Classroom

  • ASK THE METEOROLOGIST

    What is a “Sneaker Wave?”

    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

    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

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  • STORMWATCH 12 WEATHER IN THE CLASSROOM

    Download the 2012 Activity Book

    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

    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

    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

    Sunny Finish to the Weekend

    Sunny Finish to the Weekend

    May 18, 2013

    A weak cold front swept through the state this afternoon. Light and widespread showers developed as a result, but precipitation totals did not amount to much. Showers will gradually diminish from west to east towards midnight this evening....Read More

    Light Sprinkle Saturday, Sunny Sunday

    Light Sprinkle Saturday, Sunny Sunday

    May 17, 2013

    If you have outdoor plans this weekend, the weather shouldn’t be making too much of an impact. In fact, it should be fairly nice. A weak shortwave will move through Oregon Saturday, bringing very light and isolated showers first to the Coast....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

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