Western Washington's North Sound Meteorologist Ted Buehner offers Puget Sound region weather information beyond the forecast and addresses listener questions in each Weather Minute Podcast.
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Listener Question - Do We Get Hurricanes?
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In the wake of Hurricane Helene striking the southeastern U.S., a listener asked - do we get hurricanes? This Podcast answers that question and describes previous strong damaging wind storms that have hit the North Sound. Could we get another such storm?
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Weather Cooperates For Fine Fall Foliage Colors
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It is that time of year again - when trees with leaves turn to their fall colors. This Podcast addresses how this process unfolds and how weather plays a key role, making each fall season unlike any other.
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The peak of the fog season is upon us in the North Sound and fog is often driven by temperature inversions. This Podcast explains what is a temperature inversion and how it forms.
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September 22nd is the fall equinox. This podcast explains what that means regarding the Earth' rotation annual rotation around the sun, and what it means regarding the hours of daylight.
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This Podcast describes what radiational cooling is and what the impacts can be, particularly as the seasons move deeper into fall and winter.
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September is National Preparedness Month - Are You Ready?
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This month is National Preparedness Month. The Podcast describes the typical hazardous fall and winter season weather, and offers resources to help you get ready for this coming colder seasons in advance. It is time to take action.
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This Podcast addresses this question versus astronomical fall, plus does it seem like summers are longer?
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Listener Question - Does Labor Day Weekend Always Have Lousy Weather
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This Podcast answers that question, looking back at the holiday weekend so far this century. The answer may be surprising!
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Listener Question - Why Do 100-Year Floods Seem to Occur Far More Often?
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A listener posed this question. This Podcast answers the question including why there seems to be more intense rainfall and hence, more flooding.
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Listener Question - What Is a Marine Push?
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A listener asked what is a marine push. This Podcast answers that question and includes the current cooler summer weather at this time.
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A Change In The Latest Seasonal Weather Outlook For This Fall
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The latest seasonal weather outlook was just released and it reflects a significant change from previous editions, particularly for the rest of this summer and into fall. This Podcast describes the change and offers the latest outlook and its impacts for this coming winter.
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The Peak of the Perseid Meteor Shower
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Earth's rotation around the sun is taking the planet through the Perseids right now. This Podcast describes when is the peak, what is the best time to see this spectacular show, and the history behind the name - Perseid.
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What Is The History Of The Phrase - Dog Days Of Summer?
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This Podcast describes where and how the phrase Dog Days of Summer arose as the calendar has turned over to August.
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July 29th - the North Sound's First All-Time Record High
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July 29th was the first time Everett hit 100 degrees, and that has been matched twice since. Is it getting hotter than in years prior? This Podcast describes what is happening and what it means for the wildfire season.
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This Is The Driest Time Of The Year...And....
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This is the driest time of the year historically. Yet it also creates an ongoing threat - wildfires and wildfire smoke thanks to a year thus far with well below average rainfall.
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The Latest Look Ahead at This Winter's Weather Outlook
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The latest seasonal weather outlook was just released. This Podcast reviews what were the results for the rest of this summer, plus a look ahead at this fall and winter, and what it means regarding hazardous winter weather.
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The recent heat wave kicked the wildfire season into a higher gear. Learn what records were set, what burn bans are in place, what the weather outlook is for the rest of the summer, and what steps you can take to avoid wildfires by listening to this Podcast.
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The First Heat Wave of 2024 - Steps to Offer Relief
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The first heat of the year has arrived. This Podcast reviews what steps can be taken to help offer relief from the heat including avoiding drownings and wildfires.
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Does It Always Rain on the 4th of July?
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This Podcast answers that question, offers the forecast for this year's Independence Day, along with fireworks safety.
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2021 Heat Dome Revisited - Could It Happen Again?
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This Podcast revisits the historic 'heat dome' the North Sound and Pacific Northwest endured in late June 2021. Could it happen again? Find out by listening.
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Why Isn't the First Day of Summer Also the Warmest Day?
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This phenomenon is experienced worldwide and this Podcast answers that question.
