Charles Hatfield: Rainmaker or Con Man? The 1916 San Diego Flood
When the city of San Diego hired Charles Hatfield to fix the devastating drought of 1915, they got more than they bargained for.
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29 Spring Weather Lore Sayings About Rain and Harvest
Quick Reference What this is: 29 traditional spring weather lore sayings, sorted by rain, March, April, May, and June. Headline rain rule: Rain before 7 means clear before 11. Rain after 7 means rain all day. Spring saint days to watch: St. Joseph (March 19), Lady Day (March 25), All Fool’s Day (April 1), May
What’s the Best Way to De-Ice a Frozen Windshield?
Are there any effective DIY methods to loosen that nasty ice? Find out!
Sleet vs Freezing Rain: What’s the Difference?
What’s the difference between sleet and freezing rain? How about hail? We explain.
Scary Clouds That Look Like Tornadoes
Learn all about the many cloud formations that are often mistaken for the real thing, photos included!
Weather Sticks Explained: How Balsam Fir Predicts Rain
How can a simple stick made of balsam fir be an accurate weather predictor? Do they really work? Learn the science behind nature and see for yourself!
Rainbow Facts: How They Form, Why They Bend, and What Makes Doubles
Check out these fun and fascinating facts about one of nature’s most magical phenomena, rainbows.
Red Sky at Night … Any Truth To It?
What does this old weather lore saying about a red sky predict about the weather to come? We have the answer.
How Much Do You Know About Nor’easters?
You’ve probably heard of the term, but how much do you know about these storms?
Lightning Safety: Statistics and the 30-30 Rule
Quick Reference Annual U.S. lightning deaths: About 20 people. Undocumented injuries are likely several times the official ~300. Annual U.S. lightning flashes: About 25 million cloud-to-ground strikes. 30-30 Rule: If you see lightning and count to 30 before hearing thunder, the storm is within 6 miles. Go inside. Wait time: Stay indoors for at least
