What’s the point? Dew point, that is
Why do meteorologists like to use dew points so much instead of relative humidity? It’s because it measures the true moisture content in the atmosphere....
Gulf of Mexico ‘dead zone’ smaller than average this summer
Every year, water pollution from throughout the Mississippi River basin finds its way into the Gulf of Mexico, creating a “dead zone” in the summer....
How to get the best sunrise & sunset shot
Some of my favorite nature photos are those taken at sunrise and sunset. But how does one capture such vivid colors during these times? I...
Death Valley’s heat doesn’t keep away the visitors
Death Valley is one of the hottest places on Earth, but that doesn’t stop people from visiting. What You Need To Know Death Valley received...
Predicting landslides through artificial intelligence
Landslides cause massive destruction and happen all over the world. However, a team of scientists and engineers at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)...
Dangerous heat set to scorch much of the U.S. this week
Heat will remain hot in the headlines across much of the nation this week. The large heat dome affecting much of the southern U.S. will...
Here’s the ‘T’ on Rex blocks
Weather patterns flow when high and low pressure systems work in tangent. As one concedes its power, the other gains dominance for a time before...
The lows of blocking high weather patterns
High pressure systems typically bring blue skies, sunshine and a light breeze- all the most desired conditions. Its positive connotations make it more favorable than...
Breaking down the Omega block
The Omega block weather pattern may be all Greek to some, but it is actually one of the more popular blocking patterns that meteorologist refer...
The highs and lows of blocking patterns
Areas of high and low pressure are essentially responsible for creating our weather conditions. The movement and interaction between each makes up our weather patterns-...