Will York get relief from the heat? Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts fall forecast
As the country is still sweltering from above-average temps this summer, Pennsylvania will be sliding into a cool fall, according the Old Farmer’s Almanac.
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The Old Farmer’s Almanac released its annual fall forecast, predicting below-average temperatures for Pennsylvanians, while the majority of the country to the west, is forecast to see above-average temps.
Precipitation, on the other hand is forecast to be higher for Pennsylvania, as opposed to lower precipitation for the rest of the country.
The Old Farmer’s Almanac has been making annual, long-term weather predictions since 1792 by comparing solar activity with weather patterns, claiming 80% accuracy. A University of Illinois study found it was only about 52% accurate.
The Old Farmer’s Almanac is predicting cooler-than-average temperatures for most of Michigan this fall.
What is the average fall temperature for Pennsylvania?
These are the average fall season temperatures, according to the National Weather Service:
September sees an average of 67.9-degrees
October sees an average of 55.8-degrees
November sees an average of 44.8-degrees
December sees an average of 35.8-degrees
The Old Farmer’s Almanac is predicting below average precipitation for most of Michigan this fall.
What about rainfall?
While most of the country is predicted to see less precipitation, Pennsylvania and a swath of the Ohio Valley are forecast to get higher than average rainfall or snow in the fall.
What does this mean for the fall foliage?
This year’s prediction for fall peak color, comes a little earlier by October 11.
Leaves start changing colors in September, lasting through early November with peak season falling around the second to third week of October, depending on where you live and the weather conditions.
This article originally appeared on USATNetwork: Farmer’s Almanac predicts 2024 fall weather in York County
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