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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
When can you see June's full moon in Wisconsin?
The first full moon of the summer is almost upon us, Wisconsin. June's summer moon will reach peak illumination on June 11. Here's what to know about your chances of seeing it in Wisconsin: The Strawberry Moon will reach peak illumination on June 11 at 3:44 a.m. EST. Want to know when to see it in Wisconsin? The Old Farmer's Almanac has a moonrise and moonset calculator, which lets users search by state, city or ZIP code. More: Summer is almost here. What to know about the start of the 2025 season in Wisconsin No, the Strawberry Moon is not a supermoon. There will be three super full moons later in the year, according to Used by the Algonquian and Ojibwe tribes, June's full moon got its name to mark the "ripening of 'June-bearing' strawberries that are ready to be gathered," The Old Farmer's Almanac says. Some other names for the Strawberry Moon are the Blooming Moon, Birth Moon and Honey Moon. More: What will summer weather be like in Wisconsin in 2025? Here's what the Old Farmer's Almanac predicts Here's a list of Wisconsin spots that could offer some of the best views of the night sky: Newport State Park, Ellison Bay Driftless Wisconsin Harrington Beach State Park Kettle Moraine State Forest Kohler-Andrae State Park Parnell Tower Here is the full moon schedule for 2025: June 11: Strawberry Moon July 10: Buck Moon Aug. 9: Sturgeon Moon Sept. 7: Harvest Moon Oct. 6: Hunter's Moon Nov. 5: Beaver Moon Dec. 4: Cold Moon More: The biggest astronomical events in 2025: Eclipses to meteor showers and full moon schedule Alex Groth contributed to this report. This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Strawberry Moon 2025: How and when to see June full moon in Wisconsin
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
These 4 U.S. Regions Are Poised for a 'Scorching Hot' Summer—Is Yours One of Them?
Curious whether your summer vacation is going to be perfectly mild and sunny or if you need to brace yourself for monsoon-level rains and a glued-to-the-TV hurricane season? Unfortunately, most weather apps only prepare you with a 10-day forecast, which doesn't do much good if you're looking for a temperature check on the entire season. Those long-term predictions are when we turn to an old staple: The Old Farmer's Almanac. First published in 1792, this book was the reference for those looking to brush up on trends and news in gardening, sports, and more, but it was also the place to find semi-reliable insights on what the twelve months ahead might look like. At one time, it was the guiding force for farmers to make decisions about their upcoming planting season. And, while the technology for making predictions has changed, the general ethos behind The Almanac remains the same. Weather forecasts are made once a year using historical weather patterns and tidal records, as well as the disciplines of solar science, climatology, and meteorology, to anticipate how the seasons will behave. These predictions are said to be accurate 80% of the time. So what's in store for Summer 2025? Keep reading for overall weather predictions from The Farmer's Almanac, as well a breakdown of summer weather patterns by region. If you love embracing all of summer's sunshine and heat, then get your pool bag ready. This summer is going to be h-o-t, hot. Sky-high temperatures should set in just in time for summer's unofficial peak in July and August, so plan your travels accordingly. The Old Farmer's Almanac is predicting hot and dry conditions across the majority of the country throughout the summer. Only the southernmost tip of Florida, the Pacific Northwest, and the southern half of Alaska will face cooler-than-usual temperatures. Meanwhile, parts of the Midwest and Northeast are looking at hot, rainy conditions — it's not the heat that'll get ya, it's the humidity. Note: Locations not mentioned below are predicted to have a hot and dry summer. Region 1: The Northeast, which includes Maine, western Massachusetts, New Hampshire, eastern New York, and Maine will have a hot, rainy, wet summer with high humidity. Region 5: Most of Florida will have an unsurprisingly hot summer, but southern Florida will face cool, wet conditions and hurricane potential. Region 6: The Lower Lakes, which includes eastern Illinois, northern Indiana, Michigan, and northern Ohio, will have an unusually rainy summer. Region 7: The Ohio Valley, including southern Illinois, southern Indiana, Kentucky, southern Ohio, and western West Virginia, will have a wet summer. Region 8: Of course, it's going to be hot in the Deep South, including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee, but this year will be even more of a scorcher than normal. Region 10: The Heartland, otherwise known as eastern Kansas, Iowa, Missouri, and eastern Nebraska, will have a hot, dry summer. Temperatures are predicted to be 4°F above normal. Region 11: Texas and Oklahoma are going to be looking for relief this summer, with predictions lined up for these two states to be the hottest in the entire country. Region 13: The Intermountain region, which includes western Colorado, western Montana, eastern Oregon, and eastern Washington, will be cooler and rainy this summer. Region 14: If you're in the Desert Southwest, also known as the area from southern California to western Texas, you're going to face more-sweltering-then-normal temperatures. Region 15: The Pacific Northwest, including western Washington and Oregon, is the place to be this summer, with cool, dry temperatures. Region 17: Head to Alaska, and you'll see dry weather in the north, with wet weather in the south. Both areas will be cooler than normal. Region 18: Hawaii is going to be wet this summer but, depending on where you are, it could be cooler or hotter. The Big Island will have a hotter than average summer, and the islands will be cooler. You Might Also Like 70 Impressive Tiny Houses That Maximize Function and Style 30+ Paint Colors That Will Instantly Transform Your Kitchen
