Need to convert degrees from Fahrenheit temperature to Celcius -- or vice versa? Are you looking for the Kelvin temperature? Wonder what the wind chill is outside? Or how close you are to lightning? The following online weather calculators are FREE! There are even some fun weather calculators in here -- like the Crickets Chirping Calculator. Did you know that you can tell the temperature by entering the number of cricket chirps you hear, and the season? Simply plug in the … [Read more...]
Using a home weather station can be fun and educational. For those in agriculture, boating, and aviation, using a home weather station can be a vital part of day-to-day life. Whether you're reporting observations to local weather clubs or just keeping track of weather patterns for your own recreation, a home weather station is an important and informational tool to have on hand. Let's look at some tips to help you get the most out of using a home weather station. Using A Home … [Read more...]
When meteorologists and weather bugs measure the wind, they use an anemometer. An anemometer is a device that can very accurately gauge how quickly the wind is moving. Anemometers come in various shapes and sizes, but in most cases they are comprised of 3 or 4 small cups attached sideways to a carousel that spins with the wind. The cups catch the wind as it passes by, and sensors in the anemometer detect the wind speed based on how many revolutions or how quickly the cups make. Some … [Read more...]
With hurricane season lasting from summer through fall (June 1 through November 30), hurrricane tracking is a constant activity for many of us this time of year. All eyes are on the Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, and Caribbean. Thankfully, finding an online hurricane tracker is easy, so you can track storms through the entire hurricane season. Check out these great hurricane tracking web sites the next time there's a storm brewing: My Fox Hurricane Tracking National Hurricane Center … [Read more...]
Curious what the air quality index is today near you? Find out the latest info about the Air Quality Index maps with the government-affiliated AirNow. AirNow gives updates on how healthy the air is and even has health info for areas affected by the BP oil spill. Why's air quality so important? Dirty air can be hazardous to your health. Check out this Guide To Air Quality And Your Health. Along with aggravating certain allergies, poor air quality can bring on all types of … [Read more...]
When you watch your local weather forecast and hear the weather person say 'there's a 40 percent chance of rain,' you may find yourself wondering what, precisely, that chance of rain is referring to. Does a chance of rain refer to... How much rain will fall? How many clouds are dark? How much of your local area will see rain? The chance that it'll rain versus the chance it won't rain? Let's look at exactly what it means when the forecaster says there's a chance of rain near … [Read more...]
I'm a weather bug... I simply love watching, tracking, and keeping up with the weather.So when a person like me wants the most up-to-date info on the weather going on in my backyard, I turn to buying my own weather station.My only question was 'which weather station do I buy?' There are so many weather stations on the market, I almost didn't know which one was the best, most reliable, and the most valuable for the money.So let me tell you why I eventually chose a Davis Wireless weather … [Read more...]
A solar eclipse is about to block the sunlight... for a little while anyway. On July 11, 2010, those living in northern New Zealand, the Cook Islands, the Society Islands, French Polynesia, and Easter Island will be able to see a solar eclipse lasting 3 to 4 minutes. Solar eclipses happen when the moon blocks out the light from the sun. The moon has to get directly in front off the sun to block out the sunlight and create a full or nearly full solar eclipse. Always be careful when viewing a … [Read more...]
Lightning is dangerous, injuring and even killing people every year. One way that you can stay safe when you're outdoors and lightning is approaching is to keep a lightning detector on your person at all times. They're small and lightweight enough that they're simple to carry around. Most fit right in the palm of your hand! The best part about lightning detectors is the fact that they can let you know when lightning is within 5, 10, even 40 miles of where you are! If you're a golfer, beach … [Read more...]
Measuring distance in the sky is a nifty trick that can help you determine the size or length of objects in the sky. You can use distance measuring in the sky to: Find sun dogs Estimate how much sunlight is left before sunset Locate stars and constellations Look for weather or astronomical phenomenon based on degrees given … [Read more...]
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