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Frigid Weather Sends Shivers Down to the Gulf

Extreme cold paired with their wind chill values will shiver much of the nation.

Heavy Rain Returns to Deluge Pacific Northwest

Another atmospheric river will hit the Pacific Northwest with heavy rain and high winds.

Today's Weather Outlook

It will be cold in the Eastern U.S. and wet in the Pacific Northwest as the workweek begins.

How To Measure Snow

There are a couple of different measurements for recording the amount of snow that has fallen from a recent snowstorm. Read on to find out about the different measurements, and how you can take your own snowfall measurements.

Weekly Drought Map for December 11, 2025

Hit-or-Miss Precipitation Leads to Mixed Drought Results

Soggy, active weather occurred in the drought-stricken areas of the South and Southeast.

A strong cold-air-damming event from March 20, 2018.

Cold Air Damming - Cause And Effects

What is cold air damming, where does it form, and why can it be so hard to forecast?

Hit-or-Miss Precipitation Leads to Mixed Drought Results

Soggy, active weather occurred in the drought-stricken areas of the South and Southeast.

Cold Air Damming - Cause And Effects

What is cold air damming, where does it form, and why can it be so hard to forecast?

Winter Precipitation

Let’s look at how each type of precipitation forms and what can be expected.

People skating on a frozen pond on a clear day. (Image by Q K from Pixabay)

Safety Tips For Icy Surfaces

Here are ways to stay safe when participating in winter activities on frozen lakes.

Flu Update Valid For Week Ending December 6, 2025

Weekly Flu Update: Flu Exceeds Annual Baseline

The flu continues to rise as we work our way through December.

You're Caught in a Winter Storm: What Now?

Being caught in a winter storm can be a challenging and potentially dangerous situation.

Image courtesy of Michael Jarmoluk from Pixabay.com

What is Lake-Effect Snow?

Lake-effect snow is a cold season meteorological phenomenon that occurs in certain areas of the world near very large bodies of water, most famously downwind of the Great Lakes in North America.

You're Caught in a Winter Storm: What Now?

Being caught in a winter storm can be a challenging and potentially dangerous situation.

What is Lake-Effect Snow?

Lake-effect snow is a cold season meteorological phenomenon that occurs in certain areas of the world near very large bodies of water, most famously downwind of the Great Lakes in North America.