North Sound Weather Minute

More North Sound citizen scientists are wanted to report daily rain, hail and snow from their backyards. This Podcast describes how weather enthusiasts can join CoCoRaHS - the Community, Collaborative, Rain, Hail and Snow network and provide daily rainfall reports, particularly as a holiday gift idea.

Want to know what this coming winter's weather season may look like and how to prepare in advance? Listen to this Podcast for the latest information.

The annual Great Shakeout earthquake drill is on Oct 16th. Have you registered? This Podcast describes the drill, how fun it is, and how you can register in advance.

What would happen if this grand-daddy of all non-tropical wind storms struck today? Listen to what happened in 1962 and what could happen if another similar monster wind storm hit the region again in this Podcast.

Does it feel like fall? The mountains are expected to get their first dose of snow this weekend. This Podcast addresses why that is anticipated, how much and where it will fall, along with what is forecast for the lowlands. Listen for the ending.

Temperature inversions become more prevalent during the fall and winter seasons, and so does fog. Learn more about temperature inversions and fog in this Podcast.

It has been a dry year thus far. Finally, a change in the dry weather pattern has happened and rain has arrived. This Podcast discusses the current rain deficit and can the change in the overall weather pattern make a difference.

This podcast addresses why tree leaves change color this time of year, plus when they will change, and where to view them.

This podcast describes the details behind the fall equinox. With fall and winter stormy weather ahead, how to prepare in advance is also offered.

Many are asking this question given how dry it is. This podcast reviews how dry the region is, the heightened wildfire situation, and addresses the question - when will it really rain.

This month is National Preparedness Month, the opportunity to get better prepared for the coming fall and winter storm season. This podcast describes what kind of stormy weather occurs during the fall and winter storm seasons, plus where you can obtain helpful information to get ready for the upcoming storm season.

This podcast addresses the question - is summer weather over? Listen for the details and learn whether summer weather may or may not return before fall arrives.

Sept 1st marks the start of meteorological fall. But doesn't summer run for another three weeks? Learn the difference by listening to this Podcast.

10 years ago, a historic summer wind storm struck Western Washington and the North Sound. This podcast revisits that wind storm, what happened, and could it happen again.

The podcast describes the return of much warmer summer weather this weekend and beyond, and why. Plus, there are hot summer weather safety recommendations as well.

The American Meteorologist Society recently released the annual State of the Climate report for 2024. This podcast reviews the highlights of the report that reflect the ongoing warming of our planet.

A big change in the weather will bring much needed rain late this week. But is summer over? Listen to learn how much rain is in store and the answer to that end of summer question.

The Perseids peak this week. Learn when and where to look at the Northern Hemisphere's most popular meteor annual event, and how the meteor shower got its name by listening here.

Thanks to clearing skies, a unique night sky event will unfold this weekend to near the end of the month. Listen to learn what six planets will align, offering you a chance to see this exceptional event.

It has been nearly two months since the North Sound had a significant rainfall. Listen to learn what is expected this week, steps to take to stay safe on the roads, and what lies ahead starting this weekend.

This podcast looks back in ancient time to learn where the phrase Dog Days of Summer began. The story may surprise you!

Remember the hot day back on July 29th, 2009? That all-time record high has been matched twice since. Learn if it can happen again and what the rest of the summer weather looks like.

With wildfire season in full gear, this podcast addresses steps to avoid reduce the impact of wildfire smoke, and how to help avoid starting wildfires and defending your home or business.

The recent heat wave has kicked the local wildfire season into high gear. Listen to learn more about the current weather conditions, the latest seasonal weather outlook into September, and how wildfires and its smoke can be prevented.

Temperatures will ramp up this week. This podcast describes how hot, what steps to take to be cooler safely, and the rising wildfire conditions.