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Weather 101

  • What’s the Difference Between Weather and Climate?

    What’s the Difference Between Weather and Climate?

    What is the difference between weather and climate? It’s important to know that weather and climate are not the same and that there are various climate types worldwide.

    Steve LaNore, Certified Broadcast Meteorologist |

  • How Do Thunderstorms Develop?

    Thunderstorm season is approaching quickly! Learn the stages of a thunderstorm's life cycle so you can be prepared by identifying warning signs of dangerous thunderstorm development.

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  • A Guide to Tornado Season

    Tornado Season: What You Need To Know To Stay Safe

    Understanding tornadoes and what to do before and during a storm is crucial to staying safe. This includes knowing when tornado season is, understanding the difference in tornado watches and...

    Steve LaNore, Certified Broadcast Meteorologist |

  • solstice vs equinox

    Solstice vs. Equinox: How Are They Different?

    Solstices and Equinoxes are important for understanding the seasonal cycle of our weather patterns. But, how are they different? Here’s our guide to knowing what solstices and Equinoxes are and...

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  • What is a Cold Front?

    Cold fronts explained: characteristics, movement, and where to expect the clouds.

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  • What is a Warm Front?

    What is a Warm Front?

    Warm fronts explained: characteristics, movement, and where to expect the clouds.

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  • Cloud Types

    Learn how to identify the three main cloud types yourself based on their height and characteristics.

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  • Fun Facts about Spring Growing Flower

    8 Fun Facts About Spring

    Mud and puddles are just two of the things that happen because of spring weather. Here are some fun facts about spring that you can observe for yourself just by...

    AcuRite Team |

  • facts about lightning

    Answering Your Burning Questions About Lightning

    Did you know it’s estimated that lightning strikes the earth about 100 times a second? It’s nothing to mess around with; it’s unpredictable and can arrive completely without warning. Let’s...

    Steve LaNore, Certified Broadcast Meteorologist |

  • What is Sleet? Understanding its Hidden Dangers

    What is Sleet? Understanding its Hidden Dangers

    Sleet is one of the worst winter perils. What is sleet and what are its dangers? Explore how sleet forms and how you can use your AcuRite weather station to...

    Steve LaNore, Certified Broadcast Meteorologist |