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ASK THE METEOROLOGIST
What is a "Sneaker Wave?"
May 17, 2013
A sneaker wave is a large wave that typically appears out of nowhere along coastal sections. They form from very strong storms that develop along the eastern side of Asia. They can grow nearly as large as hurricanes but are not tropical. ...Read More
High & Low Pressure Circulation
May 17, 2013
Because the sun heats the earth’s surface unevenly it causes air to expand & contract at different places across the globe. As a result, air pressure is different at all points on Earth. It’s these pressure differences that cause the wind to blow....Read More
WEATHER IN THE CLASSROOMS
STORMWATCH 12 WEATHER IN THE CLASSROOM
Download the 2012 Activity Book
September 20, 2012
Want your own copy of the Stormwatch 12 “Weather in the Classroom” activity book? You can download a free copy to your computer. Print it out and enjoy this great, free educational resource!...Read More
JUST FOR TEACHERS
Teachers' Answer Key
September 20, 2012
TEACHERS: Download the answer key for the 2012 Stormwatch 12 “Weather in the Classroom” activity book here! The file is password protected, so you’ll need the password that was provided to you in order to open it....Read More
WHAT'S THAT MEAN?
Stormwatch 12 Glossary
September 20, 2012
What does Coriolis Force mean? What are Easterlies? Find out about all the weather terms used in the Stormwatch 12 “Weather in the Classroom” activity book. Download the glossary here! ...Read More
WEATHER VIDEO
Drastic Change In The Weather
May 21, 2013
A cold front off shore this morning will pass through the region this afternoon bringing gusty winds, rain and a drastic drop in temperatures. The limiting factor with this storm will be moisture with most falling along and west of the Cascades...Read More
Potent Storm Moving in Tomorrow
May 20, 2013
Severe weather has again moved through the heart of our country, bringing devastation to another town near Oklahoma City, OK. This time, it was the densely populated suburb of Moore, a city that has seen weather of this nature before....Read More

Current Weather Across Oregon and California

Summary of Oregon’s Weather

Summary of California’s Weather

Daily Weather and Climate Data
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Southwestern Oregon and Northern California (Medford Area)

West-Central and Northwestern Oregon (Eugene and Portland Areas)

North-Central and Northeastern Oregon (around Pendleton and Bend)

Southeastern Oregon and western Idaho (around Boise)

Hurricane Names