The idea that an abundance of pine cones signals a harsh winter is a popular folk belief, but it's not scientifically proven. Pine trees may produce more cones in response to environmental stresses, such as drought or disease, rather than as a direct indicator of winter severity. While there is some correlation between mast years (years with high cone production) and certain weather patterns, it's not reliable enough to predict winter conditions. Factors like temperature, moisture, and species-specific behavior play a more critical role in determining the severity of winter.
winter is coming
People who believe woolly worms can predict the weather think that a narrow red-brown band means a harsh winter. The wider the red-brown band is, the milder the coming winter is supposed to be.
a Texas winter and a New York winter :D
They spent the harsh winter in Valley Forge.
harsh winter is really cold whilst normal weather is somehow cold and hot.
battle of the bulge
the steppes would be harsh in the winter
Harsh, deadly.
Harsh
The harsh winter graph typically shows lower average temperatures and increased frequency of extreme cold events compared to the normal winter graph, which reflects more moderate temperatures and typical seasonal variability. Additionally, precipitation levels may be higher in the harsh winter graph, indicating more snowfall or ice events. The overall distribution of temperature extremes is more pronounced in the harsh winter scenario, with fewer days in the mild temperature range.
Russia during the winter of 1941 and 1942.
The winter was very harsh and many german soldiers died. Food and water supplys were rationed and so was fuel. Russia and other countrys were prepared for this harsh winter but germany wasn't.