Outdoor FunWeather 101

Weather 101: Helpful information about weather events that affect you. We help you understand and prepare for Mother Nature’s ever-changing weather patterns

When Does Summer End Officially? Here’s How Meteorologists Determine When Summer Ends

When does summer end? The calendar tells us one thing, but astronomy tells us something else. See how meteorologists officially determine the end of summer.

Ice Quakes & Other Mysterious Winter Weather Phenomena

Hearing loud booms outside? Probably an ice quake. Here's what you need to know about ice quakes & other things that can cause loud booms during the winter.

7 Facts About Chinook Winds & How They Affect Weather

Live in the Great Plains or Pacific Northwest? You know about Chinook winds! Chinooks occur on the lee side of a mountain & cause dramatically warmer weather.

What Causes Heat Lightning? Is It Dangerous & Can It Strike?

Is heat lightning real? Is there such a thing as heat lightning? See what heat lightning is, what causes it, and why you can't hear thunder from it.

Too Cold to Snow?

Can it really get too cold to snow? That age-old question is answered in this article by Weatherman Tim.

Heat Waves: Oppressive & Dangerous Periods Of Hot Weather

Heat waves are prolonged periods of excessive hot weather. A heat wave can bring record-breaking temperatures and heat-related injuries to scores of people.

It’s Not The Heat, It’s The Humidity: Dry Heat Explained

Do you know what a dry heat is and how it might affect your health? Here's exactly what dry heat is and how to protect yourself.

How The Weather Affects Your Mind And Body

The environment can affect our health in many ways. It only seems logical that pain, mood, and general well-being would all be affected by changes in the weather, as that is all part of the environment we live in.