What in the Weather?

Dec 18, 2024

This episode is a long one, but so good, with a lengthy visit with Craig Cogil at the National Weather Service in Johnston. We're so grateful for all of Craig's time and insights!

Forecast Discussion

• A system moving through tomorrow will bring snow to northern Iowa, with 1-2 inches expected north of Highway 20.
• Strong...

Oct 16, 2024

• This Day in Iowa Weather History (1880)
  • Severe storm with hail, high winds, and snow
  • Earliest recorded blizzard in Iowa
• Current Weather Update
  • First frost and freeze for much of the region
  • Forecast: Sunny, warm days (60s-70s), cool nights (upper 30s-low 40s)
• Weather and Climate Notables
  • Driest 7-day period...

Oct 10, 2024

• Historical weather event: Unusually early snowfall in parts of Iowa on October 10, 2009.
• Current forecast: Dry conditions with chances of frost in the coming week.
• Long-term outlook: Trending towards warmer temperatures after the frost event.
• Discussion of the U.S. Drought Monitor:
  • Explanation of different drought...

Oct 3, 2024

• Weather History:
  • On this day in 1938, temperatures reached 97°F in Onawa, tying Iowa's all-time October record.
  • Other high temperatures included 96°F at Little Sioux and Sioux City.
• Short-Term Forecast:
  • Current conditions are warm and dry, following the driest September on record.
  • Upcoming temperatures expected...

Oct 1, 2024

• This episode was recorded on 9/26, but is being published on 10/1 due to technical difficulties.
• The hosts are Dan Fillius (ISU extension field specialist), Dr. Justin Glisan (state climatologist), and Madelynn Wuestenberg (ISU extension agricultural climatology specialist).
• They discuss moving to a monthly schedule...