USA Today
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
There are 10 'lucky' days in a row ahead. See the palindrome dates
There are 10 'lucky' days in a row ahead. See the palindrome dates Show Caption Hide Caption A desperate mama cow and her calf get help from a young boy While walking home with his mom, 9-year-old Wyatt Ban rescues a baby cow who is stuck in a creek near Eminence, Indiana. May already has its share of notable (and meme-able) entries on the calendar, but this year, the month gets a string of quirky dates. Tuesday, May 20, sees the first of 10 dates in a row that can be written as a palindrome, or dates that read the same forward and backward, according to the Farmer's Almanac. May has 11 palindrome dates occurring in the month, with the first happening on May 2. Here's when the remaining palindromic dates for May 2025 will occur. Palindrome dates 5/20/25 also written as 5/20/2025 5/21/25 5/22/25 5/23/25 5/24/25 5/25/25 5/26/25 5/27/25 5/28/25 5/29/25 The pattern will repeat in June next year, as the '6' represents the month, and the 26th at the end of the month creates the conditions for a palindrome.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
The Farmer's Almanac Unveils Its 2025 Summer Weather Predictions, and It's Going to Be a ‘Scorcher'
We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › It's no record to try to beat: summer 2024 was Earth's hottest on record, and one of the hottest for Americans. Last year, the nationwide average temperature was 73.8 degrees Fahrenheit—2.5 degrees above normal. As we look toward summer, you may be wondering what's in store for us this year. The Farmer's Almanac just released its summer weather predictions, and sadly, we may be in for another scorcher of a summer. We'll break down what the publication says you should expect in today's news digest. Also in today's edition: Walmart's troubling announcement, the connection between record-high honeybee deaths and your grocery bill, and the invention of a new type of wood. According to The Old Farmer's Almanac, much of the United States will be seeing a hotter-than-average and dry summer (meteorological summer begins on June 1, while astronomical summer starts on June 20). Record-breaking heat may affect large regions, with temperatures possibly up to or exceeding 4 degrees above normal. Only two regions may not feel the heat as much: southern Florida and the Northwest. If you were hoping that rainfall could offer relief from the heat, you may be in for an unpleasant surprise. Relatively dry conditions are expected, with rainfall at normal or slightly below normal levels. The Great Lakes region, northern and central New England, southern Florida, Hawaii, and southern Alaska, however, may see above-normal precipitation. What does this mean for homeowners? In addition to knowing how to stay cool in the summer heat, you may want to try tricks for reducing your cooling bill and maximizing water savings. Walmart's CFO warned that customers may see higher prices on some items as early as this month. Tariffs that are 'still too high' were cited as the cause. John David Rainey told CNBC, 'We're wired for everyday low prices, but the magnitude of these increases is more than any retailer can absorb.' He added that the company would 'absorb some of the price increases and suppliers will too.' Honeybee deaths have reached a record high, but what does that have to do with your groceries? While scientists are trying to figure out exactly why honeybees are dying at an unprecedented rate, many across the country will soon see the consequences. Many factors lead to higher food costs, and this is bound to be one of them. Without honeybees to pollinate crops (they pollinate approximately 75 percent of crops), we could see shortages in produce like apples, almonds, blueberries, pumpkins, and more. And shortages mean raised prices by the time those items reach your produce aisle. Buckle up. Can wood be stronger than steel? Researchers have developed a 'steel-like' wood by infusing it with iron, and are touting it as a sustainable alternative to concrete and steel. There are a ton of Memorial Day deals and sales to take advantage of. We've rounded up our favorites: Save Big on Traeger and Blackstone With the Best Memorial Day Grill Deals We've Rounded Up Our Favorite Free Deals for Memorial Day Walmart Is Slashing Prices on Some of Our Favorite Power Tools The Home Depot Is Giving Away Milwaukee Power Tools for Memorial Day A Discounted Ryobi Pressure Is One of Our Favorite Memorial Day Deals So Far Here are 8 herbs you never thought to grow but definitely should. After months of testing, we finally found the best air conditioner. Our favorite outdoor sauna is cheaper than other top picks.
