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

Why Is Florida So Hot All Year Round? And… Is Florida Getting Hotter Every Year?

Why is Florida SO hot? Is it getting even hotter? Here's WHY Florida is hot ... from a meteorologist's viewpoint, based on the weather and climate.

How Can It Snow Above 32 Degrees? The Relationship Between Snow And Temperature Explained

Did you know it can snow when it's above freezing outside? See why this happens, the highest temperature for snow, and the temperature at which snow melts.

What Is A Derecho Storm? How Is It Different From A ‘Regular’ Wind Storm Or Tornado?

A derecho storm is similar to a tornado -- just as damaging, powerful, and deadly. Now see what makes a derecho wind storm different from a tornado!

When Do The 4 Weather Seasons Begin And End? (See What Winter, Spring, Summer & Fall Are REALLY Like All Across The USA!)

Have you noticed how different the 4 weather seasons are across the US? See when spring starts, when summer starts, when fall starts, when winter starts this year.

The Official Snow Squall Definition, Ways A Snow Squall Will Affect You, And How To Prepare For A Snow Squall In Your Area

A snow squall is a short but intense snow storm with whiteout conditions that happens quickly. Here's how to prepare for a snow squall in your area.

Partly Cloudy vs. Partly Sunny: What’s the Real Difference?

Ever wonder about partly cloudy vs partly sunny? Learn the real difference and what these common weather forecast terms actually mean for your day.

How The Heat Index Works & How To Make Sense Of Dew Point And Relative Humidity Numbers

See how to interpret dew point & relative humidity numbers that you see on weather reports. Here's how they relate to the heat index (the "feels like" temp)

Remember Global Cooling? See Why Global Warming Scientists Now Refute That Theory

Years ago, many climate scientists talked about global cooling, yet today they discuss global warming. Here's some of the science behind the climate debate.

El Nino Weather Facts: How El Nino Affects Us & Why We Should Care

Find out how and why El Nino forms, what it means for our climate, the type of weather it brings, and how it affects us in ways you might not even realize.

Thundersnow (a.k.a. Snow Lightning & Thunder) – When, Where & Why Does It Happen?

Have you ever seen & heard lightning and thunder during a snowstorm? That's thundersnow! See how thundersnow storms are different from regular thunderstorms

The 10 Main Types of Clouds: How to Identify Them by Altitude

Learn to identify the 10 main types of clouds with our simple guide and cloud identification chart. See examples of high, middle, and low clouds.

How The UV Index Scale Works & How To Use UV Index Reports To Avoid A Sunburn

Here's what you need to know about the numbers on the UV index scale and why the UV index matters in your day to day life.

Where Is Tornado Alley? Here’s What You Need To Know (New Tornado Alley Maps)

Where is Tornado Alley? What about Dixie Alley, Hoosier Alley and Carolina Alley? Here's an updated Tornado Alley map plus Tornado Alley facts & safety tips

You Want Tornado Facts? Here Are 20 Interesting Things About Tornadoes I Bet You Didn’t Know

What color are tornadoes? What makes the tornado noise that sounds like a freight train? Does it really rain frogs during tornadoes? Tornado facts to answer all your tornado questions.

What Is Lake Effect Snow & How Does It Form?

Wondering how and why lake effect snow forms? Here are the answers you've been looking for, plus some fun lake effect snow trivia.

5 Weather Science Facts Many People Get Wrong – Do You?

Many people don't really know what causes the seasons or what the brightest star in the sky is. These science facts may astound you!

4 Sizzling Facts About Summer Weather That May Surprise You!

Ever wonder where the phrase 'dog days of summer' comes from? Or when the first day of summer is? Here are 4 fun summer weather facts that may surprise you!

Alberta Clipper Snow Storms: What You Need To Know About Alberta Clippers In The Winter

Alberta clipper snow storms are fast-moving weather systems. See how Alberta clippers got their name, how they form, and how they affect winter weather.

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