Weather is an integral part of our lives. We hope for a sunny, pleasant day for the perfect hike or picnic;a rainy day for staying cozy indoors and enjoying a relaxing read or movie;or a snowy day for the chance to build the biggest or most creative snowperson. In addition, we are fascinated by Mother Nature’s potential fury and diligently keep an eye on her moods to keep ourselves and our loved ones safe. With such a close connection between us and the weather, it’s natural for us to be curious about its whys and hows as well as fascinated by its beauty and power. Brought to you by The Old Farmer’s Almanac, America’s favorite weather specialists, this striking calendar showcases weather wonders from around the world, including . . . Rime ice covering trees near Germany’s Bavarian Alps A vibrant aurora borealis flickering above Iceland Giraffes weathering a dust storm in Kenya Jagged lightning striking power lines in Italy Sun-scorched trees dotting a parched landscape in Namibia A dou