Phil predicts 6 more weeks of winter

Phil, bottom right, being held by his handler and members of Punxsutawney Phil “inner circle”.

Gobbler’s Knob, PA — One of the most famous meteorologists, Puxatawny Phil, made his way out today and made his prediction in front of a virtual crowd this year.  Phil emerged from his hole at 7:25 am on Groundhog’s Day under snowy conditions.  His official weather forecast for 2021 is that there will be 6 more weeks of winter.

Shortly after this year’s prediction was revealed, one of the members of the inner circle shared a message saying Phil had told him earlier in the day, “After winter, you’re looking forward to one of the most beautiful and brightest springs you’ve ever seen.”

If you missed it, you can view the entire hour-long ceremony here.