Author: Ben Castellani (Page 253 of 358)

Ben grew up in southwestern Pennsylvania and holds both a bachelor's and a master's degree in Meteorology, the latter being from CU Boulder. His hometown received nearly three feet of snow from the Storm of the Century back in March of 1993, sparking his initial interest in impactful weather. Ben currently works on remote sensing and data analysis software at NV5 Geospatial Software in Boulder.

DayCAST: Wed 04/18/18

April 18, 2018 / Ben Castellani

Brief mid-level ridging returns to Colorado today, bringing quiet conditions and sunshine to our region. We also discuss the latest forecast for the classic Front Range spring storm headed our way on Friday!

Weather 101: What does “Fair” weather really mean?

April 17, 2018 / Ben Castellani

Even with thick high-level clouds overhead, yesterday saw “Fair” weather conditions reported across the Metro area, but what does this actually mean? As it turns out, “Fair” weather can signify a lot of things, with one critical caveat.

DayCAST: Tue 04/17/18

April 17, 2018 / Ben Castellani

In today’s forecast, we cover a quick-hitting Pacific trough set to bring cooler temperatures and gusty winds to the Metro area today. We also provide an update on the major spring storm eyeing Colorado late in the week.

DayCAST: Thu 04/12/18

April 12, 2018 / Ben Castellani

A windy Wednesday Yesterday's high temperature was 76 in Boulder and 79 in Denver. Both very warm, but not record-setting in the end. The intensity of the downslope wind gusts was actually stronger than any models were showing. Here are some of the peak gusts, which did near hurricane force Wednesday afternoon: NCAR Foothills Lab (East Boulder) - 73 mph …

Extended stretch of windy weather expected heading into the weekend

April 11, 2018 / Ben Castellani

Strong winds are poised to impact the Front Range over the next four days as a potent Pacific trough moves across the state. The winds will also accompany drastic changes in temperatures from the 70’s to the 30’s, unfortunately. Read on for details.

DayCAST: Wed 04/11/18

April 11, 2018 / Ben Castellani

Warm and windy Temperatures will soar into the upper 70's to near 80 degrees this afternoon as downslope flow ensues across the Front Range. The record high in Boulder is 81 degrees for April 11th, and we could potentially reach this today. West winds will be sustained at 15 to 25 mph through the day, with gusts up to 40 …

DayCAST: Tue 04/10/18

April 10, 2018 / Ben Castellani

A Spring roller-coaster ride... Who would have guessed? Snow yesterday....today temperatures in the 70's. The quick-moving shortwave that brought a dusting of snow during the morning rush hour on Monday is long gone at this point. The 500 mb vorticity forecast map from the GFS for today shows a ridge building across the Rockies. This ridge will be with us …