Reading the Sky: Old Weather Signs That Still Help

Long before weather apps, folks planned their days by the sky. Some of those old signs still hold up well alongside the forecast.

Red sky at night

A red evening sky often means dry air moving in from the west.

Halo around the moon

A ring around the moon can point to rain or snow within a day or two.

Building clouds by noon

Tall, puffy clouds growing fast in the afternoon can bring storms.

Falling pressure

If your knees ache and the barometer drops, weather is likely changing.

Check the forecast too

Use the old signs as a nudge to check the official forecast before big plans.