Weather Wise

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf recap Delmarva's first snow event of the season and talk about the persistent cold pattern that may take us through the final days of fall. Also, they preview this year's Winter Weather Forecast Special, brought to you by Avery Hall Insurance!

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant are back for this week's episode, discussing the latest storm that brought snow close to the peninsula, and the chances that the next one will bring the white stuff to the shore. They also talk about a unique feature showing up on area radars called "bright banding".

As Thanksgiving weekend is upon us, colder air is once again taking over. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant talk about this latest cold snap and if it signals anything more significant in the coming days and weeks as we head into December, and move into the last few weeks of fall.

So far this fall, it has been a pretty dry period for Delmarva. This week, Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf discuss the arrival of some much needed rain to the area. Also, they talk about a shift in the pattern to more chances for rain.

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant are back this week to talk about the first arctic cold snap of the season! Although not nearly as cold as arctic air can be in the winter, this pattern may reflect a sign of where we're headed as winter draws near. The cold air also brought the first snowflakes of the season to many locations near Delmarva...even south of the area!

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf are back this week talking about fall foliage, nice days, but also a quick downturn in temperatures. The first freeze may be on the way for parts of Delmarva as arctic air spills into the region by early next week.

As another coastal storm forms off the east coast, the setup for onshore wind, high surf and some tidal flooding is in place for Delmarva. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant dissect the situation and talk about why it's different from previous events. Also, they examine the impact that Hurricane Melissa is having on Jamaica and Cuba and how this storm has become one...

Fall foliage continues to deepen across Delmarva as beautiful October weather takes shape through the rest of this week, though it will come with some chilly nights! Meteorologist Jake Grant and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf talk about what they are seeing with the foliage this season and what to expect in the coming weeks. They also talk about newly formed Tropical Storm Melissa and touch on an unsett...

Seas have just begun to settle down after a strong nor'easter battered the Delmarva coastline on Sunday, before making a very slow exit this week. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant recap the storm, including the potential for more nor'easters in the coming weeks. They also talk about why a nor'easter is different from a tropical system.

A seasonably strong early-fall cold front will signal a shift into an active weather pattern on Delmarva. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant are back this week to talk about the longest stretch of cool days since spring, and how a coastal storm this weekend will help protect the area from the latest tropical system in the Atlantic.

A unique and fascinating phenomena has unfolded off of the east coast as hurricanes Imelda and Humberto compete for space in the Atlantic. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf talk about the "Fujiwhara Effect" and how this will impact the tracks of both hurricanes. Needless to say this adds complexity to the forecasts, and Rich and Erich explore what this means f...

An unsettled pattern brings high humidity and the chance for showers and storms back to the area, with more of a summer feel for the first week of fall. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant talk about the risk for storms for the late forecast, plus a look at an increasingly active tropics.

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf look at the coastal storm that's bringing much needed rain to the mid-Atlantic and talk about why it is not a named tropical system. Erich previews his latest fall foliage outlook web blog.

Seasonably cool air continues to dominate the landscape on Delmarva heading into the final days of summer. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant discuss this week's pattern, plus take a look at the tropics as the peak of hurricane season is upon us.

Meteorologist Erich Ahlf and Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek are back this week to talk about how a brief return to summer-like weather will take the place of the incredible weather the region experienced for the Holiday Weekend. And as the peak of the hurricane season approaches, Rich and Erich talk about the latest action in the Atlantic. 

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant are back this week to recap the effects Hurricane Erin had on Delmarva beaches. They also look at the emerging cooling trend that will take us to the end of the month with cooler than average temperatures. And with a fall feel this week, Rich and Jake talk a little fantasy football.

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek, and Meteorologists Jake Grant and Erich Ahlf all joined the podcast this week as Delmarva prepares for a brush with Hurricane Erin. They discuss the several factors at play that will cause big problems along our coastline as Erin passes offshore on Thursday.

Summer-like conditions have returned to the mid-Atlantic and Delmarva this week, with high humidity and the chance for storms. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Erin is poised to become the first hurricane of the season. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant break down the pattern change and give early insight on where Erin may head on its trek across the Atlantic Ocean.

Summer weather has taken a back seat to cooler temperatures and even some wildfire smoke to start the moth of August. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf are back this week to discuss how this lines up with the month of July.

Most of July has lived up to its seasonal expectations with hot and humid weather. But big changes to the pattern will bring much cooler weather to the east coast by week's end, kicking off August with below average temperatures. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant discuss the upcoming reprieve from the heat.

It doesn't happen much in July, but a drop in humidity has been a welcome event for Delmarva this week. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf talk lower dewpoints and comfortable nights...and also look ahead to the next surge of heat and humidity. 

Since the remnants of Chantal moved through the region, much of the mid-Atlantic has been locked in tropical levels of humidity. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant talk about how this has led to issues of isolated flash flooding on parts of the peninsula. They look ahead to a possible change in the pattern. 

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant are back this week to talk tornadoes and heat! They dive into the details of a surprise tornado that briefly touched down in Omar, DE on Monday afternoon. The setup was for heavy storms, but there was little to suggest anything more than gusty winds and a flooding threat. They also discuss the end of this latest heat wave and how the 4t...

This week, Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek is joined by Meteorologist Erich Ahlf to talk about the early summer heat wave that has pushed temperatures to record limits across Delmarva. They discuss how unusual it is to have such a dangerous heat wave in late June and how this stacks up against past early heat waves. They also talk about the relief that's in play for later in the week that wi...

This week, Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant talk about the upcoming stretch of heat that will coincide with the seasonal transition to summer. They talk about how the heat will come in 2 phases and why the second phase will likely be the worst of the 2. With the oppressive environment, the chance for relief will be low, however severe storms may be possible before the...