Smartphone weather apps that summarize their forecasts with eye-popping numbers and bright icons may be handy during mild weather, but meteorologists say it’s better to listen to human expertise during multi-faceted, dangerous winter storms. (1/3) #Weather #Wx #WeatherApp

Accurate weather forecasts are vital in the outdoor event industry. Weather directly affects safety, attendance, logistics, & overall event success. Reliable forecasts help organizers plan setup/teardown, protect equipment, & make informed decisions about staffing, vendors, & contingency plans.

The Winter Olympics officially kicked off in Milano & Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy. It has been 70 years since Cortina first held the Winter Games, & February temperatures have warmed 6.4F since then. The area now sees 41 fewer days below freezing than when the Games were first held there in 1956. (1/2)

As part of our Best Places to Live or Work in the United States If You Need to Know What the Weather Will Be Like Tomorrow 2025 report, we calculated the overall average variance for each of the 793 locations analyzed to see which locations were easier or harder to forecast weather. (1/3)

Accurate weather forecasts are essential for energy industry professionals. Temperature swings drive demand, while wind, solar, & precipitation determine renewable energy output, making precise forecasts critical for balancing the grid & preventing outages. (1/3)

Weather word of the week: frost quakes. Frost quakes can occur when water in the soil freezes, expands, and cracks under pressure. This has happened recently in portions of Kentucky and Tennessee in the wake of the recent winter storm. This graphic from NWS Louisville explains more. #wx #weather

California is completely free of drought for the first time in 25 years after winter storms brought large amounts of rain & snow to the region. The last time CA had no areas considered “abnormally dry” or in drought conditions was in Dec. of 2000. Learn more: www.climatewatch.com/p/california...

Today is #GroundhogDay! What are your predictions? Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow this morning, predicting six more weeks of winter. Keep in mind this is all for fun and games, and rodents are not meteorologists.

Looking back at the massive snowstorm that hit the U.S. January 23-26, 2026, was the snow forecast for your area correct? We analyzed the snow forecast accuracy for 7 major weather forecast providers: forecastwatch.com/2026/01/27/m... #weather #wx #snow #snowstorm #winterwx #weatherrisk

ClimateWatch recently highlighted 2025’s biggest weather & climate events. 2025 was the third warmest year on record globally & the fourth warmest year on record in the United States. There were 23 billion-dollar weather & climate events in the United States in 2025 totaling $115 billion in damages.

Weather word(s) of the week: freezing rain and sleet. There are several forms of winter precipitation, and sometimes it is hard to tell the difference. Freezing rain is liquid rain that freezes on contact with a surface. Sleet is rain that freezes into ice pellets before reaching the ground.

From New Mexico to Maine, numerous states across the country received or are about to receive accumulating snowfall. Keep these tips in mind when shoveling snow. #snow #winterwx #weather #wx #snowshovel #tips #safety

WOW! More than 240 million people across 40 states & spanning over 2,300 miles are in the path of a potentially historic winter storm that's expected to bring dangerous snow, ice, & bitterly cold conditions beginning this evening. Stay safe & warm! #weather #wx #snow #snowstorm #ice #icestorm

A study led by the European Severe Storms Laboratory provides the first comprehensive global analysis of very large hail. The study found that northern Argentina was the global hotspot for very large hail events, followed by Uruguay, Paraguay, southern Brazil, the U.S. Great Plains, & South Africa.

While there are A LOT of forecast snow maps floating around social media currently, we collected forecasts from seven major weather forecast providers. All of these forecasts were published today and are valid generally Friday through Monday across the United States. (1/2)

Looking out the window to see if it started snowing yet

From route planning & resource allocation to winter weather operations, weather forecast accuracy directly impacts transportation efficiency & cost. Knowing the most accurate forecast provider in your area helps you make smarter, faster business decisions, & helps you keep operations moving safely.

Weather word of the week: graupel. Graupel are soft, small pellets formed when supercooled water droplets (at a temperature below 32°F) freeze onto a snow crystal, a process called riming. If the riming is particularly intense, the rimed snow crystal can grow to an appreciable size. - NOAA

An strong winter storm system looks to bring impactful freezing rain and snow across a large portion of the United States this weekend. Visit forecastadvisor.com to ensure you're following the most accurate source of weather forecasts in your area. #wx #weather #winterwx #snow #snowstorm #icestorm

It’s #TestimonialTuesday! Hear from our clients at ClearAg about why weather forecasts are under-utilized in the agriculture industry, and how they can help improve margins. #weather #wx #agwx #agriculture

"Global coral loss, fisheries disruption and coastal infrastructure destruction are estimated to cost nearly $2 trillion annually" insideclimatenews.org/news/1501202...

A recent study found that young children who experienced hotter temperatures than usual were less likely to meet basic developmental milestones than those living in nearby, but slightly cooler areas. Learn more in our ClimateWatch newsletter: www.climatewatch.com/p/rising-tem... #climate #health

Snow in Florida this morning!

