what did phil predict 2026

Punxsutawney Phil predicted six more weeks of winter for 2026.

What Phil “said” in 2026

On Groundhog Day 2026 (February 2), Phil emerged at Gobbler’s Knob in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, saw his shadow, and—according to tradition—forecast an extended winter rather than an early spring.

This means the folklore interpretation is that colder weather and winter‑like conditions should continue through at least mid‑March.

Context and accuracy

• Records show Phil has predicted more winter about 109–110 times and an early spring only around 21–28 times since record‑keeping began.

• Overall, meteorologists and climatology sites estimate his forecasts are roughly around 39–40% accurate , so his 2026 call is treated more as a fun tradition than a reliable forecast.

If you meant a different “Phil” (e.g., a psychic, economist, or sports analyst), say which one and the answer can be narrowed to that specific person’s 2026 predictions.