by Wessel Wessels | Jan 11, 2019 | General
They may appear similar in many ways, but snow, ice, and hail are different not only in how they look and feel but also in how they are formed. We examine the main differences between them.Water in its different solid states develops in the atmosphere as well as on...
by Wessel Wessels | Dec 7, 2018 | General
Occasionally, the term “weather balloon” is mentioned during weather forecasts or meteorological discussions. For many readers, it may be confusing and unclear what these devices are and how they function.A weather balloon is defined as a device that...
by Wessel Wessels | Dec 3, 2018 | General
As children, parents often called us inside while playing in the rain to “prevent a cold.” We also played for hours outside on sunny days and got sunburned. But how much does weather really impact our health?So how much truth is there in these warnings and...
by Wessel Wessels | Dec 1, 2018 | General
Defining Gale-Force Winds And How They Are Formed Defining Gale-Force Winds And How They Are Formed In certain regions of the world, a strong, persistent wind can appear seemingly out of nowhere. It can make simply staying on your feet a battle. This meteorological...
by Wessel Wessels | Nov 26, 2018 | General
You often hear the term “Dew Point” mentioned during a weather forecast or meteorological discussion. We take a closer look at what dew point is, how it is reached, and its effect on the weather.Dew Point is defined as the temperature below which air can...
by Wessel Wessels | Nov 20, 2018 | General
Although some readers will be familiar with the Coriolis Effect, others may never have heard of this meteoritical occurrence. We examine this phenomenon, what it is, and its impact on weather and climate.The Coriolis Effect primarily describes the force generated by...
