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Rainfall and Snowfall Totals Through Thursday

Pineapple Express Slams Northwestern U.S.

The atmospheric river this week will keep buffeting the Pacific Northwest with heavy rain, snow, and high winds.

Today's Weather Outlook

Winter weather will be limited to the taller terrain of the two northern U.S. corners for the midpoint of the week.

How To Measure Snow

There are a couple of different measurements for recording the amount of snow that has fallen.

Weekly Drought Map for December 11, 2025

Hit-or-Miss Precipitation Leads to Mixed Drought Results

Soggy, active weather occurred in the drought-stricken areas of the South and Southeast.

A person standing in a snowy forest with their back to the camera. They are bundled up in a white hat and a brown jacket. (Image by StockSnap from Pixabay)

Common Cold Weather Illnesses

Here are some of the most common cold weather related illnesses and their symptoms.

A strong cold-air-damming event from March 20, 2018.

Cold Air Damming - Cause And Effects

What is cold air damming, where does it form, and why can it be so hard to forecast?

Common Cold Weather Illnesses

Here are some of the most common cold weather related illnesses and their symptoms.

Cold Air Damming - Cause And Effects

What is cold air damming, where does it form, and why can it be so hard to forecast?

All About Winter Precipitation

Let’s look at how each type of precipitation forms and what can be expected.

People skating on a frozen pond on a clear day. (Image by Q K from Pixabay)

Safety Tips For Icy Surfaces

Here are ways to stay safe when participating in winter activities on frozen lakes.

Flu Update Valid For Week Ending December 6, 2025

Weekly Flu Update: Flu Exceeds Annual Baseline

The flu continues to rise as we work our way through December.

You're Caught in a Winter Storm: What Now?

Being caught in a winter storm can be a challenging and potentially dangerous situation.

Image courtesy of Michael Jarmoluk from Pixabay.com

What is Lake-Effect Snow?

Lake-effect snow is a cold season meteorological phenomenon that occurs in certain areas of the world near very large bodies of water, most famously downwind of the Great Lakes in North America.

You're Caught in a Winter Storm: What Now?

Being caught in a winter storm can be a challenging and potentially dangerous situation.

What is Lake-Effect Snow?

Lake-effect snow is a cold season meteorological phenomenon that occurs in certain areas of the world near very large bodies of water, most famously downwind of the Great Lakes in North America.