something was on the way. Most people learned those signs without realizing it. From watching

By Farmers’ Almanac Contributor There are certain mornings when you step outside and feel it immediately. Not cold exactly. Not warm either. Just… different. The air carries a weight to it. The wind pauses like it’s listening. Birds act strangely. Even the trees seem to hold their breath. And before long, someone—usually the oldest person

According to popular folklore, persimmon seeds may predict winter weather. How do you make a persimmon forecast? It’s easy. Just split open seeds of a locally grown fruit and look at the patterns inside. What did the persimmon seeds say for 2025-2026? Here’s everything you need to know, including how to make your own persimmon

Mother's Day is a special day in which we honor special mothers each year. Learn how it became a holiday, and how to give mom the best celebration!

According to popular folklore, a persimmon can predict winter weather. How do you make a persimmon forecast? It’s easy. Just split open a seed of a locally grown fruit and look at the pattern inside. If you see a fork, winter will be mild. A shovel (or spoon shape)? It will be snowy. A knife

There are a lot of weather lore sayings surrounding the month of September. How many of these have you heard?

With all the technology we have access to at our fingertips, do we really still need folklore in our everyday lives?

Forsythia in full bloom are a welcome sight after a long winter. But do those yellow flowers mean snow is on the way? See the history and folklore surrounding these harbingers of spring.