How Old Farmer's Almanac's Fall Forecast Compares to Farmers' Almanac
Summary
The Old Farmer’s Almanac and the Farmers’ Almanac each released their fall 2026 weather predictions, showing some agreements but also important differences. Both use unique and traditional methods, but their long-range forecasts sometimes differ from each other and official government weather forecasts.Key Facts
- The Old Farmer’s Almanac, started in 1792, uses solar science and past weather patterns to make forecasts.
- The Farmers’ Almanac, started in 1818, relies on a special formula involving sunspots, moon tides, and planets.
- Meteorologists from the National Weather Service and NOAA doubt the precision of detailed long-term weather forecasts.
- In the Pacific Northwest, the Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts cooler and wetter weather, while the Farmers’ Almanac expects cold and dry conditions.
- In the Southeast, the Old Farmer’s Almanac forecasts cooler and drier weather, but the Farmers’ Almanac says it will be warm and stormy.
- Both almanacs agree the Northeast will be cool and wet in fall 2026.
- Both also predict dry conditions in the Southwest and warm, wet weather in southern Texas and the South Central area.
- These forecasts differ in some areas from official NOAA seasonal outlooks but can provide an additional perspective.
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