Punxsutawney Phil Sees Shadow, Predicts Extended Winter
Punxsutawney Phil Sees Shadow, Predicts Extended Winter
US · Published Feb 2, 2026
Punxsutawney Phil predicted six more weeks of winter at Gobbler's Knob, Pennsylvania.
Groundhog Day is a blend of Pagan and Christian traditions, brought to America by German settlers.
The annual event in Punxsutawney includes music, fireworks, and performances, drawing thousands of visitors.
Punxsutawney Phil predicts six more weeks of winter
Punxsutawney Phil, the world-famous groundhog, has made his annual prediction: six more weeks of winter. During the Groundhog Day event at Gobbler's Knob in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, Phil emerged from his burrow and saw his shadow, according to the tradition. This event, steeped in folklore, draws thousands of visitors each year to witness the spectacle.
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