“Cold November, Mild January”? Not This Year, Say Experts
• Traditional weather sayings like 'Cold November, Mild January' may not hold true this year due to unusual temperature patterns.
• Experts advise gardeners to winterize plants now, anticipating colder conditions despite the mild November.
• Climate change is causing shifts in weather patterns, making it crucial to rely on modern weather forecasts rather than old adages.
Farmers' weather sayings versus expert predictions this year
For centuries, farmers have looked to old weather sayings to predict the seasons. One such saying goes, “If November is cold and clear, January will be mild and cloudy.” This adage has held true about 70% of the time, linking early cold under high pressure to milder, wetter winters. However, this November doesn’t fit the pattern, as temperatures remain near normal across many regions.
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