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Best stargazing spectacles of summer 2025: Full moons, meteor showers and eclipses
Meteor showers, a total lunar eclipse and Northern Lights displays have already dazzled across the sky so far this year, with May treating stargazers to the Eta Aquarids "shooting stars," a Venus-Saturn alignment and a glowing full moon. As the weather continues to heat up and attention turns toward summer, astrology enthusiasts have a lot to prepare for. Eclipses and more meteor showers are among the many space phenomena we can expect to see in the coming months, along with classic full moons and the chance to spot at least one planet glowing extra bright. Here are a few of the biggest astronomical events to keep an eye out for in the coming summer months. The new moons of summer 2025 will occur on: June 25, July 24, Aug. 23 and Sept. 21. June's full moon is often known as the Strawberry Moon, not because the moon itself takes on a red hue (though it can), but rather because some Native American tribes associated it with the time of berry harvest in the Northern Hemisphere, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac. The June solstice occurs when the sun travels along its northernmost path in the sky, creating the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere and the shortest day in the Southern Hemisphere, according to the Farmer's Almanac. In the Northern Hemisphere, this marks the beginning of summer, while it marks the beginning of winter in the Southern. It can occur from June 20-22 and the moment of the sun's peak northern position is expected to happen on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at 02:42 UTC. Mercury is small and close to the sun, making it difficult to spot with the naked eye on most days. On July 4, however, it will be at its greatest elongation east, meaning it will appear its furthest distance from the sun in the evening sky and therefore will be easier to spot, according to Time and Date. If you're more of a morning person, you'll get another chance on Aug. 19, when Mercury is at its greatest elongation west, meaning it will appear at its furthest distance from the sun in the morning sky. July's full moon is commonly called the "Buck Moon" again to signify a natural phenomenon that occurs around that time. Deer bucks shed their antlers to grow new ones seasonally; early June is roughly the time during which their new antlers begin regrowing from their heads, according to Time and Date. August's full moon is often called the "Sturgeon Moon," again deriving its name from Native tribes who found an abundance of giant lake sturgeon ready to catch in the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain in the later summer months, according to the Farmer's Almanac. The Perseid meteors, the product of space debris from the comet Swift-Tuttle falling to Earth, can be seen as "shooting stars" periodically between July 17 and Aug. 24. However, the meteor activity is supposed to peak between Aug. 12 and 13, creating one of the most vibrant meteor showers of the year, according to Time and Date. A total lunar eclipse occurs when Earth passes between the sun and moon, blocking the sun's light and casting a shadow on the moon, creating a reddish glow. Unfortunately for U.S. stargazers, totality this time around will only be visible from Australia, Asia, Africa, and Europe. However, some people in Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, North America and South America will be able to see at least some of the event, according to Time and Date. The September full moon is generally called the "Corn Moon," as some Native American tribes traditionally harvested corn during this time, according to the Farmer's Almanac. A partial solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the sun and Earth, only partially covering the sun's disk and often creating a crescent or "bite" illusion. Unfortunately for Americans, this partial solar eclipse will only be viewable in New Zealand, Australia, various Pacific islands and parts of Antarctica, according to Time and Date. Americans may not get a chance to see the Sept. 21 eclipse, but they may be able to spot Saturn. Saturn will be in opposition on that date, meaning the Earth, Saturn and Sun align, giving us the closest view of the ringed planet. It will then be visible from sunrise until sunset and be most visible from this point through October, according to the Farmer's Almanac. The September equinox, also known as the Autumnal or Fall equinox, occurs when the sun crosses the celestial equator from north to south. It signals the beginning of fall in the Northern Hemisphere and Spring in the Southern Hemisphere, according to Time and Date. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: When are the next full moons, eclipses? Summer 2025 stargazing guide
