Meteorological Summer Starts Next Week

Meteorological Summer Starts Next Week

Author: Cliff Mass June 30, 2024 Duration: 6:17

I will provide the forecast, which includes the start of meteorological summer!


Every Friday morning, the clouds part for a clear and detailed look at the skies above us, courtesy of atmospheric scientist Weather with Cliff Mass. Cliff Mass brings his deep expertise and a genuine enthusiasm for meteorology directly to your ears, focusing intently on the complex and dynamic weather patterns of the Pacific Northwest. Each episode is more than just a routine forecast; it’s an exploration of the mechanisms behind our current conditions, whether that’s an approaching atmospheric river, a stubborn heat dome, or the intricacies of marine air pushing inland. You’ll hear thoughtful analysis on broader, related topics as well, from climate science discussions to the technology used in modern prediction. This weekly podcast serves as a reliable, educational resource for anyone living in or simply fascinated by the region’s weather, from casual observers to seasoned outdoors enthusiasts. Tuning in provides not only practical planning information for the weekend ahead but also a deeper appreciation for the forces shaping our environment. The consistency of a Friday 9 AM release means you can start your day with a fresh perspective on the world outside your window, all presented in Cliff’s accessible and engaging style. This dedication to regular, ad-free content is made possible directly through listener support on Patreon, allowing the conversation to remain focused purely on the science and stories in the air around us.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 141

Weather with Cliff Mass
Podcast Episodes
Why are there contrails? And the weekend forecast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:51
The sky is often covered by thin lines of ice clouds, known as contrails. In my podcast, I will explain why they occur and what they tell you about the atmosphere above. I will also discuss the climatic effects of contra…
Can You Humans Alter the Weather? And the Weekend Forecast. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:56
Do humans have the power to alter the weather? I will answer this question in my podcast. And I provide a weekend weather forecast for the region, including a strong front that will cross Washington State on Sunday and p…
Why U.S. Weather Prediction Is Lagging, Plus the Weekend Forecast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:12
In this podcast, I discuss a major issue: U.S. global weather prediction is lagging the rest of the world. Not only do I lay out the problem, but tell you why. My podcast also provides the weekend forecast for the region…
Weekend Forecast Plus Why is Texas Winter Weather So Extreme? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:47
In this podcast I start with the weekend weather forecast, which will be pretty benign because of the influence of a large ridge of high pressure over the eastern Pacific. Then I turn to the extreme weather of Texas, par…
Super Rain Shadow and the Truth about the Texas Cold Wave [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:28
In this segment I discuss the profound rain shadow that will occur this weekend, with heavy snow and rain in the mountains and relatively dry conditions over the Puget Sound lowlands and the eastern slopes of the Cascade…
Weekend Snow Forecast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:49
This podcast is about the expected snowfall this weekend, with the big event tonight and tomorrow (Saturday), with a look out into next week.
February Snow Event [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:52
In this podcast I talk about the upcoming major snow event and some of the challenges in forecasting it.