Signs Missouri is About to Get Hammered with a Brutal Winter

Modern weather technology can more often than not give you an idea when bad weather is coming, but there are other ways that have been passed down for generations. Many of these traditions mentioned signs you can watch for that will alert you that Missouri is about to get hammered with a brutal winter.

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I found some of these interesting signs shared by Farmer's Almanac, Tree 2 My Door and Tree Hugger. What I found interesting is they all agree that these are the signs to watch for that will be a harbinger of a harsh winter to come.

5. Woodpeckers sharing a tree

If you see two woodpeckers sharing a tree, that is a sign of bird desperation knowing that bad weather is soon to come (or so the legends say).

4. Thicker than normal corn husks

If the husk of corn in the fields is thicker than normal, that's a sure sign that you better make sure that your coat is thicker for the upcoming winter, too.

3. Geese flying south earlier than normal

I saw this the other day on my way home, so be warned. Geese that take to the skies and begin their southward trek earlier than normal could mean that they know something the rest of us don't.

2. Lots of foggy mornings in August and September

The old wives tales say that if you wake up to a lot of foggy mornings in August and September, that's a sign that the skies will soon be filled with snow and lots of it.

1. Squirrels gathering nuts early

Here are a couple of bonus ones: Spiders spinning bigger than normal webs and raccoons with bushier tails are also said to be warning signs that nature is preparing for the worst.

If you see squirrels going crazy gathering and burying nuts earlier than normal, brace yourself. Winter is likely to be nasty.

I can tell you that I've personally witnessed at least 3 of these signs already in Missouri. No, it's not science, but I'd be prepared for what could be a wild winter. The animals know.