Old Farmer's Almanac predicts cooler than average 2024 fall season for Ohio

That apple-picking trip or visit to the cider mill could be a little cooler than usual for Ohioans this fall, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.

The publication, which released its annual fall forecast, is predicting below-average temperatures for the state.

Meanwhile, most of the country is predicted to see above-average temperatures, including the Pacific Northwest, Texas and Alaska.

Most Ohioans can expect to see above-average precipitation this fall, the almanac predicts, with the exception of Northwest Ohio, which can expect below-average precipitation.

The Old Farmer's Almanac, which began in 1792, has made a name for itself by providing long-term weather forecasts on an annual basis.

What's the average fall temperature in Ohio?

Here's what a typical fall season looks like in the region, according to the National Weather Service:

• September: 67.2 degrees
• October: 55 degrees
• November: 43.6 degrees
• December: 34.5 degrees

Areas the Almanac predicts warmer than average fall temperatures

Here are the regions that are expected to see warmer than average temperatures this fall, according to the Almanac:

• The Heartland
• Pacific Northwest and Intermountain
• Texas-Oklahoma and High Plains
• Pacific Southwest and Desert Southwest
• Alaska
• Hawaii

Is the Old Farmer's Almanac accurate?

The Old Farmer's Almanac boasts an average accuracy of about 80% for its weather reports . But many weather experts disagree with the predictions, saying the Almanac's weather reports may be no better than chance.

The USA Today Network contributed to this report.

This article originally appeared on Detroit Free Press: Old Farmer's Almanac predicts cooler than average 2024 fall season for Ohio