Category: Verification (Page 52 of 53)

These posts take a look back at recent weather events, like snow storms or severe weather outbreaks, and evaluate how the forecast played out. We evaluate how well the models predicted what actually occurred, and offer insight into what can be learned and applied moving forward.

The week ahead: July 27-31, 2015

July 27, 2015 / Ben Castellani

With our last measurable rainfall occurring on July 22, the monsoon seems to have taken a temporary hiatus from our region. Looking ahead, will see a large dome of high pressure build across the region, further loosening the monsoon’s grip on Colorado.

The week ahead: July 20-24, 2015

July 20, 2015 / Andy

After a rather dry weekend, outside of a few storms on Saturday, we return to another wet pattern to begin the week under monsoonal flow. However, drying appears to commence late in the week with those pesky 90’s returning once again.

Just how wet has 2015 been?

July 15, 2015 / Ben Castellani

Prolific snow and rain through the spring and early summer has painted an exceedingly green picture across eastern Colorado this year. Grasslands and meadows that are typically an ugly shade of brown by now are tinted in a vibrant emerald hue. As a result, there has barely been a single wildfire across the state this summer. We take a look to see just how extraordinary the amount and consistency of the precipitation in Boulder has been in 2015.

The week ahead: July 13-17, 2015

July 13, 2015 / Ben Castellani

With little in the way of synoptic forcing, the monsoon will dominate our weather pattern this week, with a chance of storms each and every day. However, some days will be drier than others. Read on to find out which ones!

A look back: Last week’s historic severe weather

June 8, 2015 / Ben Castellani

Last week, Boulder County was under the threat of severe weather on both Wednesday and Thursday. During this rare and historic event, numerous supercell thunderstorms spawned across our area. We take a look back at the atmospheric set-up, what actually happened, and the devastating aftermath.

BoulderCAST Podcast Episode #4: Thousands of Walkers

May 30, 2015 / Ben Castellani

Did Matt actually beat anyone in the Bolder Boulder? How many tornadoes have the hosts encountered? When will Boulder finally return to 80 (or maybe even 90) degrees? Listen to find out!

BoulderCAST Podcast Episode #3: Ark Building 101

May 23, 2015 / Ben Castellani

The third episode of the BoulderCAST Podcast, titled Ark Building 101, is now available! Will the Bolder Boulder 10k race be a complete wash out? Why was Joseph recently carried to Winter Park’s base in a sled by the ski patrol? Listen to find out!

BoulderCAST Podcast Episode 2: Rain Rain Go Away

May 17, 2015 / Ben Castellani

The second episode of the BoulderCAST Podcast, titled Rain Rain Go Away, is now available! Why do tornadoes typically struggle to form in/near the mountains? Was the 2013 Boulder Flood related to a tropical cyclone? Listen to find out!