Farmer's Almanac Just Released Its Summer 2026 Forecast -- And It's Not Great News

You might be spending more time indoors with the air conditioner this summer. The Old Farmer's Almanac just released its weather predictions for Summer 2026. The verdict? Much of North America is in for a hot summer. Those in the United States and Canada can expect hotter-than-normal temperatures, especially in the eastern and southern parts of the former. The US should also expect widespread dryness across several regions.

The Old Farmer's Almanac also predicts that states like Texas, Nevada, Utah, and New Mexico should brace themselves for a hot and rainy summer, with Northern Ohio and the southern parts of Georgia and Alabama subjected to the same conditions.

That said, The Old Farmer's Almanac reports that rainfall is less predictable in the warmer months, but they "lean drier overall." Regions like the East, High Plains, and the interior West could see "below-normal precipitation."

The Old Farmer's Almanac Summer 2026 Forecast

Almanac.com

Per the forecast, the Upper Midwest and the Heartland could also experience more mixed patterns or cooler-than-normal temperatures this summer, with the Heartland and portions of the Pacific Northwest showing a blend of wet and dry weather.

Prepare to face above-average temperatures for much of the summer, with periods of extended heat possible for the majority of the US. The monthly culprits are the usual suspects – July and August.

Make sure you stay hydrated, keep your furry friends indoors for as long as possible, and update the contents of your emergency disaster kit should a power outage arise. You should also have an updated first-aid kit on hand and discuss heat safety precautions with your household.

Other preventative measures you can take to stay cool in a dangerously hot summer include upgrading your windows and weather stripping, along with ensuring your blinds remain closed to keep sunlight and heat out.



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