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Early Spring Heat Wave Zaps Southwest

Much of the Southwest will observe record-breaking heat through the weekend, with high temperatures reminiscent of mid-summer!

Weekend Weather Outlook

Dry weather allows many regions of the country to enjoy outdoor activities this weekend!

Active Weather, Drought Improvements for Eastern Half; Drying Persists Elsewhere

Multiple weather systems impacted the eastern half of the U.S. this week.

Lightning Safety

Did you know that about 300 people per year are victims of lightning strikes?

A tree knocked over after a storm produced high winds. (provided by PublicDomainPictures via Pixabay.com)

Strong Winds in the Springtime

High winds can be just as devastating in a thunderstorm as on a sunny day.

Story image: WeatherBug user Pat S. captures a plant blooming in Columbia, Md., on February 24, 2017.

When Does Spring Begin?

The "official" start of Spring is on the horizon, but what does this mean?

Strong Winds in the Springtime

High winds can be just as devastating in a thunderstorm as on a sunny day.

When Does Spring Begin?

The "official" start of Spring is on the horizon, but what does this mean?

A pothole big enough to hold a traffic cone and garbage. (David Shankbone, Wikimedia Common)

Potholes: A Springtime Driving Menace

When the ice in the soil melts, it leaves gaps inside the weakened pavement.

Pile of hail after a hail storm hits Perth.

How Does Hail Form?

The sound of hail plunking car hoods is synonymous with summer thunderstorms, but many wonder, what causes meteor-sized balls of ice to fall in the heat of summer in the first place.

This John Deere riding mower continues to hum along. (Wikimedia Commons)

Spring Mower and Power Tool Seasonal Checklist

Quick checks to keep your lawn-mower and power tools ready for the upcoming season

Flu Update Valid For Week Ending March 7, 2026

Weekly Flu Update: Flu Reports on a Slow Decline

Seasonal influenza activity remains elevated but is decreasing in most areas this week.

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

Weekly Flu Update: Flu Reports on a Slow Decline

Seasonal influenza activity remains elevated but is decreasing in most areas this week.

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?

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.

Top News Stories

Early Spring Heat Wave Zaps Southwest

Weekend Weather Outlook

Active Weather, Drought Improvements for Eastern Half; Drying Persists Elsewhere

Lightning Safety

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Strong Winds in the Springtime

When Does Spring Begin?

Strong Winds in the Springtime

When Does Spring Begin?

Potholes: A Springtime Driving Menace

How Does Hail Form?

Spring Mower and Power Tool Seasonal Checklist

Weekly Flu Update: Flu Reports on a Slow Decline

Weather vs. Climate: What Is The Difference?

Weekly Flu Update: Flu Reports on a Slow Decline

Weather vs. Climate: What Is The Difference?

What Is The U.S. Drought Monitor?

What is the Air Quality Index?

Asthma and the Weather