What is an Outflow Boundary?
An outflow boundary is a boundary that separates a stable air mass from a #hunderstorm. It is often felt as a sudden cool gust of … Read more
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Tornado Alley is Shifting East. Here’s Why That Matters.
Explore how Tornado Alley is shifting eastward in the U.S., increasing tornado frequency in densely populated areas like the Southeast. Learn about the impact of … Read more
How Changes in the Earth’s Orbit Affects Our Climate
Our planet goes through climate cycles. Did you know these are related to how the Earth rotates on its axis and around the sun? This … Read more
The Windiest Places on Earth
In America, we often think of Chicago when we think of wind. But there’s locations around the world that are far, far, windier. Check out … Read more
When is the Atlantic Hurricane Season?
When is Hurricane Season? We break down what a typical hurricane season looks like, and when you should keep a watchful eye on the tropics … Read more
Top 10 Sunniest US Cities
The sunniest US cities have few clouds in the sky more than 75% of the year, and all unsurprisingly are in the dry Desert Southwest.
States with the Best Weather Year Round
Not a fan of the cold? These ten states with the best weather are great travel destinations year-round. We’ve even researched when the weather is … Read more
What is a Microburst?
Microbursts are small but violent events within severe thunderstorms. We explain the basics.
What is a High Wind Warning?
High winds can be very destructive, and when there is a high risk of windy weather, meteorologists may issue a Wind Advisory or High Wind … Read more
Scattered vs. Isolated Thunderstorms
The weatherman is calling for thunderstorms in the forecast. However they’re using the term “isolated” or “scattered.” What is the difference? We explain right here.
What is a Severe Thunderstorm Watch?
Thunderstorms are common in the spring and summer months, but can occur at any time of the year. Occassionally, these storms are intense, requiring a … Read more
What is a Flash Flood Watch?
Flooding is dangerous, and meteorologists give advanced warning of these conditions by issuing a Flash Flood Watch. More about what you need to know in … Read more
The Top 10 Windiest US Cities
Thought that Chicago was the windiest city in America? Think again – it didn’t even make the top 10! See our list of the top … Read more
The Water Cycle
Evaporation, condensation, precipitation. The water cycle is what drives our planet’s weather (and ecosystem, too)! This short video explains the process.
A One-Minute Journey through Our Atmosphere
The Earth’s atmosphere has five layers, the troposphere, the stratosphere, the mesosphere, the thermosphere, and the exosphere. Each plays an important role in life here … Read more
What is a Squall Line?
Squall lines are common during the spring and summer months. But what is a squall line? This video explains the core concepts behind this weather … Read more
