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The Old Farmer’s Almanac, a historic publication since 1792, will continue its annual print edition and expand its digital offerings in 2026, maintaining its reputation for reliable weather forecasts and seasonal wisdom, despite rumors of ceasing publication.
Cloudy skies may obstruct views of the upcoming solar eclipse on April 8 for parts of the US, particularly in the zone of totality stretching from Texas to Maine. Over 30 million Americans are expected to witness the event, with clear skies being crucial for optimal viewing. While early forecasts indicate potential cloud cover in inland areas like Ohio and Indiana, experts advise staying flexible and monitoring the weather closely. Protective eyewear is essential for safe viewing, even if the sun is obscured by clouds.
The AFC Championship Game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Baltimore Ravens may be significantly impacted by rain and wind, while the NFC Championship Game between the Detroit Lions and San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara, California is expected to have minimal weather impact. The Ravens and Chiefs are vying for a spot in the Super Bowl, as are the 49ers and Lions, with the former seeking their first appearance since 2019 and the latter aiming for their first ever.
WTI oil rose above $72 as tensions in the Middle East escalated due to a Houthi attack on a U.S.-owned vessel, while natural gas prices retreated on bearish weather forecasts. Brent oil also moved above $78 amid concerns about potential disruptions in Middle East oil supply, with technical analysis indicating key resistance levels for each commodity.
The European Space Agency (ESA) has developed and built the Arctic Weather Satellite in just 36 months, with the aim of improving weather forecasts in the Arctic region. The microsatellite, equipped with a 19-channel cross-track scanning microwave radiometer, will provide high-resolution humidity and temperature soundings of the atmosphere. If successful, it could pave the way for a constellation of satellites called EPS-Sterna, which would enable short-range weather forecasting in the Arctic and globally. The satellite is currently undergoing tests in Germany and is scheduled for launch in June 2024.
U.S. natural gas futures experienced fluctuations last week due to changing weather conditions and shifts in the global LNG market. Initially, cooler temperatures drove up demand, but milder weather forecasts dampened the rally. High European gas inventories reduced the need for additional LNG supplies. Revised weather forecasts predicting colder temperatures led to increased demand expectations, but concerns about potential demand drops and escalating production balanced the market's response. The upcoming EIA storage report will be a key determinant for next week's natural gas futures, with a storage draw potentially signaling rising demand due to colder temperatures. However, another build in storage could continue to exert downward pressure on prices. The market remains highly responsive to weather forecasts, creating an unpredictable environment for U.S. natural gas futures.
The best place to see the April 2024 total solar eclipse is within the narrow path of totality, which stretches over 4,000 miles from western Mexico to Newfoundland, Canada. The point of greatest eclipse, with the longest duration of totality at 4 minutes and 28 seconds, will be just north of Nazas, Mexico. Texas will have the longest totality in the United States, with Dallas experiencing 3 minutes and 49 seconds. In Canada, the region around Quebec's Eastern Townships will have totality lasting up to 3 minutes and 32 seconds. Weather forecasts and mobility will be important factors in choosing the best location to witness the eclipse.
President Joe Biden is set to announce actions aimed at protecting workers and communities affected by extreme heat, including increased enforcement of heat-safety violations and inspections in high-risk workplaces, issuance of a hazard alert to employers, and investments in weather forecasting and climate resilience. The measures come as part of the administration's efforts to address climate change and protect workers from heat-related illnesses and deaths.
President Joe Biden plans to announce new measures to protect workers, improve weather forecasts, and increase access to drinking water as extreme heat continues to affect millions of Americans. The initiatives include increased inspections of dangerous workplaces, heightened enforcement of heat safety violations, and the development of more detailed weather predictions. The Biden administration also plans to invest in drinking water infrastructure and climate resilience in California, Colorado, and Washington. The announcement comes as nearly 40% of the U.S. population faces heat advisories, and high temperatures are expected to spread to the Midwest and Northeast.