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The Night New York City Went Dark
August 4, 2026
Article by: Shawn McGarrity
It was nothing more than a hot summer night with thunderstorms. What followed were 24 hours of total chaos for the biggest city in the United States...
Summer Weather Myths: Debunked!
August 4, 2026
Article by: Steven Weinstein
In this article we explore some common weather sayings that have been passed along for generations. Are they fact or fiction? That and some severe weather safety tips here!
The Weather Element at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
July 27, 2026
Article by: Josh Kinsky
With the 2026 World Cup kicking off this week, let’s take a look at how weather could impact the games on the field, along with a comparison to past tournaments that featured less than ideal weather.
The Atmospheric Story of the Mount St. Helens Eruption
May 14, 2026
Article by: Shawn McGarrity
45 years after the catastrophic eruption of Mount St. Helens, its atmospheric impacts still tell an incredible story: From ash spreading hundreds of miles to long-term effects on the atmosphere that reached far beyond Washington state.
The Great Mississippi Flood of 1927
June 18, 2026
Article by: Josh Kinsky
The Great Mississippi Flood of 1927 was a catastrophic disaster with consequences that extended far beyond the floodwaters. From accelerating the Great Migration to redefining the federal government’s role in disaster relief, its legacy still shapes the United States today.
Does Weather Impact Home Runs?
August 4, 2026
Article by: Josh Kinsky
Is there some correlation between the type of weather and the amount of home runs? That question is answered here...
Looking Back at The Great 1895 Gulf Coast Snowstorm
February 13, 2026
Article by: Josh Kinsky
A historic snowstorm buried the Gulf Coast in January 2025, breaking records from Texas to Florida. But did it rival the legendary Valentine’s Day storm of 1895....?
The Do's and Don'ts of Measuring Snow
April 16, 2026
Article by: Mike Priante
Are you measuring snow correctly? You may be surprised and some common mistakes that most people make after a snowstorm...
Remembering the Blizzard of 1996
January 23, 2026
Article by: WeatherWorks Team
30 years ago, one of the most intense snowstorms in modern day history crippled the east coast with over 2 feet of snow and drifts upwards of 8 feet.
Weather in History: The Evacuation of Dunkirk
May 26, 2026
Article by: Josh Kinsky
How did weather aid the Allies during their desperate retreat in World War II and turn it into one of history’s most remarkable rescues?
Weather's Tricks Around Halloween
October 30, 2025
Article by: Shawn McGarrity
While the typical chill of mid-autumn is what is usually seen on and around Halloween, some downright strange or peculiar weather events have occurred at the end of October in the northeast that would spook even the most hardened meteorologist.
Looking Back at the Historic 1987 Albany Snowstorm
October 3, 2025
Article by: Josh Kinsky
Snow is typically not on the minds of those living in the Albany, NY area in early October. However, back in 1987 an unprecedented snowstorm occurred in the Capital District on October 4th.