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On October 15, 2024, NASA and NOAA announced that the Sun had reached “solar maximum,” the peak of its 11-year cycle. So, what is the solar maximum—and how does it impact us here on Earth? Perhaps a milder winter? Here’s the latest.

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Today is Day 291 of 2024

65 days until winter begins

Question of the Day

Can I use pine needles as a plant cover in my garden throughout the winter?

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Upcoming Holidays

October 18, 2024

Alaska Day

October 18, 2024

St. Luke's Little Summer

October 24, 2024

United Nations Day

October 31, 2024

Halloween (All Hallows' Eve)

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Word of the Day

Equinox

What does it mean?

Puzzle of the Day

You may travel abroad in a carriage whose name read backward or forward is always the same.

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Weather

Seasonal Outlook

The 2024–2025 Winter Forecast

“This winter, temperatures will be up and snowfall down throughout most of the United States,” reports Carol Connare, the Almanac’s editor-in-chief.

Long-Range Weather

Astronomy

Today's Moon Phase

Full Moon at 7:27 A.M.

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Next Full Moon

The Full Beaver Moon, will occur on Friday, November 15, 2024.

Also, see visible planets and bright stars for your area.

Gardening

Planting Calendar

Get Your Planting Dates

Gardening for Everyone

Learn How to Grow a Vegetable Garden

Find our FREE online series of step-by-step guides! Think of it as a “Gardening 101” masterclass with your trusted Almanac gardening experts as your teachers. Learn more!

Growing Guides

Trees, Shrubs, and Vines

Houseplants

Food

Pies and Pastries

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Pie

Meatless

Southwestern Pumpkin Burgers

Soups, Stews, Chowders

German Potato Soup

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