Record-breaking king tides flooded coastal communities from Southern California to South Florida this week, driven by the full Hunter’s Moon and perigean spring tide conditions. Astronomical highs aligned with elevated sea levels from warm ocean temperatures, a strong El Niño, and other factors, pushing water levels well above normal and setting multiple records between October … Read more
2026 Winter Solstice Monday, December 21, 2026, at 3:50 P.M. (EST) How many days until winter? Winter 2026 Begins In The winter solstice, or December solstice, will be Monday, December 21, 2026, marking the first day of winter. In the Northern Hemisphere, winter generally begins on December 21 or 22. This is the winter solstice, the … Read more
2027 Spring Equinox Saturday, March 20, 2027, at 3:25 p.m. CDT So how many days are left until Spring? Spring 2027 Begins In When is the first day of spring 2027? Spring starts on Saturday, March 20, 2027, at 3:25 p.m. CDT. The LAST day of spring is Monday, June 21, at 9:11 a.m. CDT. … Read more
Daylight saving time (DST) A Few Interesting Facts and Myths About Daylight Saving Time 1. Terminology: Daylight saving time, not “savings”. 2. Bottling daylight most of the year. In the United States, we spend about 65% of the year (~238 days) in daylight saving time. 3. Two states do not observe DST: Hawaii and Arizona, … Read more
If you are searching for diverse weather or extreme temperatures and precipitation, the U.S. is certainly one of the places to be. Have you ever wondered what U.S. city is the coldest or the warmest? What city experiences the most rainfall or the most thunderstorms? I thought that it would be interesting to come up with … Read more
iWeatherNet Hurricane Center Update The National Hurricane Center (NHC) expects additional intensification, with the greatest threat of hurricane-force winds focused on coastal Mississippi, Alabama, and the western Florida Panhandle. Dangerous storm surge, flooding rainfall, and tornadoes could affect communities well beyond the eventual landfall location. Key Messages: What Gulf Coast Residents Need to Know Hurricane … Read more
The fiber cut that silenced five Gulf Coast radars for the public was a communications failure, not a case for handing the nation’s weather detection network to private operators. National Weather Service forecasters kept the data. Everyone else lost it. That distinction, and the reaction it produced, points back to a simpler requirement: fund the … Read more
Get ready for the total solar eclipse next year. Plus, on January 26, 2028, they’ll be an annular solar eclipse. The 2027 Total Solar Eclipse will be visible in Southern Europe and North Africa. It’s coming August 2, 2027. It will last three to four times longer than the one in Spain on August 12, … Read more
Illinois Leads the Nation for Tornadoes in 2026
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August 2026 Lunar Eclipse, Six-Planet Parade, and Perseid Meteor Shower August 12, 2026 is an unusually busy day for the sky, but many of you need to separate what is actually visible here from what is happening elsewhere… TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE: A total solar eclipse will occur on August 12. Totality will be visible in … Read more
Europe’s Heat Dome Shatters Records as France Nears 40°C/104°F, the UK Breaks Its June High, and Spain Posts Back-to-Back June Records
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USGS estimates the magnitude 7.5 Venezuela #earthquake today caused 10,000–100,000 fatalities. It was the second strike in a devastating doublet: a M7.2 foreshock hit first, followed just 39 seconds later by the larger M7.5 mainshock.
Early outlooks for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season are already split, and the main culprit is a brewing Super El Niño that could collide with a very warm Atlantic. Colorado State University (CSU) is leaning toward a somewhat below‑normal season, while the University of Arizona is solidly in “above average” territory. AccuWeather lands in the middle, with … Read more
The tornado outbreak in Oklahoma on May 20, 2013 occurred on the last day of a series of three consecutive days with significant severe weather. On this day, the most deadly tornado of the year for the United States occurred in Moore, Oklahoma. The tornado that tracked through Moore had developed near Chickasha, Oklahoma and … Read more
Cheat Sheet for High Gas Prices During Severe Weather Season
What is a super El Niño? New ECMWF forecast shows 100% chance of record 2026 event. See state-by-state weather impacts for Texas, Florida, Georgia and Illinois.
Wisconsin’s Historic April: State Smashes Rainfall Records and Surpasses Southern Tornado Counts
A massive hailstone measuring 7.1 inches in diameter has been confirmed as a new state record in #Texas nearly 2 years after it was discovered.
15 Years Since the Record-Breaking Super Outbreak: The Most Recorded Tornadoes in a Single Day with 324 People Killed
The Rarest Alert: Analyzing the Technical Firsts of the April 23rd Tornado Emergency
Polymarket for Weather Predictions… The $34,000 Hair Dryer: Is Weather Data the Next Great Market Exploit?
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North Carolina’s drought is no longer a quiet concern tucked into the back half of a weather segment—it is now one of the most severe and widespread dry spells the state has ever faced, and it is part of a much larger alarm bell ringing across the Southeast. Every single one of North Carolina’s 100 … Read more
Since the 1940s, the annual number of fatalities from lightning has been decreasing. In 1940, lightning was the #1 weather-related killer. In 2023, the National Weather Service reported only 14 lightning-related fatalities. This downward trend highlights improved safety awareness and underscores the importance of seeking shelter during thunderstorms. Total Fatalities Annually Injuries AND Fatalities 1940-2026 … Read more
The devastating wildfires that recently scorched Southern California caused an estimated $250 billion to $275 billion in damages. In the face of such destruction, two teens from Mountain View, California, have developed a nontoxic fire retardant that could help protect homes from future wildfires. Barrett Deng and Sebastien Burkhardt were inspired to create Clore after … Read more
Severe Weather Map | Dallas Forecast Texas Mesonet data for 24 to 72 hour precipitation: Texas rainfall maps for 24 to 72 hours are a valuable tool for anyone who wants to stay informed about upcoming weather conditions and make informed decisions about their activities. Areas in Texas with the Most Rain: Areas in Texas … Read more
The heaviest rain along the Mississippi River and into the Plains. 2” to 3” or more in thunderstorms possible. The next big storm system will come into play on Friday. Be weather aware this Easter weekend and possibly start your trip on Saturday if in the areas of concern. Friday Convective Outlook: An extensive squall … Read more
2025 has marked a pivotal turn for artificial intelligence in weather forecasting. Google DeepMind’s AI models are at the forefront of a new era, making waves among meteorologists and bringing public attention to how hurricanes are tracked and predicted. The robust conversation around DeepMind’s performance highlights not only groundbreaking tech, but the expert debate that … Read more
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What is an MCV (Mesoscale Convective Vortex)? An MCV is an area of low pressure that develops aloft within a large, organized, and long-duration complex of thunderstorms known as a mesoscale convective complex (MCC). The low pressure is a result of the tremendous amount of latent heat released through vapor condensation and ice nucleation which … Read more