Dr. Lourdes B. Avilés shares her journey from casually admiring atmospheric optics like rainbows to a deeper interest in rare phenomena such as antisolar halos, which are caused by sunlight reflecting and refracting through ice crystals on the opposite side of the sun. After years of searc

Aboard the South African icebreaker S.A. Agulhas II on the Southern Ocean near Antarctica, researchers were conducting a study of rogue waves in a region where oceanic conditions are among the most extreme on Earth.

22%—The overall decline in the annual amount of water in mountain snowpacks in the contiguous United States since 1982, according to research published recently in Hydrology and Earth System Sciences.

On May 21, 2024, DOW radars near Greenfield, IA, recorded EF4 tornado windspeeds of 309-318 mph, among the fastest ever! Hear from scientists who've gotten up close with tornadoes in 2024, and learn how the NSF-funded BEST project will enhance tornado prediction and safety.

The Weather Band Photo Contest showcases incredible weather photography from around the world. In our "Weather Lens" webinar, 2023 winners Kristy Sharkey, Elan Azriel, and Michael Seger shared their insights. The session, moderated by retired TV meteorologist Alan Sealls, offered valuab

2024 temperatures are expected to be well above average and possibly even hotter. In the summer months, it is important to monitor how your body feels in the heat to prevent heat-related illnesses. This webinar explains what actions you can take to combat extreme heat impacts to your health

Sixty percent of lightning and three-quarters of lightning fatalities in the U.S. occurs between June and August. Keep an eye on the weather forecast before your outdoor plans and consider postponing if thunderstorms are expected. If you’re outside and you hear thunder, just remember: When

Strong microburst during a summer thunderstorm.