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NOAA Shows Where El Niño Could Boost Winter Snow

NOAA Shows Where El Niño Could Boost Winter Snow

A strengthening El Niño could reshape snowfall patterns across the US this winter. NOAA says there is a 75% chance the pattern reaches historic strength from October through December, with odds of a very strong El Niño above 90%. During moderate to strong El Niño winters, parts of the South and higher elevations of the West have historically seen more snow, including areas of California, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, Arizona and New Mexico. Meanwhile, parts of the Pacific Northwest, northern Rockies, Great Lakes and interior New England have tended to see less snow. NOAA cautions that individual storms can vary and no two El Niño winters are identical.
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October weather forecast calls for a 'notable cold shot' and frost

October weather forecast calls for a 'notable cold shot' and frost

The forecast predicts mild temps for many, above-average heat in the West — and a cold snap for some in early October.
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Ready for winter? Polar vortex spins up, spews forecast uncertainty

Ready for winter? Polar vortex spins up, spews forecast uncertainty

A strong polar vortex and a powerful El Niño would be signals that a milder winter may be in store for many Americans. Here's why.
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Super El Niño Strengthens, Impacting Western Ski Resorts

Super El Niño Strengthens, Impacting Western Ski Resorts

Meteorologists are closely monitoring the development of a Super El Niño, which is predicted to be one of the strongest on record, according to OnTheSnow and NOAA. This weather phenomenon, characterized by sea surface temperature anomalies exceeding +3.0°C in the eastern equatorial Pacific, is expected to influence the upcoming ski season across the western United States. Historically, El Niño winters have favored southern ski resorts in states like California, Colorado, and Utah, but the unpredictability of this event makes long-term forecasts challenging. Previous strong El Niño events have shown mixed impacts on snowfall, with some regions experiencing record-breaking snow while others face warmer and drier conditions. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has reported a 90% chance of a very strong El Niño event during the Northern Hemisphere fall and winter of 2026-27, raising questions about its potential effects on ski resorts and mountain snowfall.
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Understanding the Earliest Snowfall Dates Across the U.S.

Understanding the Earliest Snowfall Dates Across the U.S.

Learn about the earliest recorded snowfall dates across the United States, how weather patterns like El Niño can affect snowfall timing, and tips for staying safe during early-season snow.
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Rainiest Cities in the U.S. Highlighted in New Report

Rainiest Cities in the U.S. Highlighted in New Report

A recent report by Redfin has ranked the rainiest cities in the United States based on annual precipitation and rainy days. Cities such as Everett, Syracuse, and Tacoma experience measurable rainfall nearly every other day, with seasonal variations. The Pacific Northwest and Great Lakes regions are particularly prone to frequent rain due to geographical and meteorological factors. Additionally, smaller cities like Hilo, Hawaii, see rain almost daily, with annual totals exceeding 120 inches. The report also highlights the impact of climate change, which is altering rainfall patterns and increasing the intensity of storms globally. Data for the rankings was sourced from the National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI) and NOAA, covering averages from 1991 to 2020.
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Omaha Experiences Stunning Dry Fall Weekend After Drenching September

Omaha Experiences Stunning Dry Fall Weekend After Drenching September

Omaha, Nebraska, is enjoying a beautiful and dry fall weekend, a welcome change after a September described as 'drenching.' The weather forecast indicates clear skies and cooler temperatures, with Friday evening seeing temperatures drop into the 50s. Saturday morning is expected to bring temperatures in the 40s across eastern Nebraska and western Iowa. Highs over the weekend will reach the upper 60s and low 70s, accompanied by plenty of sunshine. A weak cold front is anticipated to bring some clouds and increased winds from Saturday afternoon through Sunday morning, with southwest winds potentially gusting up to 25 mph on Saturday afternoon before shifting to the northwest on Sunday morning. This dry spell follows a period of significant rainfall, with Omaha narrowly avoiding catastrophic flooding due to the reservoir system, though some homeowners reported sewer backups.
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St. Louis Experiences Record-Breaking 90-Degree Season and Warmest September

St. Louis Experiences Record-Breaking 90-Degree Season and Warmest September

St. Louis has officially recorded its longest 90-degree season, spanning 191 days from March 22 to September 27, breaking a record set in 1950. This extended period of high temperatures included September being the warmest on record for the city, with an average temperature of 78.4 degrees, surpassing the previous record from 2019. According to Jayson Gosselin, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in St. Louis, the month did not experience a single day with a below-normal average temperature until September 22. The city also saw three record high temperatures and six record warmest low temperatures during September. The influence of climate change was detectable in St. Louis' temperature for 14 days last month, as reported by Climate Central's Climate Shift Index. Furthermore, a heat advisory issued by the National Weather Service that ended on September 19 was the latest such advisory in over two decades.
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Atlantic Ocean Records First Hurricane-Free September in Over 30 Years, Attributed to Super El Niño

Atlantic Ocean Records First Hurricane-Free September in Over 30 Years, Attributed to Super El Niño

The Atlantic Ocean has experienced its first September without a hurricane in over three decades, a phenomenon attributed to a super El Niño event. This marks only the fourth time since 1950 that September has passed without a hurricane in the Atlantic, with previous occurrences in 1994, 1972, and 1962. While three tropical storms did form last month, none reached hurricane intensity. Tropical Storm Fay, the closest to hurricane strength, fell short by 4 mph, though a re-evaluation by the National Hurricane Center could potentially upgrade it. Typically, September is the peak month for hurricane activity, averaging two to three hurricane formations. This season's unusual calm has already set a record for the longest wait for the first hurricane to materialize, raising the rare possibility of an entire Atlantic season without hurricanes.
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A 'super' El Niño could bring weather chaos. What to expect in Wilmington

A 'super' El Niño could bring weather chaos. What to expect in Wilmington

A "super" El Niño is all but certain to form later this year, and that could upend weather patterns around the globe, including in Wilmington.
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With upcoming El Niño winter, get used to all this rain in Florida

With upcoming El Niño winter, get used to all this rain in Florida

A stalled front foreshadows what Florida's winter may look like under El Niño conditions with cooler temps, cloudy skies and more rain.
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El Niño-driven Kelvin Wave to Elevate Sea Levels Along California Coast

El Niño-driven Kelvin Wave to Elevate Sea Levels Along California Coast

A significant coastal phenomenon known as a 'Kelvin wave' is causing elevated sea levels along the west coast of the United States, particularly in California. This wave, associated with the ongoing El Niño event, is a sustained bulge of excess water up to 30 kilometres wide, travelling along the coastline at approximately 10 kilometres per hour. Oceanographer Dillon Amaya explained that the wave raises sea states and, when combined with storm surges, large swells, or high tides, increases the risk of flooding and beach erosion. Recent storm surges in Southern California have already caused damage to beaches and properties, with some homes rendered uninhabitable. The wave is expected to reach San Diego within the next week, further exacerbating the flood risk in the region.