13 Signs That a Hard Winter Could Be on the Way for Minnesota

Once Labor Day is over it's like all of Minnesota is bracing to see what happens next. When will we get our first frost? When will the first snowflakes fall? How bad is it going to be this winter?

We're in the 'waiting for winter' phase of the year. The Old Farmer's Almanac and the Farmer's Almanac are both out with their predictions, but they're not always the most accurate.

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However, Mother Nature can sometimes provide us with some clues as to how harsh our winter could be in the Land of 10,000 Lakes.

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Signs of a Bad Winter

Nature is pretty amazing! While, yes there is one sign that's based on folklore on this list, the rest of them can be true signs a harsh winter may be on the way.

Watch the ants and keep an eye on your corn husks...