Weather Scientific Blogs

A practical guide to how stadiums, race directors, golf courses and outdoor event organizers use weather stations, lightning detection and heat monitoring to protect players and crowds.

A practical guide to how airports, pilots, air ambulance bases, and heliports use weather stations for safe takeoffs, landings, and ground operations.

Public safety agencies rely on hyperlocal weather station data to make critical decisions during fires, hurricanes, floods, heat events, and rescues. Real-time wind, rain, and temperature data helps protect lives.

Severe winter storms since 2000 have caused widespread damage across the U.S., including power outages, travel shutdowns, and economic losses. The blog reviews major storms, explains why impacts are increasing, and stresses preparedness and accurate weather monitoring.

Maximum Instruments weather station wall clocks are the latest rage in timekeeping. They offer a unique combination of form and function that is unmatched by any other type of clock. These clocks are designed to be mounted on a wall,...

Finding the perfect gift that embodies the warmth and joy of this festive time can be daunting. If you know someone who delights in the perfection of a sunny day or revels in the tranquility of a snowfall, why not consider a weather-themed present? In this article, we'll explore a variety of gift ideas that are sure to brighten up the holidays for the meteorologically inclined, ensuring your loved ones have a little slice of their ideal climate no matter the season.

Learn when hurricane season starts in the U.S., how Atlantic and Pacific seasons differ, and how to prepare your home before storms arrive.

Which U.S. states are most affected by hurricanes? Using NOAA’s historical records and the HURDAT2 database, analysts consistently place Florida at the top for frequency of direct hits, followed by Texas, Louisiana, and North Carolina. 

NOAA and the National Hurricane Center (NHC) provide real-time hurricane forecasts, warnings, and public updates for the U.S. and surrounding regions. Every time you hear a meteorologist talk about a “Category 4 storm approaching the Gulf,” that information likely comes...