North Sound Weather Minute

Long-awaited mountain snow is coming, but will it also occur in the North Sound lowlands. This Podcast explains what is expected to unfold during the next week.

This Podcast reviews what significant weather happened during 2023 in the North Sound.

This Podcast addresses what a temperature inversion is, how it forms, and the impacts including thick fog.

Yes, you can learn where Santa is as he makes his way around the globe on Christmas Eve. Learn how by listening to this Podcast.

The Winter Solstice is upon us, but what does it mean and what is its history? This Podcast addresses those questions.

This Podcast addresses the question of whether there will be a White Christmas this year and how often it has occurred.

The Hanukkah Eve Wind Storm of 2006 struck Western Washington 17 years ago. This Podcast takes a look back at the storm and how everyone can get ready for the next big storm.

This Podcast addresses the myth that mountain snow melt drives river flooding. In the wake of the recent atmospheric river, evidence shows whether this myth is busted.

Another atmospheric river is spreading copious amounts of rain into the region. But what is an atmospheric river? This Podcast explains what it it and what it has done in the past, and why there is the need to prepare in advance.

Dec 1st is the start of Meteorological Winter, but the Winter Solstice and start of winter on the calendar is Dec 21st. Which one is the start of winter? This Podcast describes the differences.

El Nino is in play for this winter season and the latest winter weather outlook reflects El Nino's impact for the North Sound. Yet, the Old Farmer's Almanac has a different take on the outlook. This Podcast addresses the differences.

King Tide season is here. This Podcast addresses what a King Tide is, how they are created, what coastal flooding they can do, and what precautions can be taken now.

You hear this term, but really what is an atmospheric river and what is the impact? This Podcast addresses those questions and more.

This Podcast addresses what the term 100-year flood really means as opposed to its common mis-interpretations.

November is normally the wettest month of the year in the North Sound. After 8 of 10 dry months this year, will November live up to its image? This Podcast describes what this November could do to help with the rain deficit.

Yes, it's cold outside. This Podcast describes some protective steps to take, and looks ahead to what weather is in store for Halloween.

This Podcast highlights the latest seasonal weather outlook involving El Nino and what the impacts will likely be this winter and into next year.

This Thursday will be the annual and global Great Shakeout earthquake drill. Learn more about the drill and how it will be kicked off in Washington state by listening to this Podcast. Register today and have fun Thursday!

Oct 12th marks the 61st anniversary of the historic Columbus Day Storm. Learn more about what this epic wind storm did, could it happen again, and how to prepare for any stormy weather by listening to this Podcast.

Fog occurs nearly year round, but October is the number one month of the year for fog. This Podcast addresses why that is the case plus what weather conditions are needed to form fog.

The trees are starting to turn to their fall colors. This Podcast highlights when and where to see them, plus why these colors emerge in a variety of ways each year.

Was this summer nearly ideal? My latest Podcast looks back at what the summer of 2023 offered including how warm and dry it was, plus wildfire smoke and a look ahead to the outlook for this fall and winter.

The latest seasonal weather outlook was recently released with El Nino in play. This Podcast describes what El Nino means for the North Sound this fall and winter.

Learn the significance of the fall equinox including how fast daylight hours are shrinking and why that is happening, plus what significant fall and winter weather to anticipate by listening to this Podcast.

This Podcast addresses whether the current warm weather may mark the end of summer - or not. Summers are getting longer. Learn what may happen as the seasons change into fall and winter.