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Last Answer on December 24, 2019

Will hurricane michael hit auburndale florida

Asked by Tabby kelley over 6 years ago

I'll send you to the website for the National Hurricane Center for the latest information. https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/

700 Votes

Me and my co worker are in disagreement about what time is the hottest time of the day. I say between 2 and 3 and he says 4 and 5. What's the correct answer.

Asked by Mikael almost 8 years ago

Both! Earlier in the winter and later in the summer since daylight is longer. What do I win?

699 Votes

It has just hailed but there is no storm in sight. It isn't even raining. How is this possible?

Asked by Irisj about 9 years ago

I'd need a little bit more information, including location and time. That said, if you think it was not hail there is something called "graupel". https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Graupel

695 Votes

What equipment is used to detect natural disasters and or phenomenon?

Asked by Lynn over 8 years ago

For weather the primary tools are satellites, radar and computer forecast models that use weather balloon data and many types of other sensors.

691 Votes

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Hey Kevin! Another q for you. How do you read the Climate Predictior Cntr Global Tropics Hazards and Benefits Outlook Chart? Does each week showcase the full tropical storm path? IE Is the Sept 14-20 show whats occuring in a 6 day period? TY!

Asked by Missy over 8 years ago

Have to admit, I've not seen this product! Thanks. Yes, it looks like that would cover the movement through that period and is good news for you!

689 Votes

When snow is forecast, how is it determined what the accumulation will be?

Asked by Richard Ferstandig about 7 years ago

Different computer forecast models will give guidance on the amount of liquid. Snow totals are variable based largely on the temperature profile of the atmosphere above the ground. A general rule is about 9-10 inches of snow per inch of liquid, variable based on several factors, including forecaster experience in the area. Great question.

686 Votes