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Rain And Snow Totals Through Tonight

Atmospheric River Impacts Northwest into Northern California

A plume of consistent moisture will pummel the Pacific Northwest and Northern California today and later this weekend bringing heavier rain and mountain snow to these regions.

Forecast Wind Gusts For Today

Storm Pummels Eastern U.S.

A strong disturbance will sweep across the eastern U.S. today bringing various impacts including rain and thunderstorms, snow and even strong wind gusts.

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White Christmas? What Are The Odds

If you’re looking for a White Christmas, head to the mountains.

Today's Weather Outlook

Today's Weather Outlook

East and West Coasts will primarily be wet, rainy, and cold, while the Gulf Coast enjoys high pressure aloft and dry weather.

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Friday's Weather Outlook

Weekend Weather Preview

Multiple weather systems impact the U.S. this weekend, allowing wet conditions to dry up for some and persist for others.

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.

Friday's Weather Outlook

Weekend Weather Preview

Multiple weather systems impact the U.S. this weekend, allowing wet conditions to dry up for some and persist for others.

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.

Weekly Drought Map for December 18, 2025

Highly Variable Weather Pattern Creates Mixed Results to Drought Depiction

The weather pattern was highly variable across the U.S. this week, leading to mixed results.

How to Measure Snow via NWS

How To Measure Snow

There are a couple of different measurements for recording the amount of snow that has fallen.

A person standing in a snowy forest with their back to the camera. They are bundled up in a white hat and a brown jacket. (Image by StockSnap from Pixabay)

Common Cold Weather Illnesses

Here are some of the most common cold weather related illnesses and their symptoms.

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All About Winter Precipitation

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

California was affected by a historic drought from 2011-2016. When faced with a water shortage, agricultural land in California’s Central Valley that remains unplanted, or “fallow,” tends to increase markedly because farmers are unable to fully irrigate their crops. (NASA Goddard Photo and Video)

Weather vs. Climate: What Is The Difference?

While weather and climate are both changes in the atmosphere, the difference between them is a measure of time

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All About Winter Precipitation

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

California was affected by a historic drought from 2011-2016. When faced with a water shortage, agricultural land in California’s Central Valley that remains unplanted, or “fallow,” tends to increase markedly because farmers are unable to fully irrigate their crops. (NASA Goddard Photo and Video)

Weather vs. Climate: What Is The Difference?

While weather and climate are both changes in the atmosphere, the difference between them is a measure of time

The U.S. Drought Monitor showing widespread drought conditions in the western and central U.S. on October 4, 2022

What Is The U.S. Drought Monitor?

The drought monitor is the go-to product used by many meteorologists, but what exactly is the weekly map showing?

A blanket of smog lays over Los Angeles in September 2011. Source: Temeku, Wikimedia Commons

What is the Air Quality Index?

What is the Air Quality Index and how can pollutants impact your health?

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Asthma and the Weather

During an asthma attack, the airways in and out of your lungs narrow and your body makes extra mucus, both of which make it hard for you to breathe.