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Pinpoint Weather University

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The Queen City News Pinpoint Weather team breaks down the weather headlines and the why and how of various meteorological phenomena.

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Latest episode

Jun 11, 2026

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Episodes

Weather and the World Cup 11.06.2026

Meteorologist Brandon Lawson takes a closer look at how weather could play a role in player performance during the World Cup

Hottest Summer Ever? 03.06.2026

Meteorologist Brandon Lawson talks about the upcoming summer weather, humidity, Hurricanes and El Nino.

Drought Relief and Drought Monitoring 28.05.2026

Meteorologist Brandon Lawson talks about the recent rain and how it has provided some drought relief. Brandon brings on Meteorologist Rich Tinker with NOAA to talk about what goes into the drought monitor and what our drought monitor could look like with this latest rainfall.

Hurricane Season Approaches And Coke 600 forecast 20.05.2026

Meteorologists Brandon Lawson and Andrew Brightman talk about the upcoming hurricane season and bring on Robbie Berg from the National Hurricane Center to discuss how hurricane threats are communicated to the public. Brandon also gives an update on this Memorial Day weekends forecast for the Coke 600 NASCAR race.

Wildfire Threat Lowers, Burn Bans Start Getting Lifted 05.05.2026

Meteorologist Brandon Lawson brings on Philip Jackson with the NC Forest Service to talk about what the indicators are for issuing burn bans in North Carolina and why some counties still remain under the burn ban.

Hydroelectric Energy Effected By Drought Conditions 29.04.2026

Meteorologist Brandon Lawson goes into the field to meet up with Brett Hartis at Cowans Ford Hydroelectric Station in Huntersville to talk about how the drought has effected the use of the station and the power it produces. Brandon also gives updates on the drought conditions and water restrictions in the Charlotte area.

El Niño, Hurricane And Warm Weather Forecasts For 2026 15.04.2026

Meteorologists Brandon Lawson and Andrew Brightman talk to Dr. Levi Silvers about the potential for an El Niño this year. They also discuss hurricane season and the likelihood of 2026 being the hottest year on record.

Stay Away From The Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt 08.04.2026

Meteorologist Brandon Lawson talks with Dr. Matthieu Le Henaff about spring break and why you should stay away from The Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt when you head to the beach. Brandon also gives up an update on the North Carolina drought conditions

Artemis II Launch Day Weather And Strong El Niño Likely 01.04.2026

Meteorologist Brandon Lawson talks about the March rain totals, the likelihood of a very strong El Niño and the Artemis II launch. 

Betting On The Weather 25.03.2026

Meteorologists Brandon Lawson and Andrew Brightman talk with Dr. Hallie Lieberman about prediction markets and betting on the weather.

Atando Tornado And Measuring Pollen 18.03.2026

Meteorologist Brandon Lawson talks with Shawn Taylor about pollen and how its collected and measured. Brandon also talks about the Atando Tornado

Tornadoes And The Storm Prediction Center 11.03.2026

Meteorologist Brandon Lawson talks about the tornadoes that hit Michigan and Illinois and how the intensity of these tornadoes are measured. 

Winter Weather Recap, Spring Is On The Way 04.03.2026

Meteorologist Brandon Lawson gives us a winter weather recap and talks about the upcoming spring season

Nor'easter, Drought And Pollen's Big Return 25.02.2026

Meteorologist Brandon Lawson talks about the historic nor'easter that hit the northeast, the Carolina drought and the start of pollen season.

Will Climate Change Force A Winter Olympics Venue Change? 18.02.2026

Meteorologist Brandon Lawson and Climate Central Meteorologist Shel Winkley look at new data that shows how a warming trend could dramatically affect sites for the winter Olympics and Paralympics over the next few decades

Daytona 500 Rain Forecast But When Will Charlotte Get Rain? 11.02.2026

Meteorologist Brandon Lawson talks with Klaus Albertin about drought and the lack of rain in Charlotte over the last three months. Brandon also talks about the potential for rain in Daytona this weekend for the Daytona 500.

Historic Snow Aftermath And Are Groundhogs A Good Forecaster? 05.02.2026

Meteorologist Brandon Lawson digs deep into the 22-year historic snowfall that many of us experienced over the weekend. Plus, the data that backs up the track record of Punxsutawney Phil and whether Groundhogs can be a good measurement for more winter or early spring. 

Storm After Storm, Winter Won't Quit 28.01.2026

Meteorologist Brandon Lawson talks about why last weekends winter storm outlook was altered. What makes this weekends incoming storm so different?

Forecasting A Winter Storm And Weather Apps, Can You Trust Them? 21.01.2026

Meteorologist Brandon Lawson talks about what goes into forecasting a winter storm. Which apps should you trust for your weather?

Climate Report And The New Exhibit At Discovery Place 14.01.2026

Meteorologist Brandon Lawson talks about the climate report and the new winter exhibit at Discovery Place.

Will Lightning Delay The Panthers Playoff Game? Rain Affecting The Odds 08.01.2026

Meteorologists Brandon Lawson and Andrew Brightman have your FULL Panthers playoff forecast. Including the possibility of lightning delays and how the rain could affect the team's chances at Bank of America Stadium

Forecast For A White Christmas And Winter Precipitation 17.12.2025

Meteorologist Brandon Lawson talks about the lack of a white holiday period for many of us in the Carolinas. Plus, cold weather advisory vs. extreme cold warnings.

Snow Way It's This Foggy 11.12.2025

Meteorologist Brandon Lawson talks about winter weather and the science behind different kinds of fog.

Goodbye Hurricane Season, Hello Snow? 03.12.2025

Meteorologist Brandon Lawson talks about meteorological winter and the end of hurricane season statistics.

Warmer Winters And Brush Fire Danger 19.11.2025

Meteorologist Brandon Lawson talks about the current brush fire threat, warmer winters and our snow outlook for the holidays. 

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