We've all heard these two words and often use them interchangeably. But they're not the same! We explain how they're different and why it matters!
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A volcano that spews ice? Wait until you see how, why and where these awesome wintry structures form.
Read MoreYou've most likely heard these pearls of "wisdom" over the years, but are they true? We bust the myths!
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Read MoreFor many, Christmas is directly associated with snow. Christmas cards, carols, stories, and movies always tend to depict a “white Christmas” with snow-covered landscapes and falling snow. But how realistic is it to expect snow on Christmas Day? Learn all about the science behind it (and read the White Christmas lyrics below!) The notion of
Read MoreAs you plan your Easter activities, you'll want to know what kind of weather to expect. See what we're forecasting for the US and Canada.
Read MoreSummer. Depending on where you live, you may be dreaming or dreading it. It is a season that many people take vacations and spend a lot of time outdoors. But will the summer weather cooperate for your picnics and parades? Will this season bring any relief to the drought-stricken West? Will the 4th of July
Read MoreNote: We update our seasonal and holiday weather forecasts once a year, so be sure to bookmark this page or signup for our newsletter to get updates! Summer officially begins this year on June 21, 2023, which means Independence Day is right around the corner. Everyone is excited to watch fireworks displays this year—but will
Read MoreNote: We update our seasonal weather forecasts once a year, so be sure to bookmark this page or signup for our newsletter to get updates! It’s hard to believe summer is winding down! While the last full day of summer is officially September 22 (the first full day of fall is Saturday, September 23), Labor
Read MorePhenomenon What is It Usual Effects on Winter Weather in the United States Recent Years It Has Affected the Winter Other Remarks Arctic Oscillation (AO) A climate index of the state of the atmospheric circulation (winds) moving over and around the Arctic. When the AO is positive, a ring of strong winds circulating around the
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