Boston’s In For A Rare And Surprising Winter – The 2023 Prediction Is Out
Prepare because the winter is coming. Every year, the farmer’s almanac releases its predictions for long range forecasts for each region of the country. They release their information up to…
BOSTON, MA – JANUARY 29: Plows work to clear I-90 in Boston as Winter Storm Kenan brings heavy winds and snow on January 29, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. A powerful nor’easter brought blinding blizzard conditions with high winds causing widespread power outages to much of the Mid-Atlantic and New England coast. The storm is predicted to drop over 2 feet of snow in some areas. (Photo by Scott Eisen/Getty Images)
Prepare because the winter is coming. Every year, the farmer's almanac releases its predictions for long range forecasts for each region of the country. They release their information up to 2 years in advance and will only say their predictions are based on "exclusive mathematical and astronomical formula, that relies on sunspot activity, tidal action, planetary position (astrology) and many other factors". So what is it saying for Boston this winter? The forecast may surprise you and based on the type of summer we just had, it will most definitely upset a lot of people.
Overall, the forecast for Boston says we are going to have a warmer than normal winter. The coldest part of the winter will be late January into mid-February, while the snowiest periods will occur in late December, late January, and mid-February. That may make many happy however, with the amount of rain we had this past summer, this next prediction is bound to upset a lot of people. According to the almanac, April and May will be warmer and wetter than normal. BUT the summer forecast is better with the almanac saying next summer will be hotter than average but that the amount of rainfall will be below average. So, bottom line expect a warmer winter, wetter spring, hotter but less wet summer.
Just how accurate is the farmer's almanac? If you ask them, they'll tell you their predictions are 80% accurate. Keep in mind too, there are two almanacs. The Old Farmer's Almanac and the Farmer's Almanac. You can explore the differences in both HERE.
So the question is, will you do anything different knowing these predictions? Do you enjoy having snowy winters? We thought you may enjoy these pictures of some fun space savers that have been used in Boston over the years. Have fun!
The Most Hilarous Space Savers As Boston Drivers Battle For Parking
It's looking like we have a big snowstorm on the way. It’s expected to bring significant snow to most parts of the state and will be that heavy, wet snow. Plus, there’s going to be a high wind watch as well.
Everything will get started today starting with rain in western MA and traveling across the state reaching Greater Boston between 6pm and 8pm. The rain will change to snow tonight and overnight in western and central MA, with it hitting Greater Boston between 8am and 10am tomorrow morning.
Let's talk snow totals...
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One of the toughest parts about winter in Boston is the parking, or lack thereof. It definitely brings out one of the more entertaining aspects of the season...space savers! Space savers are a Boston tradition where people put random objects in the spot that they shovel out so that no one will take it. If someone moves it, fights ensue! And if you park in someone else's space, you may return to damage to your car. It's not right, but it happens.
My favorite thing about space savers is seeing the ones that people use. Hilarious! Here are some actual photos of Boston space savers. Enjoy!
Let's start with the basics...a chair!
This was definitely the aftermath of the storm where someone's space saver was thrown out.
Summer Space Savers
(Boston, MA 01/11/18) A chair and a cooler are used as space savers in South Boston on Thursday, January 11, 2018. Staff photo by Nicolaus Czarnecki (Photo by /MediaNews Group/Boston Herald via Getty Images)
Nothing says winter storm like a beach chair and a cooler!
Another staple - a table
BOSTON, MA - JANUARY 9: A deck table serves as a "space saver" for a parking spot in East Sixth Street in South Boston on Jan. 9, 2018. Boston has enforced a 48-hour rule when it comes to space savers. The objects can only be used while a snow emergency is declared, and must be removed 48 hours after it has been lifted, but not all residents comply. (Photo by David L. Ryan/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)
You have to have a table to go with those chairs right?
Rack and Frame
This is definitely some kind of rack that was broken. And it's not cold enough, so let's bring out the fan. Also probably broken!
A Bucket
Because no one would just kick the bucket out of the way. Wouldn't be my choice. You need something that would be inconvenient to move.
Chair with a message
Well this sounds like a threat. "I wouldn't move these if I were you." And if the note isn't enough, the skeleton was added for dramatic effect.
A Christmas tree
BOSTON, MA - JANUARY 9: An orange cone and a Christmas tree serve as a "space saver" for a parking spot on O Street in South Boston on Jan. 9, 2018. Boston has enforced a 48-hour rule when it comes to space savers. The objects can only be used while a snow emergency is declared, and must be removed 48 hours after it has been lifted, but not all residents comply. (Photo by David L. Ryan/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)
Now there's the holiday spirit! Lol
Dashing through the snow!
BOSTON - MARCH 1: This reindeer appears ready to spring into action on E. Third Street near H Street. South Boston residents talk about their beloved space savers, on Sunday, March 1, 2015. Mayor Martin J. Walsh has declared that all must be gone Monday, or they will be removed. (Photo by Pat Greenhouse/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)
Not actually saving a space, but quite entertaining and in the holiday spirit!
Box of diapers and cat litter
BOSTON - DECEMBER 16: An empty box of diapers and a box of kitty liter are used as space savers to hold shoveled parking spots on Columbia Road in South Boston, Massachusetts on December 16, 2013 after the first snow storm of the season. (Photo by Jessica Rinaldi for The Boston Globe via Getty Images)
Triple threat
(Boston, MA 01/11/18) A dust pan, fan and bucket are all used as space savers on G Street in in South Boston on Thursday, January 11, 2018. Staff photo by Nicolaus Czarnecki (Photo by /MediaNews Group/Boston Herald via Getty Images)
A triple threat here! A dustpan, fan, and a bucket. This person is SERIOUS!
Laundry Basket
(Boston, MA, 02/12/14) No space savers were seen on Shawmut Ave. in the South End but there was some creative parking. Wednesday, February 12, 2014. Staff photo by John Wilcox. (Photo by John Wilcox/MediaNews Group/Boston Herald via Getty Images)
I don't know why I find this so funny. Maybe it's because they went the extra mile to turn it upside down! Lol
A stool
BOSTON, MA - JANUARY 9: A stool serves as a "space saver" for a parking spot on N Street in South Boston on Jan. 9, 2018. Boston has enforced a 48-hour rule when it comes to space savers. The objects can only be used while a snow emergency is declared, and must be removed 48 hours after it has been lifted, but not all residents comply. (Photo by David L. Ryan/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)
Functional, but basic. A stool.
A kid's 4-wheeler
BOSTON - FEBRUARY 27: Space savers including this one found on Columbia Road by Old Harbor Street in South Boston all must be moved next Monday in the city of Boston. (Photo by David L. Ryan/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)
There is a very unhappy child in someone's house!
Trash can
BOSTON - MARCH 1: After driving his car out of this spot on E. Sixth Street, Arnold Gatto rolls this can in its place. South Boston residents talk about their beloved space savers, on Sunday, March 1, 2015. Mayor Martin J. Walsh has declared that all must be gone Monday, or they will be removed. (Photo by Pat Greenhouse/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)
Vacuum cleaner
Looks like vacuum cleaners are a pretty popular (and expensive) space saver!
A bucket of snow
BOSTON - JANUARY 28: Space savers in the South End. (Photo by Sean Proctor for The Boston Globe via Getty Images)
Oh nice, a bucket of snow to save your space that you just shoveled out. Brilliant!
Turkeys???
Not sure they'll be able to get them to stay put.
A threatening sign
Now thems fighting words!
More threatening signs
And they put a smiley face at the end of the sign! Lol
A log
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A computer?
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Legos, a walker, and a shopping cart
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Talk about making a point!
An Ironing board
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