Weather lore

Farmers' Almanac Forewarns of Frosty Flip-Flop Winter Ahead

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
Articles, Almanacs, Weather lore, Farmers' Almanac, Flip-flop, Flop, Weather forecasting, Weather

Right on cue, the Farmers' Almanac is releasing its much-anticipated 2021-22 winter weather outlook that has its own set of extremes, earning it a "frosty flip-flop" moniker that might be a little too frosty for some and not enough flip-flop for others.

Key Points: 
  • Right on cue, the Farmers' Almanac is releasing its much-anticipated 2021-22 winter weather outlook that has its own set of extremes, earning it a "frosty flip-flop" moniker that might be a little too frosty for some and not enough flip-flop for others.
  • Farmers' Almanac releases a flip-flop winter weather forecast.
  • The Farmers' Almanac is predicting a near-normal amount of snowfall from coast to coast however, the unusual aspect of this winter will be the notable month-to-month variations.
  • The 2022 Farmers' Almanac not only contains the winter forecast but weather predictions for all four seasons.

Punxsutawney Launches Groundhog Day Hunt With Eventzee

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Wednesday, February 3, 2021
Creative works, Regions of the United States, American culture, Public holidays in the United States, Weather lore, Groundhog Day, Superstitions, Punxsutawney Phil, Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, Groundhog, Fred la marmotte

Utilizing Eventzee technology, the Virtual Groundhog Day Scavenger Hunt had participants sharing favorite Groundhog Club memories and tested their knowledge on Groundhog Club trivia.

Key Points: 
  • Utilizing Eventzee technology, the Virtual Groundhog Day Scavenger Hunt had participants sharing favorite Groundhog Club memories and tested their knowledge on Groundhog Club trivia.
  • The Virtual Groundhog Day Scavenger Hunt got its seal of approval from the Groundhog Clubs Inner Circle, who were featured in many of the hunts challenges.
  • Groundhog Day is the biggest day of the year for us, said Katie Donald, Executive Director of the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club.
  • The Punxsutawney Groundhog Club Inner Circle is comprised of 15 members whose task it is to protect and perpetuate the legend of the great weather-predicting groundhog Punxsutawney Phil.

Winter of the Great Divide? Which Side are You On?

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Monday, August 24, 2020
Almanacs, Weather lore, Farmers' Almanac, Midwestern United States

"Our job as editors of the Farmers' Almanac is to pass down valuable tips and advice to help our readers thrive, no matter the obstacles."

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  • "Our job as editors of the Farmers' Almanac is to pass down valuable tips and advice to help our readers thrive, no matter the obstacles."
  • The Farmers' Almanac forewarns areas from theGreat Lakes and Midwest, westward through the Northern and Central Plains, and Rockies are in for a cold winter.
  • The "winter wild card" belongs to areas around the Tennessee and lower Ohio Rivervalleys, north and east up through New England.
  • These areas will see a mix of intense systems that will keepdelivering a wintry mix of rainy, icy and/or snowy weather throughout winter.

Sunwing celebrates Groundhog Day with weekend flash sale offering savings of up to 40% on vacation packages

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Friday, January 31, 2020
Canadian culture, Low-cost carriers, Regions of the United States, Animals, Public holidays in the United States, Weather lore, Sunwing Airlines, TUI Group, Wiarton, Ontario, Wiarton Willie, Groundhog Day, Groundhog

TORONTO, Jan. 31, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- While Canadians are hoping Wiarton Willie forecasts an early spring this coming Groundhog Day, February 2nd, Sunwing is helping travellers prepare for the possibility of six extra weeks of winter with their Groundhog Day weekend flash sale.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Jan. 31, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- While Canadians are hoping Wiarton Willie forecasts an early spring this coming Groundhog Day, February 2nd, Sunwing is helping travellers prepare for the possibility of six extra weeks of winter with their Groundhog Day weekend flash sale.
  • With vacation packages priced to sell out, travellers will want to book early to secure their spot in the sun.
  • Travellers can sunbathe by one of the resorts pristine pools and enjoy unlimited international drinks at all resort bars and restaurants.
  • This scale enables Sunwing to offer customers exclusive deals at top-rated resorts in the most popular vacation destinations as well as cruise packages and seasonal domestic flight service.

Wild Ride Ahead - 2020 Farmers' Almanac Predicts A "Polar Coaster" Winter!

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Monday, August 26, 2019
Weather lore, Winter, Meteorology, Precipitation, Farmers' Almanac, Nature, Sky

The 2020 Farmers' Almanac's extended weather forecast is calling for a "Polar Coaster Winter," with plenty of frigid temperatures and snow for a majority of the country.

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  • The 2020 Farmers' Almanac's extended weather forecast is calling for a "Polar Coaster Winter," with plenty of frigid temperatures and snow for a majority of the country.
  • "We expect yet another wild ride this winter," shares Pete Geiger, Philom., Editor,"with extreme temperatures swings and some hefty snowfalls."
  • The western-third of the country is forecast to see a milder ride with near-normal winter temperatures and precipitation predicted.
  • The Almanac calls for above-normal winter precipitation over the eastern third of the country as well as the Great Plains, Midwest, and the Great Lakes.

Farmers' Almanac's Teeth-Chattering Forecast Melts Rumors of Mild Winter

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Monday, August 27, 2018
Almanacs, Weather lore, Television technology, Farmers' Almanac, The Weather Channel, WeatherStar, Weather, Snow, Water, Nature, Universe

"Teeth-chattering," "biting," and "stinging" cold are a few of the adjectives the Farmers' Almanac is using to describe the upcoming winter, and not only in northern areas.

Key Points: 
  • "Teeth-chattering," "biting," and "stinging" cold are a few of the adjectives the Farmers' Almanac is using to describe the upcoming winter, and not only in northern areas.
  • The Farmers' Almanac, which bases its long-range forecast on a mathematical and astronomical formula developed in 1818, forewarns of "significant snowfall for parts of its seven zones."
  • The Pacific Northwest and Mid-Atlantic regions of the country are also forecast to have an abundance of snow and wet/icy conditions this winter.
  • For more information on how the Farmers' Almanac makes its long-range forecasts, where and when the cold weather start, go to FarmersAlmanac.com .