Tag Archives: Summer

Was the Forecast of Irene a Success?

Posted on September 4, 2011 by Weather Guys Editor

The emergency response and warnings prompted by the approach of Hurricane Irene along the East Coast last week has, sadly but predictably, become a subject of much controversy . . . Continue reading →

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How Uncomfortable has this Summer Been?

Posted on August 14, 2011 by Weather Guys Editor

After what seems like forever to most of us, this past week finally brought some relief from the almost uninterrupted heat and humidity of July and early August . . . Continue reading →

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What is a Heat Wave?

Posted on July 24, 2011 by Weather Guys Editor

Heat waves are caused by very hot, stagnant air masses. Regions that suffer under intense hot spells are usually dominated by a surface high-pressure system with a mid-tropospheric ridge aloft . . . Continue reading →

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What is the Midwest’s hottest summer on record?

Posted on July 10, 2011 by Weather Guys Editor

Though it has been hot and humid lately in southern Wisconsin, this summer has been relatively mild compared to previous summers.

Since June 1 in Madison, the daily average temperature has been . . . Continue reading →

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What is the Heat Index?

Posted on June 19, 2011 by Weather Guys Editor

The heat index, or apparent temperature index, indicates how hot it feels. It is expressed as a function of air temperature and the relative humidity. . . Continue reading →

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