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. Lots of cool winter weather science here!
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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 United States? The seasons are definitely NOT the same everywhere! It depends on where you live. See when spring starts, when summer starts, when fall starts, when winter starts this year.
What’s Up With All The Weird Weather Lately? 7 Strange Weather Phenomena Explained… See How & Why They Happen
Here are 7 weird weather events we’re hearing about lately — deadly heat, record rain, monster hurricanes, firenados, record snowfall, chemtrails, and weird clouds.
A Weather Enthusiast’s Best Tips For Finding Colorful Autumn Leaves Near You
Want the best chance of seeing colorful autumn leaves? Here are 4 fun, easy tips that help me find great fall foliage color every year!
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).
31 Deadly Weather Facts + A List Of The Most Dangerous Weather Events
The most dangerous weather events are lightning, tornadoes, winter storms, extreme heat & floods. These 31 deadly weather facts prove it! Protect yourself.
How The UV Index Scale Works & How To Use UV Index Reports To Avoid A Sunburn
One of the best tools to help you assess your risk of getting a sunburn is the UV index scale. I’ve come to learn that the UV index is just as important to pay attention to as any other part of the weather forecast on TV or online. But what, exactly, is the UV index scale […]
Ice Quakes, Ice Booms & Other Mysterious Winter Weather Phenomena… Should We Be Worried?
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.
What Is A Polar Vortex & Why All The Hype?
Why is there so much media buzz about the polar vortex? How is a polar vortex related to blizzards, nor’easters, and winter weather? What you need to know.
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!
What Is A Galileo Thermometer? How Do Galilean Thermometers Work?
See why a Galileo thermometer makes the perfect gift for any weather geek and learn more about how this unique invention works.
10 Exosphere Facts: The Transition Between The Atmosphere And Outer Space
As the outer layer of our atmosphere, the exosphere is a relatively mysterious place between the atmosphere and outer space. Find out how high up it is, how scientists tell where outer space really begins, and more fun facts.
What Are Sun Spots? (The Kinds The Sun Gets – Not Your Skin!)
Are you curious what sun spots are? Have you been curious on what you need to do to view them safely? The answers to these and your other burning sun spot questions can be found here.
Free Online Weather Calculators To Convert Weather Terms And Numbers Into Meaningful Information
Want to know what the wind chill is outside? Or how close you are to lightning? These online weather calculators are FREE! There are even some FUN ones in here — like the Crickets Chirping Calculator. Did you know that you can tell the temperature by entering the number of cricket chirps you hear, and the season? Simply plug in the numbers you know and these weather calculators do the rest to help you discover the information you need.
5 Tips On Using A Home Weather Station
Here are 5 tips to help you install and use a home weather station.
Like Meteorology? Become An Amateur Meteorologist
Anybody can study and enjoy meteorology. In fact, thousands of people are self-declared amateur meteorologists!
What Climate Change Is & How It Impacts You
Climate change is always a hot topic these days. Find out what climate change, global warming, and global cooling mean for you.
It’s Not The Heat, It’s The Humidity: What Dry Heat Is
Do you know what a dry heat is and how might affect your health? Here’s what dry heat is and how to protect yourself.
How Hot Is Lightning Temperature? The Answer May Shock You!
What is lightning temperature like? Try hotter than the sun!
Review Of A Davis Wireless Weather Station: The 6250 Vantage Vue
Let me share with you why I’m the very happy owner of a Davis Wireless Weather Station…
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.
Spring 2010 Sprang With Near-Record Temperatures & Warmth
Near-record and record temperatures sprang up across much of the nation during spring 2010.
10 Record Temperatures: Cold Record Low’s & Hot Record High’s
Record temperatures are usually either hot or cold. Here are 10 record temperatures from both sides of the thermometer.
Iceland’s Volcano May Affect Global Climate — Just Like Mount Pinatubo Did
The eruption of Iceland’s Eyjafjallajokull may affect the global climate. If it does, it wouldn’t be the first time a volcano contributed to climate change. The 1991 eruption of Mount Pinatubo actually helped to lower temperatures!
Why Sea Surface Temperatures (SSTs) Are So Important
Sea Surface Temperatures (SSTs) are an extremely important factor in what drives the weather affecting you throughout the year.
World Climate Change Is Altering Many Well-Known Tourist Hot Spots
World climate change means the many of the beautiful places we know and love are changing. Now’s your chance to see some of the 100 places Newsweek magazine thinks may soon look and feel different… or disappear altogether.
