The latest seasonal outlook reveals where above-average precipitation is most likely during the upcoming winter months.

Strong precipitation may cause natural disasters, such as floodings or landslides. Global climate models are required to forecast the frequency of these extreme events, which is expected to change as ...

In research that could improve weather forecasting and winter driving safety, a University of Michigan-led study distinguished nine distinct precipitation types—varieties of rain, snow and mixed-phase ...

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The first three months of 2026 were the driest January-through-March period ever recorded in the contiguous United States, according to data from NOAA’s National Centers for Environmental Information.

The article details various precipitation types relevant to aviation, such as rain, snow, freezing rain, and fog, explaining their formation and characteristics beyond simple definitions. It describes ...

This study committee will consider approaches for estimating probable maximum precipitation (PMP) in a changing climate, with the goal of recommending an updated approach, appropriate for ...