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Snow To Impact the Rockies This Weekend

A winter storm continues across the Cascades and northern Rockies today through tonight causing periods of moderate to heavy snow.

Weekend Weather Outlook

The U.S. is in for a wild ride this weekend thanks to multiple cold fronts.

Active Week of Weather Leads to Mixed Drought Results

Two significant weather systems impacted the U.S. last week. bringing a swath of snow.

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?

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.

Top 10 Winter Energy Saving Tips

Winter can be cruel as the season's cold air drives up energy costs. Here's how to save.

Safety Tips For Icy Surfaces

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

Top 10 Winter Energy Saving Tips

Winter can be cruel as the season's cold air drives up energy costs. Here's how to save.

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

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

Before A Winter Storm: Prep Your Pets!

Don’t forget about Fido and the rest of the crew when winter weather threatens!

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.

Wet Snow vs. Dry Snow: What's The Difference?

There are scientific reasons as to why snow may be “wet” versus “dry”.

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

Wet Snow vs. Dry Snow: What's The Difference?

There are scientific reasons as to why snow may be “wet” versus “dry”.

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.

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Snow To Impact the Rockies This Weekend

Weekend Weather Outlook

Active Week of Weather Leads to Mixed Drought Results

Cold Air Damming - Cause And Effects

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Safety Tips For Icy Surfaces

Top 10 Winter Energy Saving Tips

Safety Tips For Icy Surfaces

Top 10 Winter Energy Saving Tips

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

Before A Winter Storm: Prep Your Pets!

What is Lake-Effect Snow?

Wet Snow vs. Dry Snow: What's The Difference?

Weather vs. Climate: What Is The Difference?

Wet Snow vs. Dry Snow: What's The Difference?

Weather vs. Climate: What Is The Difference?

What Is The U.S. Drought Monitor?

What is the Air Quality Index?

Asthma and the Weather