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Unusually weak Polar Vortex is developing in the Stratosphere, linked with the Weather patterns over the United States and Canada

With strong pressure anomalies around the Northern Hemisphere, we are currently observing an unusually weak Polar Vortex in the Stratosphere above the North Pole. This … The post Unusually weak Polar Vortex is developing in the Stratosphere, linked with the Weather patterns over the United (…)

Catatumbo lightning: The place with the highest lightning activity in the world

Imagine a place with lightning 297 nights a year, up to 10 hours per day! Does this sound like something out of science fiction? Such … The post Catatumbo lightning: The place with the highest lightning activity in the world by author Marko Korosec appeared first on Severe Weather Europe.

Winter 2024/2025 Snowfall Predictions: More Snow is now Forecast over the U.S. and Canada in the Latest model data

New Winter 2024/2025 snowfall predictions are in, and they show a global weather signal from a weak La Niña in the Pacific. Compared to the … The post Winter 2024/2025 Snowfall Predictions: More Snow is now Forecast over the U.S. and Canada in the Latest model data by author Andrej Flis appeared (…)

Gulf Coast braces for a major hurricane Helene Thursday night, significant impact expected for Florida and Georgia

After an unusually slow period of tropical activity, the western Atlantic churned out hurricane Helene this Wednesday. It is forecast to reach major strength and … The post Gulf Coast braces for a major hurricane Helene Thursday night, significant impact expected for Florida and Georgia by (…)

Winter 2024/2025 Forecast Update: Latest winter predictions are starting to align onto a specific Winter scenario for U.S., Canada and Europe

A look at the very latest Winter 2024/2025 forecast data shows the growing influence of a weak La Niña phase. Seasonal prediction systems are slowly … The post Winter 2024/2025 Forecast Update: Latest winter predictions are starting to align onto a specific Winter scenario for U.S., Canada and (…)

The Science Behind Convection: How Does it Work?

The warmer air has a lower density than the colder air, making it buoyant and causing it to rise. As the air parcels rise, the … The post The Science Behind Convection: How Does it Work? by author Marko Korosec appeared first on Severe Weather Europe.

A New Polar Vortex is Forming in the Stratosphere over the North Pole and will bring its Impact on Winter Weather for 2024/2025

A new Polar Vortex is developing in the Stratosphere over the North Pole as nights get longer over the polar regions and temperatures drop. It … The post A New Polar Vortex is Forming in the Stratosphere over the North Pole and will bring its Impact on Winter Weather for 2024/2025 by author (…)

Why is the Atlantic Ocean current collapsing, and can it cause global cooling?

The latest data and new studies reveal that the Gulf Stream has been weakening and steadily declining over the past decades. Weather in the United … The post Why is the Atlantic Ocean current collapsing, and can it cause global cooling? by author Andrej Flis appeared first on Severe Weather Europe.

3 Signs that Winter 2024/2025 could be Colder than you might expect

The latest Winter 2024/2025 forecast data trends are warmer with each new run. But we are starting to see signs in the global weather system … The post 3 Signs that Winter 2024/2025 could be Colder than you might expect by author Andrej Flis appeared first on Severe Weather Europe.

Europe Braces for the first significant cold outbreak this autumn season 2024

The general weather pattern over Europe has completely flipped compared to what has been ongoing for weeks since mid-August. The historic heatwaves are over, and … The post Europe Braces for the first significant cold outbreak this autumn season 2024 by author Marko Korosec appeared first on (…)