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Why the First Big Rain After a Drought Can Turn Dangerous

Dry ground does not always absorb sudden rain quickly. Learn how drought can increase runoff and flash-flood risk as heavy rain and El Niño return.

When Fall Colors Peak at 12 Top US Destinations

Find the best time to see peak fall colors at 12 popular U.S. destinations, including New England, the Smokies, Michigan and Colorado.

2026 Fall Foliage Forecast: When and Where Colors Could Peak

See the 2026 fall foliage forecast for New England, the Great Lakes and Appalachia, including likely peak timing and how drought may affect color.

The Real Odds of a Tornado Hitting Your Home

We used NOAA tornado data to estimate the risk at a single location in every state, and Texas does not come out on top.

The Real Meaning Behind “Super El Niño”

A “Super El Niño” is an unusually strong El Niño. This year’s event has a real chance of becoming one of the strongest on record.

This Hurricane Season Breaks a Record

It's hard to believe, but we have had 0 hurricanes so far this 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.

The Real Meaning Behind “Super El Niño”

A “Super El Niño” is an unusually strong El Niño. This year’s event has a real chance of becoming one of the strongest on record.

This Hurricane Season Breaks a Record

It's hard to believe, but we have had 0 hurricanes so far this 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.

Why Do Leaves Change Color in the Fall

Learn how shorter days, fading chlorophyll and fall weather turn leaves red, orange and yellow each autumn.

Drought Persists Across Much Of The U.S.

Drought remains widespread across the U.S. this week, with nearly half of the country in drought and more than 100 million people still affected.

2026 Hurricane Season Is About to Break a Record

The Atlantic has yet to produce a hurricane this season, putting a satellite-era record within reach.

Fall Colors May Arrive Late This Year

A strong El Niño could shake up the weather this fall, but something much closer to home will decide when the leaves change and how bright they become.

Is Labor Day Really the End of Summer?

Labor Day weekend is often called the unofficial end of summer. Schools are back in session, summer vacations are wrapping up and pools across the country are getting ready to close.

Fall Colors May Arrive Late This Year

A strong El Niño could shake up the weather this fall, but something much closer to home will decide when the leaves change and how bright they become.

Is Labor Day Really the End of Summer?

Labor Day weekend is often called the unofficial end of summer. Schools are back in session, summer vacations are wrapping up and pools across the country are getting ready to close.

Record hailstone in Illinois, Credit: NOAA NCEI

Illinois Hailstone Smashes State Record

A massive hailstone from a March severe weather outbreak has officially been confirmed as the largest ever recorded in Illinois.

WBGT takes into account air temperature, humidity, wind, cloud cover and sun angle. That makes it a better tool for understanding how your body may respond to heat during outdoor activity.

Why Heat Index Is Not Enough for Athletes

It’s late summer. The sun has been blazing all day, and you and your kid have been dreading soccer practice.

Firefighters battling wildfires in California

Super El Nino Could Impact Wildfire Risk

A Super El Nino Is Coming and Could Impact Wildfire Risk in the Pacific Northwest

Top News Stories

Why the First Big Rain After a Drought Can Turn Dangerous

When Fall Colors Peak at 12 Top US Destinations

2026 Fall Foliage Forecast: When and Where Colors Could Peak

The Real Odds of a Tornado Hitting Your Home

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The Real Meaning Behind “Super El Niño”

This Hurricane Season Breaks a Record

The Real Meaning Behind “Super El Niño”

This Hurricane Season Breaks a Record

Why Do Leaves Change Color in the Fall

Drought Persists Across Much Of The U.S.

2026 Hurricane Season Is About to Break a Record

Fall Colors May Arrive Late This Year

Is Labor Day Really the End of Summer?

Fall Colors May Arrive Late This Year

Is Labor Day Really the End of Summer?

Illinois Hailstone Smashes State Record

Why Heat Index Is Not Enough for Athletes

Super El Nino Could Impact Wildfire Risk