NWS predicts snow in Sierra Nevada this weekend. This marks the first August snow in 20 years.
Forecasts show a 40% chance of snowfall above 8,000 feet. Will this unusual weather become the new normal?
Cold Front: Nature’s Summer Air Conditioning?
A cold front sweeps across multiple U.S. regions. Temperatures drop 15 degrees below average in some areas.
The Midwest, Northeast, and Pacific Northwest experience fall-like weather. How will this affect summer tourism and outdoor activities?
California’s Chill: 10 Degrees Below Normal?
California braces for temperatures 10 degrees below average. The state typically sees August highs around 90°F.
This cold snap could bring temperatures down to the 70s. Will Californians need to dig out their sweaters?
Yosemite’s Surprise: Snow in Summer Paradise?
Yosemite National Park faces the highest snow risk. The park sees 4 million visitors annually.
August is usually one of the busiest months. How will this unexpected weather impact park operations?
Tioga Road: Winter Conditions in August?
NWS warns of slippery conditions on Tioga Road. The road, at 9,943 feet, is the highest in the Sierra Nevada
It typically closes from November to May due to snow. Could this early snow force an unprecedented August closure?I
20-Year Record: Climate Change in Action?
This snow event breaks a 20-year August snow-free streak. The Sierra Nevada snowpack has decreased by 23% since 1955.
Scientists link this to climate change. Is this unusual event a paradoxical result of global warming?
Short-Lived Chill: Heat’s Revenge Next Week?
Meteorologist Dan Harty predicts a quick return to heat. California often sees temperatures over 100°F in August.
The state experienced its hottest summer on record in 2021. Will this cold snap offer only brief relief?
Texas Heatwave: A Tale of Two Extremes?
While California chills, Texas faces dangerous heat. Heat indexes reach 116°F in parts of Texas.
The state has seen over 40 days of 100°F+ temperatures this year. How are these contrasting weather patterns connected?
Fire Weather: Cold Snow vs. Hot Flames?
NWS issues a fire weather watch for northeastern California. The state lost 362,455 acres to wildfires in 2022.
August typically marks the start of peak fire season. Will this unusual cold spell impact fire risks?
Climate Whiplash: America’s New Weather Reality?
Extreme weather events increase across the U.S. NOAA reports a 50% rise in billion-dollar weather disasters since 2000.
Scientists predict more erratic weather patterns due to climate change. Are we prepared for this new climate normal?
Desert Snowstorm: Arizona’s Unexpected Winter Wonderland
Phoenix, Arizona experienced a rare snowfall in 2019. The city saw measurable snow for the first time since 1937.
This event dropped 1 inch of snow on the desert landscape. Phoenix averages only 0.01 inches of snow annually.
Tropical Snowfall: Hawaii’s Mauna Kea Blanketed White
Hawaii’s Mauna Kea occasionally experiences snowfall at its summit. The mountain saw 6-8 inches of snow in December 2016.
This event closed the access road to Mauna Kea’s observatories. Snow on Mauna Kea occurs about 10 times per year on average.
Florida Frost: The Sunshine State’s 1977 Snowfall
Miami, Florida recorded its only snowfall in history on January 19, 1977. The city experienced trace amounts of snow mixed with rain.
This event resulted from an unusually strong cold front. Prior to this, the lowest temperature ever recorded in Miami was 30°F (−1°C) in 1934.
California Blizzard: Los Angeles’ 1962 Snow Day
Los Angeles experienced a rare snowfall on January 22, 1962. The city received up to 3 inches of snow in some areas.
This event remains the most significant snowfall in Los Angeles’ recorded history. The Los Angeles Civic Center has only recorded measurable snow three times since 1877.
Las Vegas Jackpot: Sin City’s 2008 Winter Surprise
Las Vegas experienced its largest snowfall in decades in December 2008. The city received 3.6 inches of snow at its airport.
This event shut down schools and disrupted air travel. Las Vegas typically receives measurable snow only once every 10 years on average.
