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Backyard Almanac

Backyard Almanac: Nature’s Weekly Rhythms with Larry WeberEvery Friday morning at 8:20am, Backyard Almanac brings you the latest observations on the changing seasons, wildlife activity, and natural phenomena of Northern Minnesota. Hosted by Luke Moravec and featuring naturalist Larry Weber, this segment explores the rhythms of nature—from migrating birds to blooming wildflowers, shifting weather patterns to the quiet transformations happening all around us.Backyard Almanac – Fridays at 8:20am – Only on The North 103.3FM.

Backyard Almanac: May Be Cold

The North 103.3 | By Luke Moravec

Published May 11, 2026 at 5:29 AM CDT

Wide shot of about 10 painted turtles on a log in a body of water with many dead trunks rising from the water

It's not just you. May has been on the chilly side. According to Larry Weber's findings, May is averaging 6 degrees cooler than normal so far this year. Maybe keep those jackets out just a bit longer.

Among all of the budding trees and migrating birds, there are also some reptiles making the most of the season. Painted turtles are lining up to bask on logs, snapping turtles are moseying about, and don't be surprised if you see a Garder snake along the trails.

You can hear Backyard Almanac every Friday at 8:20am on Northland Morning.