Are you hoping for a long, cold winter or an early spring? Soon enough, a four-legged friend of ours will emerge from his burrow, dictating exactly that.
Groundhog Day, taking place Friday, Feb. 2, is right around the corner. With much anticipation, residents across the state of Kentucky are patiently waiting, hoping for some warm weather after a cold front rocked the area in January.
When is Groundhog Day?
Groundhog Day is observed in the U.S. and Canada on Feb. 2 every year and falls on a Friday in 2024.
Will the groundhog see his shadow this year?
After a cold front swept through the state during January, Kentucky residents are ready for plenty of warm weather and sunshine, but will their wishes be granted?
According to Old Farmer’s Almanac Groundhog Day predictions, everyone might just luck out this year with no more wintry weather. Cloudy skies are anticipated on Feb. 2, meaning everyone’s favorite four-legged friend is unlikely to see his shadow, predicting an early spring.
It’s believed if the groundhog sees his shadow, six more weeks of a long winter will occur, while not seeing his shadow means spring is near.