In brief
On February 2, 2026, Punxsutawney Phil, the famous weather-predicting groundhog, made his appearance in the Pennsylvania town of Punxsutawney. This tradition dates back to the late 1880s, with Phil's shadow determining the forecast. With an accuracy rate of about 35% over the last two decades, anticipation and excitement filled the air as crowds gathered for this beloved event.
Every February 2 since the late 1880s, people have gathered in the Pennsylvanian town of Punxsutawney to watch a groundhog be pulled out of his burrow and presented to the crowd. Legend has it that if Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow, there will be six more weeks of winter; if not, spring is around the corner.
According to the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Punxsutawney Phil's forecasts have an accuracy rate of about 35% over the past 20 years.
