Fun Weather Stuff - The Fun Times Guide to Weather

Should We Be Naming Winter Storms? Why One Weather Watcher Thinks The Idea Is On Thin Ice

There's been a flurry of attention lately about the move The Weather Channel has made on naming winter storms. The network, which has been on the air since 1982, has stood behind the move that has been getting frosty reviews by many. While as a Floridian I live in a state that is lucky if it sees a dusting of flurries once every couple of years, I am no stranger to the idea of naming storms. Do the names Andrew, Charley, or Donna ring a bell, anyone? Of course, here in Florida, we get … [Read more...]

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Weather Clubs and Activities are Fun for All

Weather clubs are a great venue for enjoying your love of meteorology and sharing your passion of the science with other people with similar interests. If you’re a weather bug like me, you’ve probably thought about the idea of joining a weather club but aren’t sure where they are, how to join, or what they are like. Of course, as is the case with virtually any type of club, weather clubs differ in terms of size, scope, and how often they convene. Many Online Weather Clubs … [Read more...]

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Tracking the ISS (International Space Station) from Your Computer and in the Night Sky

Tracking the ISS (International Space Station) is a fun activity that many backyard sky gazers will enjoy when the night sky is clear of clouds and the trajectory of the space station in your part of the world is just right. The ISS, which is a multi-national, modular space station that was planned and built over the course of several years during the 1990s and 2000s, orbits around Earth about 15 times per day. The orbiting ISS can be easily seen from ground as a bright, white dot slowly … [Read more...]

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Starry Night: A Free Tool To Identify Stars & Planets In The Night Sky Above You

My friend Andy is an astrology buff. I am not. That's why I love it when he reminds Jim and I of the best nights that we can see the coolest things in the skies above. (You know like meteor showers projected for our area, eclipses, etc). I thought I'd share with you one of the coolest tools that Andy found. It's called Starry Night. It explains exactly which stars and planets are appearing right now above your house (or hotel, or boat, or camping tent... or wherever you might be). In … [Read more...]

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The Weather Hobby: Enjoying Weather As A Pastime

Did you know that simply looking up and being curious or observant of the clouds, the rain, the wind, and the weather going on around you is a hobby? Being a weather watcher has been a pursuit for ages. While some take on weather as a formal career (by becoming meteorologists), many others simply enjoy the weather as a pastime. I've been a devout weather bug since I can remember. While I didn't parlay my love of weather into a career in meteorology (at least, not yet!), I have taken my … [Read more...]

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Check Out Our Fun Weather Facebook & Twitter Pages!

Find interesting weather facts, safety tips & info about how the weather affects us on a daily basis. Plus, lots of seasonal ideas and fun things to do outdoors on our fun weather Facebook and Twitter pages: Follow @FunWeather on Twitter "Like" our Fun Weather Facebook Page The Fun Times Guide to Weather on Facebook … [Read more...]

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5 Reasons We Should Like Rain

Rain, rain, go away...Right?Well, maybe not!There are many benefits that rain provides us -- in fact, we're going to look at 5 reasons we all should welcome rain! … [Read more...]

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Fun With Snow Crystals, Snowflakes & Falling Snow

Winter brings cold temperatures, ice, and -- yes -- lots of snow to most people living in the United States. So what do you do with all the white stuff cold weather sends your way? Have fun with it! Let's look at the many ways you can have fun with snow crystals. Find Pure Delight With Snow Crystals! If you're faced with having to shovel 3 feet of snow off your driveway, you're probably laughing at the idea that one can have much fun with snow. Of course, ridding the … [Read more...]

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Tell The Kids! NORAD Tracks Santa On Christmas Eve

Did you know that NORAD (North American Aerospace Defense Command) tracks Santa Claus on Christmas Eve! Yes, dear old Saint Nick has been tracked on NORAD's radar screens ever since the 1950s... and the story behind NORAD's tracking of Santa Claus will captivate the heart! Let's find out more about why NORAD tracks Santa and what else this vital agency does to protect our nation and even help in producing weather forecasts. Why NORAD Tracks Santa The historic timeline of … [Read more...]

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See Those Autumn Colors: Vacation Ideas For Fall Destinations

Autumn weather brings changing fall colors. And with fall colors come terrific opportunities to plan vacations around the beautiful symphony of foliage hues which vibrantly show off reds, oranges, yellows, and purples in many areas around the country. If you're planning to go on a fall color tour or are thinking about taking a vacation this autumn, be sure to find out more about some spectacular fall destinations that'll be sure to provide you a lifetime of memories. … [Read more...]

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