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Forecasting Weather

Check out that anvil cloud off in the distance behind me. Anvil clouds can become thunderheads and often cause stormy weather.

What does it mean when you see an anvil shaped cloud in the sky? Everything you want to know about anvil cloud formation & what these thunderheads mean.

Have you ever seen a sun halo? They're actually quite rare. See what causes a sun halo, the shapes that sun halos take on, and what a sun halo really means.

The jet stream is one of the most key elements in determining our weather. Find out how the jet stream works, where it's found in the atmosphere, and some of the very important roles it plays in driving our weather.

Everything you need to plan a Northern Lights trip - where to see Aurora Borealis in the US, best time of year & time of day to see the Northern Lights, and best apps & sites to stay up-to-date with the Aurora Borealis lights near you.

Wondering... is it going to rain today? And if so... what time is it going to rain today? Here's the answer, based on where you are. Best rain forecast sites & smartphone apps.

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Anybody can study and enjoy meteorology. In fact, thousands of people are self-declared amateur meteorologists!

Fun DIY Halloween costume ideas for a weatherman (or a weatherman wannabee). Simple Weather costume ideas for kids & adults with photos & tutorials to make weather costumes yourself.

Don't gamble on the weather! Weather insurance protects you from delays & cancellations due to rain, snow, temps, wind, event cancellations & travel delays.

What's the difference between partly cloudy and mostly sunny? Mostly cloudy vs. partly sunny? See official definitions for all forms of cloud coverage in the sky, according to the National Weather Service.