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NOAA predicts Super El Niño; Farmers’ Almanac rescued.

8/8/2026

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NOAA Predicts El Niño

NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center sees an 81% chance of a strong El Niño and near-100% chance of a “Super El Niño” by spring 2027.
The Almanac warns the El Niño may bring drier winter and forecasts periods for Chicago and Great Lakes, citing a 97% chance it will persist spring 2027.
A 2010 University of Illinois study found the Almanac’s winter forecasts are about 52% accurate, while the Almanac claims roughly 80% accuracy.

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Winter Storm Hits

Heavy wet snow is forecast for January-February, likely boosting visitors to ski resorts in the Poconos and Laurel Highlands.
Coastal eastern Pennsylvania, northern New Jersey and Delaware may experience frequent freezing rain, which could disrupt travel and raise ice-removal costs.
Small shifts in the storm track could bring snow to the Poconos and rain to the southeastern lowlands, requiring varied local plans.

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Farmers’ Almanac LLC Rescues

Farmers’ Almanac LLC purchased the Almanac in January 2026, rescuing it from ceasing after its 2026 edition.
The new owners will issue the 210th print edition in 2027, the first under Farmers’ Almanac LLC.
The 2027 edition will be sold without advertising and will keep its historic black-and-white layout.
Print copies will reach retailers and FarmersAlmanac.com on August 25, 2027.
The acquisition also preserves the Almanac’s online presence and plans future print expansions.

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NOAA Predicts El Niño

NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center sees an 81% chance of a strong El Niño and near-100% chance of a “Super El Niño” by spring 2027.
The Almanac warns the El Niño may bring drier winter and forecasts periods for Chicago and Great Lakes, citing a 97% chance it will persist spring 2027.
A 2010 University of Illinois study found the Almanac’s winter forecasts are about 52% accurate, while the Almanac claims roughly 80% accuracy.

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