Outdoor FunTools & Forecasts

fall weather report

Want to get the latest fall outlook? Here's where to find it, and how to make your own fall weather report.

lightning car

What do you do if lightning hits your car? Here's what you shouldn't touch, what can happen to your car & how to tell when a lightning storm is approaching.

asteroid impact

What's the chance of an asteroid impact here on Earth? Find out the odds, the objects that are threatening our planet, and how to track asteroids on your own!

The summer pool weather forecast looks good. But before you break out your swimsuit, see how to avoid pool water illness. You might think twice before diving into a swimming pool!

What's the difference between a microburst and a tornado? Both pack a strong punch, but they are 2 very different types of weather phenomena.

naming winter storms

Why does the Weather Channel name winter storms? It has caused a stir in the weather community. See why I think they should ditch the idea.

Hypercanes are the most severe hurricanes that could ever form. Just how high could the winds of such a mega hurricane be? The answer might blow your socks off.

Melting snow always poses hazards to you and your home. Here are 4 ways to get your roof gutters ready for snow melt.

weather clubs

Weather clubs are a great place to meet others who enjoy meteorology, learn about using home weather stations, find out more about recent weather topics & more.

As a weather geek, I set out to find basic info and facts on winter storms - so I could better understand what folks up North have to go through each winter.

Tracking the International Space Station is fun for young & old alike. These websites track the ISS overhead, so you'll know when it will be visible in your neck of the woods.

Want to know what the wind chill is outside? Or how close you are to lightning? These online weather calculators are FREE!

rainbow-blue-sky

Red will always be the outermost color on a rainbow & blue-to-violet will always be the innermost one. See why, plus facts about different types of rainbows.

starry night-gadget

Starry Night is a fun online tool that 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).

Enjoying the weather hobby is something that can last a lifetime... and be one of the most satisfying of all pastimes.

Here are 5 tips to help you install and use a home weather station, plus where to buy weather station equipment and replacement parts.

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!

check out these 5 great reasons why you should love rain!