First, we must acknowledge that Spokane just saw a record-breaking snowfall when an October winter storm swept through Eastern Washington on October 23. So it might be a bit silly to assume that this winter will be a mild one. But according to the Farmers’ Almanac, Washington could see a milder winter than most of the country. But do you believe it?
The Farmers’ Almanac has been in continuous publication since 1818, providing long range weather forecasts and predictions for the U.S. and Canada.
Farmers’ Almanac This is not to be confused with the Old Farmers’ Almanac, which dates all the way back to 1792.
The fall foliage hadn’t even faded yet when Washington saw its first snowfall this year.
Daniel Parks / Flickr There was a 4.5 inch accumulation in some parts of the city and surrounding areas.
But if the Farmers’ Almanac’s predictions are correct, those hoping for serious snow this winter may end up disappointed.
turcottes78 / Flickr Apparently it’s just not meant to be.
According to the Farmers’ Almanac, it’s going to be a cold, rainy, wet winter all over the state.
Jim Culp / Flickr This would be a good time to invest in some rain boots and a cozy jacket (since we all know Washingtonians don’t carry umbrellas).
While they don’t always make similar statements, even the Old Farmers’ Almanac is predicting a mild winter for us this year.
Ed Suominen / Flickr That being said, the Old Farmers’ Almanac does predict snow in early December, but claims that it will disappear quickly.
Both the Farmers’ Almanac and the Old Farmer’s Almanac claim to have about 80% accuracy.
Chris Weber / Flickr Some climatologists disagree, claiming their predictions are way off. Either way, we are about to find out for ourselves what winter has in store for us this year.
Do you think the Farmers’ Almanac’s forecasts and predictions are reliable?
Farmers’ Almanac
This is not to be confused with the Old Farmers’ Almanac, which dates all the way back to 1792.
Daniel Parks / Flickr
There was a 4.5 inch accumulation in some parts of the city and surrounding areas.
turcottes78 / Flickr
Apparently it’s just not meant to be.
Jim Culp / Flickr
This would be a good time to invest in some rain boots and a cozy jacket (since we all know Washingtonians don’t carry umbrellas).
Ed Suominen / Flickr
That being said, the Old Farmers’ Almanac does predict snow in early December, but claims that it will disappear quickly.
Chris Weber / Flickr
Some climatologists disagree, claiming their predictions are way off. Either way, we are about to find out for ourselves what winter has in store for us this year.
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