Beans in a Jar Predict Winter Snow | Winston–Salem News

In the High Country, a quirky August tradition called “Beans in a Jar” lets locals predict winter snowfall by tracking morning fog—thick fog gets a big bean or quarter, light fog gets a small bean or penny. Counting at month’s end reveals your local snow forecast, with surprising accuracy for those who stick to it. Passed down through generations, this Appalachian ritual thrives in remote mountain towns and reminds us of how deeply people once connected with nature—and how simple traditions can still hold magic. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5e11d77c353cf25a