. First Solar Power Plant in Kyrgyzstan Will Save 120,000 Tons of Carbon Emissions Every Year Find out more: www.goodnewsnetwork.org/fir... #ClimateAction

Florida has officially been dethroned as the lightning capital of the U.S. AEM, with the help of its 1800 sensor lightning detection network, announced that one of the Great Plains states had the highest concentration of lightning in 2025, with ~73 lightning flashes per square mile last year. (1/2)

Can you trust the rain forecast? We analyzed 593 locations across Europe and identified the locations with the highest & lowest forecast precipitation accuracy for the next 3 days. Learn more in our full detailed report: forecastwatch.com/best-places-... #weather #wx #Europe #EuropeWx

Have you heard about our ForecastWatch Snapshot product? ForecastWatch Snapshot, produced on a seasonal quarterly basis, compares and contrasts the forecast accuracy of multiple weather providers. Pre-selected parameters, such as 1-3 days out or a specific region, are tracked. (1/2)

Weather word of the week: shinshin. Shinshin (pronounced sheensheen) is a Japanese onomatopoeia that describes the absence of sound during and after a fresh snow fall. Fresh snow absorbs sound waves, making it seem quieter outside. #weather #wx #winterwx #snow #dyk

‘Profound impacts’: record ocean heat is intensifying climate disasters, data shows www.theguardian.com/environment/...

A recent study analyzed the climatology of 1995-2024 United States warm-season derecho events and the potential associated climate forcing. They identified 147 warm-season derechos during the 30 year time frame, resulting in an average of 5 derechos per warm season. (1/2)

. What energy should we take into 2026 in order to face climate change head on? We need to take urgent #ClimateAction right now to avoid the worst of Climate Change! More: monocle.com/radio/shows/the... .

World’s richest 1% have already used fair share of emissions for 2026, says Oxfam

How community solar turned a Superfund site into savings in Illinois #Climate

Recently, @noaa.gov launched a groundbreaking new suite of operational, AI-driven global weather prediction models. This effort marks a significant advancement in forecast speed, efficiency, & accuracy, while using a fraction of the computational power. Learn more: forecastwatch.com/2026/01/06/n...

We analyzed 593 locations across Europe and identified the locations with the highest and lowest forecast low temperature accuracy for the next three days. The best places to live for reliable low temperature forecasts are in the United Kingdom, Spain, and Portugal. (1/2)

Trees, fences, and bushes sparkle in winter’s icy magic, but are you looking at rime ice or hoar frost? Learn the difference between these two stunning, natural phenomena, how they form, and what makes each unique in a true winter wonderland. https://ow.ly/IWnf50XSJXF

Weather word of the week: flash freeze. A flash freeze occurs when a strong cold front moves through with rain, then temperatures rapidly drop 20 to 40 degrees and the wet pavement freezes. This can cause roads to become slick quickly. #wx #weather #winterwx #flashfreeze

A recent climate study revealed that with continued high emissions, the Northern Hemisphere summer monsoon regions will undergo extreme weather events starting in 2064. Learn more in our ClimateWatch newsletter: www.climatewatch.com/p/climate-wh... #climate #climatechange

Weather word of the week: snow squall. Snow squalls, often associated with strong cold fronts, are a key wintertime weather hazard. They move in and out quickly, & typically don’t last long. The sudden white-out conditions combined with falling temperatures produce icy roads in just a few minutes.

Happy New Year! We’re excited to continue providing the insights and accuracy analyses that help you plan with confidence in the year ahead. We’re also working on exciting new features and products that will be released over the next several months that we can’t wait to share with you!

“The researchers calculated the cost benefits of fewer children with asthma, reduced cases of lung cancer, stroke and heart attacks as well as fewer people with dementia. This included lost productivity from illness and time off work looking after sick children.” 👇🏼 🌍

Snow is one of the most talked about aspects of weather, & can be very disruptive to the general public & businesses. Earlier this week, Blizzard Warnings & Winter Storm Warnings were hoisted for much of the Upper Midwest. We compared the snowfall reports to major weather provider’s forecasts.

From high-impact weather events to stratus clouds dancing over the open ocean, this year was filled with impressive satellite imagery. We look back on the most compelling satellite views of 2025. 1) Mesovortices slosh within Hurricane Melissa’s ferocious eye (October 8).

Cleaning up after a heavy snowfall? Here are the do's and don'ts of shovelling snow so you don't get injured. ⬇️ https://ow.ly/XIuJ50XQq1h

Forecasts of strong winds in the Denver metro area caused proactive shutdowns of power, along with preemptive school closures. How confident do you feel in your ability to plan based on the forecasts in your city? Share your insights in this quick survey: https://form.typeform.com/to/m8eOWYXh

Powerful Guardian editorial on urgent need for #climate adaptation & for “real plans, real finance, real justice”. And good to see shout out to work of @climatemajority.bsky.social & GlacierTrust showing adaptation as both essential in itself & as a spur to greater decarbonisation👇

The extent of global sea ice cover will end the year at more than 2 million square kilometers below average 😞 Monitor at zacklabe.com/global-sea-i...

The White House plans to dismantle the National Center for Atmospheric Research, the largest federal climate research lab. NCAR provides critical research on long-term atmospheric changes, global warming, wildfires, extreme weather, & more. Learn more: www.climatewatch.com/p/largest-fe...

A rapidly strengthening storm system is set to bring heavy snowfall, strong winds, & possible blizzard conditions to the Upper Midwest over the next couple days. Check back with us in a couple days when we evaluate how well these forecasts performed. #weather #wx #winter #winterwx #snow #blizzard

We analyzed 593 locations across Europe & identified the locations with the highest & lowest forecast high temperature accuracy for the next 3 days. The best places to live are in the U.K. & Portugal. The worst places to live are in Slovakia, Iceland, Switzerland, & the Nordic countries. (1/2)