Dramatic Climate Change Pictures Show A Glacier Melting In Montana
There are some more dramatic climate change pictures — check out what’s melting in Glacier National Park in Montana…
Weather Street: View The 3-Day Temperature Forecast All Across The U.S.
Getting a good temperature forecast is easy with this great online weather tool…
How Hot Is The Sun? 5 Fun Sun Facts You’re Burning To Know
Here are 5 fun sun facts that will heat up your interest in the star that keeps us warm from afar.
Warm Enough Yet? Tips On What’s Good Swimming Weather
What’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!
Make Your Own Forecasts With A Weather Model
A weather model is one of the most important tools in making a weather forecast. Now you can make your own weather forecasts using weather models from the National Weather Service!
Animals That Are Suffering Most From The Effects Of Climate Changes
Climate changes are occurring rapidly in many parts of the world, causing significant impacts to the homes and well-being of many types of animals. Now, there is a list of 10 animals scientists are monitoring especially closely as the climate change continues.
Anafronts & Katafronts: 2 Very Different Types Of Cold Fronts
Cold fronts always bring cooler weather, but they don’t always bring storms and clouds. Find out which type of cold fronts bring the rain and snow and what types of cold fronts leave you high and dry.
Snowicane, Snowpocalypse & Snowmageddon: Media Hype For A Big Snow Blizzard
Snowicane, snowpocalypse, and snowmageddon are all words to describe the big snow blizzard that struck the United States. Perhaps those words are nothing more than hype, but one thing’s for sure: more snow storms are a sign of global warming
NASA Weather Device Is Also Tracking Greenhouse Gases
NASA’s Atmospheric Infrared Sounder is a device that is able to measure greenhouse gases, giving us more information on the agents that many scientists believe is a key aspect of global warming.
Fair Weather Cumulus Clouds – What Are They & What Do They Mean?
Fair weather cumulus clouds are the type of cloud which forms when the weather is stable and good. These puffy white clouds usually mean its safe to go out and enjoy the outdoors without the risk of bad weather coming our way… at least for now!
Weather Warning: Scientists Think Sudden Ice Age Could Be Triggered By Effects Of Global Warming!
Believe it or not, the effects of global warming could actually cause the next ice age. And it may be sooner than originally thought, according to scientists.
When Is The Next Ice Age Going To Happen?
Some scientists believe that another Ice Age will happen again someday in the future. However, miniature ice ages — or short periods of cooling — can occur due to natural events like volcanoes.
Cold Fronts – Facts About The Winds, Temperatures & Weather Changes Due To A Cold Front
A cold front is a boundary area between warm air and cooler air. See how the wind changes, temperature changes, and weather changes overall during a cold front.
Arctic News & Global Warming Updates: Arctic Melting Continues
The NOAA reports the Arctic ice cap continues to see melting, rising temperatures, and a thawing future. How does this affect the public’s outlook on global warming?
Old Ship Logs Reveal Past Climate And Weather
Old ship logs give us a glimpse of our climate’s past. Of course, any look back at the changes our world climate has undergone over hundreds of years is going to spark a debate about global warming.
Weather Widgets And Other Fun Tools For Your Blog
Following are some fun website tools to enhance your blog with weather trackers, weather widgets, and other weather gadgets. Want to show the local forecast on your blog? You’ll want one of these! Want to customize it too? Check here first.
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.
Global Warming: The Untold Story
Climate Change is happening, but is it our fault? A recent conference in New York City sought to answer that question. But, the conference was largely ignored by the major media outlets. Why?
Flying Through The Clouds: Skew-T Charts And Soundings Explained
It’s one thing to look up at the lcouds from the ground. It’s another to know how high those clouds are and how many layers of clouds are up there. You can figure that out with a quick glance at a cool weather chart called a SkewT.
Let it #[email protected]$% Snow!
Perspective is a funny thing! The ‘beauty’ of snow if very much a matter of perspective, and here’s a funny story highlighting that fact…
Weather Maps: Understanding Weather Symbols
Ever wonder what all of those numbers and symbols on weather maps mean? Here’s what you need to know and how to read a weather map…
Global Warming: Real or not?
Keep track of the latest articles, books and websites about Climate Change.
Too Cold to Snow?
Can it really get too cold to snow? That age-old question is answered in this article by Weatherman Tim.
Final Super Bowl Prediction
Here’s my Super Bowl prediction! It’s highly scientific and has been proven to be accurate 50% of the time!
