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A lot of folks seem confused by when the last day of summer really happens. The calendar tells us one thing, but astronomy tells us something else. See how meteorologists officially determine the beginning and end of summer.
Read moreIn this review, I'm comparing the SA1 Sainlogic weather station with the Davis Vantage Vue weather station. The SA1 is great for amateur weather watchers and gardeners who like to keep their eye on the weather and receive home weather reports!
Read moreWhat's perfect swimming weather? Check out what most people consider comfortable air temperatures and water temperatures for swimming -- then break out your goggles and snorkel and dive in!
Read moreHearing 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.
Read moreLive 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.
Read moreRoad ice is dangerous not just during the winter but all year long! Here's how to drive on ice in 5 scenarios: snow, sleet, black ice, hail, and manmade ice.
Read moreIs 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 heat lightning storms.
Read moreLightning kills 55% more Americans than tornadoes -- which come in at a 41% death rate for Americans. That's pretty high, so it's important to take electrical storms very seriously. Here are the simplest tips you should keep in mind during lightning or an electrical storm.
Read moreA snow house is made very similar to an igloo, except it is rectangular and doesn't include a roof. Last year, we made 2 snow houses which became castles and forts that all of the kids in the neighborhood enjoyed playing in.
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