Almanacs are annual publications that contain a variety of information such as weather forecasts, astronomical data, calendars, and useful facts. They were commonly used in the past to provide practical knowledge for everyday life.
Related terms
Ephemeris: A table or chart that shows the positions of celestial objects at specific times. It is often included in almanacs to assist astronomers and navigators.
Farmers' Almanac: A specific type of almanac that focuses on providing agricultural information, including planting charts and lunar cycles.
Old Moore's Almanack: One of the oldest continuously published almanacs in the world, known for its astrological predictions and advice.