Tired of the heat? Here's what the Old Farmer's Almanac predicts for 2024 fall weather
The brutal summer temperatures will soon subside to make way for a cool fall in New England, the Old Farmer's Almanac predicts.
In its fall forecast, the Old Farmer's Almanac is projecting a mix of average and below average temperatures throughout New England.
The publication also released its prediction for the best time to check out the signature New England foliage.
What the Old Farmer's Almanac says to expect for fall 2024
Western Massachusetts will primarily reach average temperatures, while the southern and eastern areas of the state will be below average, the Old Farmer's Almanac said.
It also predicts Rhode Island and most of Connecticut will have below average temperatures for fall.
When will New England's fall foliage peak in 2024?
As for New England's iconic fall foliage, the Old Farmer's Almanac is predicting it will be at or near its peak by Oct. 11. To catch a glimpse or photo, the publication suggests visiting Maine's Acadia National Park, New Hampshire's Kancamangus Highway or the Connecticut River Valley.
How rainy will it be this fall?
In Massachusetts, the Old Farmer's Almanac is predicting the eastern half of the state will see average rainfall, while the western half will see below average rain this fall.
How does the Old Farmer's Almanac make predictions?
According to its website, the Old Farmer's Almanac makes its predictions by comparing solar activity with weather patterns.
The almanac says it utilizes multiple academic disciplines for its predictions, including solar science, climatology and meteorology.
It also says the weather forecast methodology is the modern version of a formula created by the Almanac's founder, Robert B. Thomas, in 1792.
How accurate are the Old Farmer's Almanac's predictions?
The Old Farmer's Almanac, which is slightly different than the Farmers' Almanac, claims an 80% accuracy rate on its predictions.
In a report analyzing the success of its predictions for last winter, the Almanac said its total accuracy rate for the season was 64%. The publication attributed the lower rate to "how abnormal recent weather patterns have been."
This article originally appeared on Cape Cod Times: Old Farmer's Almanac's 2024 predictions for fall weather, foliage in CT
