Category: Weather in the News (Page 10 of 16)

These posts cover interesting weather phenomena from around the world, and won’t be specific to Boulder County. However, Earth is very diverse in the world of weather, so you will surely learn a thing or two.

Chance of flurries on Thursday & the White Christmas outlook

December 6, 2017 / Andy

We discuss the forecast for snow on Thursday and how the weather pattern is shaping up heading into the holiday season.

Was today the warmest Thanksgiving ever in Boulder?

November 23, 2017 / Ben Castellani

The high temperature today in Boulder was more than 20 degrees above average. We review where this falls historically and discuss the weather for the upcoming weekend, including the potential for snow in the extended forecast.

Hurricane Irma to make landfall in Florida?

September 6, 2017 / Ben Castellani

As the nation braces for impact of another major tropical cyclone, we update you on the status of Hurricane Irma. Where is she headed and when will she arrive? Read on to find out.

DISCLAIMER: This update was created Wednesday, September 6, 2017. Any life-sustaining decisions regarding Irma should be made on your own accord following the most up to date guidance from the local emergency authorities.

This week in weather: September 5, 2017

September 5, 2017 / Andy

The week ahead starts off feeling like autumn thanks to yesterday’s cold frontal passage. We are rather quiet for the most part with only a slight chance of storms late in the week as temperatures moderate back into the 80’s. More details can be found within, including when we expect the wildfire smoke to exit the region.

We also provide thoughts on Category 5 Hurricane Irma which could be making landfall in Florida this weekend.

How our weather changed during the 2017 near-total solar eclipse

August 22, 2017 / Ben Castellani

With the Great American Eclipse of 2017 now behind us, we take a look back at the impacts that the moon’s shadow had on our temperature during the once-in-a-lifetime event!

The Evolving Eclipse Forecast: Colorado, Wyoming, or Nebraska? (Updated Aug 20)

August 21, 2017 / Andy

Follow along with us as we provide forecasts leading up to the total solar eclipse on Monday, August 21st for Colorado, Wyoming, and Nebraska. We’re here to help you decide where the best drive-able viewing will be.

*Forecast updates will be included in this post, as needed*

What can weather radars tell us about bats?

August 15, 2017 / Ben Castellani

We examine the fascinating amount of information about bats that can be gleaned from their signatures on weather radars!

Weekend Outlook: Canadian fires bring poor air quality and low visibility

August 4, 2017 / Matthew Steiner

Historical warmth and persistently dry conditions have spawned numerous wildfires across the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia over the past few weeks. With a change in our synoptic flow direction yesterday, thick smoke has pushed into the Denver Metro area creating reduced visibility and air quality. We examine how the smoke got here and how the forecast for the weekend is shaping up.