5 Natural Signs That We're In For a Hard Winter
Oct 21, 2022
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There is something about the coming of winter that makes us all feel a little more mystical, almost as if we are being prepared for something. And that's because we are. The weather has always been a great judge of character, and it's fair to say that the forecast isn't looking good this year.
Natural signs such as animal behavior, changes in local flora, or phenomena in the sky often provide early warnings of oncoming winter. Here's what to look out for to tell what this winter will look like.
Abundance of acorns
Winter predictions based on weather-related factors are, at best, a very crude guess. The weather is so complex and dynamic that all predictions can only be approximate. However, many cultures have believed for centuries that an abundance of acorns signifies a harsh and long winter ahead.
The early arrival of the snowy owl
The snowy owl is a winter bird of prey. It is one of the most adaptable, resourceful, and courageous raptors in the world. It has been observed throughout the years that the presence of an early-arriving snowy owl is indicative of conditions that will likely lead to a rough winter season.
Unfortunately, not everyone has the chance to see this magnificent bird. So keep your ears and eyes on the horizon, and as soon as you hear or read about their arrival, get ready for a bitter winter!
Giant and solid spiderwebs
No matter how small or inconspicuous these creatures are, they, too, have a kind of sixth sense and can sense that a harsh winter is just around the corner. Spiders are cold-blooded animals that do not possess the ability to generate their own body heat. They rely on the warmth of their surroundings to stay active and healthy.
According to chi-nese.com, a large number of giant and solid spiderwebs, or even two spiderwebs on top of each other, signify the spiders are preparing for the harsh winter ahead of time.
The early departure of ducks and geese
The geese and ducks are intelligent creatures who understand the harsh winters in the northern U.S. They know they need to depart to find food, so they leave before winter arrives, knowing it's going to be a harsh winter with lots of snow and not enough food.
In folklore, it is believed that the sooner they depart, the harsher the coming winter will be.
Halos around the Moon
Have you ever looked up at the moon in the night sky and noticed a perfectly round ring around it? You have witnessed a sign that indicates a harsh winter. The fiercer-looking or intensely colored the rings are, the more intense will be the winter weather.
Winter is unpredictable
Knowing what to expect from the upcoming winter season can make all the difference in how you handle it. And while these signs or superstitions don't always come true, and we should rather take them with a grain of salt, it is always good to know what nature tells us and what people have believed for centuries.