How many days till Groundhog Day?
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How many days till Groundhog Day?
A summary
Groundhog Day is celebrated on February 2 in the US and Canada. On this holiday, a groundhog (woodchuck, a rodent (marmot) that can grow up to 50 centimeters long) is awakened from its hibernation. When he next sees his own shadow, he disappears back into his cave to continue his hibernation. The winter then lasts another six weeks, because: for as the sun shines on Candlemas Day, so far will the snow swirl until May.
By the way, no connection between a groundhog seeing its shadow and the upcoming arrival time of spring-like weather has been found in real life.
Date and days to Groundhog Day
The calendar date and days to go until Groundhog Day are as follows:
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How many days till Groundhog Day?There are 123 days till Groundhog Day. |
What weekday is Groundhog Day?Groundhog Day is on a Friday, on February 2, 2024. |
When is Groundhog Day?Groundhog Day is on February 2, 2024. |
What is Groundhog Day?
Groundhog Day is a North American tradition celebrated on February 2nd each year. It is most closely associated with Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, where a groundhog named Punxsutawney Phil is said to predict the arrival of spring. According to folklore, if the groundhog emerges from its burrow on this day and sees its shadow due to clear weather, it will become frightened and return to its burrow, indicating that there will be six more weeks of winter. If it doesn’t see its shadow due to cloudy conditions, it will remain outside, suggesting an early spring.
Where does Groundhog Day tradition come from?
The tradition has its roots in European weather folklore, particularly in Germany, where it is believed that a badger or a bear would predict the weather on Candlemas, a Christian holiday celebrated on February 2nd. When German immigrants settled in Pennsylvania, they brought this tradition with them but substituted the groundhog for the badger or bear due to its prevalence in North America.
Who is the Groundhog?
Punxsutawney Phil is the most famous of the groundhogs involved in this tradition, and his prediction is made during a ceremony in Punxsutawney, drawing large crowds and media attention. However, there are other groundhogs in various regions of North America that make similar predictions.
Is Groundhog Day scientifically evidenced?
It’s important to note that Groundhog Day’s weather predictions are not based on scientific evidence and are considered more of a fun and quirky cultural tradition than a reliable meteorological forecast. Regardless, it has become a beloved and lighthearted event celebrated by many communities across North America.
Frequently asked questions about Groundhog Day
How many days till Groundhog Day and what date?
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How many days till Groundhog Day?There are 123 days till Groundhog Day. |
What weekday is Groundhog Day?Groundhog Day is on a Friday, on February 2, 2024. |
When is Groundhog Day?Groundhog Day is on February 2, 2024. |
When is Groundhog Day?
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Groundhog Day is on a Friday, on February 2, 2024. |
How many days till Groundhog Day?
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There are 123 days till Groundhog Day. |
Groundhog Day: Why the winter lasts another six weeks?
Groundhog Day is it true?
What date is Groundhog Day?
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Groundhog Day is on a Friday, on February 2, 2024. |
What is Groundhog Day?
More information about Groundhog Day can be found here.
All days and dates are based on Eastern Time Zone (UTC-5)
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