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Listener Question - What Is The Marine Layer?
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A listener asked what is the marine layer? This Podcast answers that question including how it dissipates, revealing sunshine.
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Safety Tips As Warmer Drier Weather Finally Arrives
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It's finally arrived - a long-awaited stretch of warmer drier weather. But we are not used to this summerlike weather. This Podcast offers how warm it will get and how to better protect yourself heading into summer.
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Why Are Weather Reports At Airports?
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Comedian George Carlin made a joke about this topic, yet there are solid reasons why weather measurements are primarily made at airports. Listen to learn why that is the case.
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This Season's Hurricane Outlook - Is It Important To You?
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The hurricane season outlook was just released. The North Sound does not get hurricanes, but you may have relatives and friends, or plan to visit hurricane prone areas this summer and fall. Listen to learn what the outlook offered, why, and what is needed to better prepare.
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Does It Always Rain on Memorial Day Weekend?
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This Podcast answers that question and the answer may surprise you!
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The Day Mt St Helens Erupted - I Was On Duty
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May 18th is the anniversary of the eruption of Mt St Helens. I was on duty that morning. This Podcast recalls my experience and the actions taken, including a unique phone/radio call from a pilot at the mountain when it blew. You've got to hear this!
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Warm Weather and Cold Water - A Drowning Mix
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This Podcast addresses the issue of emerging warmer weather and cold area waterways that can lead to cold water shock related drownings. Steps to take leading into National Safe Boating Week can help save lives while still enjoying the water are shared.
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Warming Up For Mother's Day Weekend
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This Podcast describes why the weather will turn sunny, dry and much warmer heading into Mother's Day Weekend. In addition given the time of year, what precautions to take when outdoors.
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Listener Question - Can Tornadoes Occur Here?
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Several listeners asked if tornadoes can occur in the North Sound. This Podcast answers that question and includes what to do if a thunderstorm with a tornado approaches.
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What is that thing over Mt. Rainier? Is it a UFO or a cloud? Learn what is really happening here plus its history by listening to this Podcast.
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Latest Weather Outlook Through This Summer
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A new seasonal outlook was just released. What does it have in store for the North Sound through this summer? This Podcast answers that question.
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Peak Season for the Puget Sound Convergence Zone
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You've heard the term. What is the Puget Sound Convergence Zone? And now it is prime time for this weather phenomenon. Learn all about the convergence zone by listening here.
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This time of year is the peak of the rainbow season. Learn how rainbows are created and how you can share your rainbow photos by listening to this Podcast.
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Monday is the Partial Solar Eclipse for the North Sound
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This Podcast describes what a partial solar eclipse is, when it will occur, will the weather cooperate to see it, and what special eye wear is needed.
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This Podcast addresses the question many North Sound gardeners are asking - when is the threat of frost gone and I can plant seasonals in my yard? Listen here for the answers.
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No April Fools! Time to Remove Studded Tires
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In Washington State, March 31st is the deadline to remove studded tires off vehicles. Learn why that is the case and what fine is possible if caught with studded tires starting April 1st.
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The Latest Spring and Summer Weather Outlook
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This Podcast addresses the latest seasonal weather outlook for the North Sound for the rest of this spring and through summer. It also addresses the chance for another Heat Dome like we had in late June 2021.
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America's Deadliest Landslide - 10 Years Later
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The Oso/SR 530 landslide occurred 10 years ago. This Podcast honors those who lost their lives, and reviews what happened on that tragic day. A new memorial will also be dedicated, commemorating those who died 10 years ago.
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The Spring Equinox - What Lies Ahead?
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The Spring Equinox is upon us. What weather is anticipated for the rest of March as well as spring and summer, and what may be the impacts? This Podcast addresses those questions.
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Early Spring-like Weather This Weekend - Are You Ready?
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The spring equinox is still days away, but this weekend's weather is going to feel spring-like. If you are an allergy sufferer, or have had no sun exposure since last fall, are you ready? Listen to learn the details about how warm it will get and how to prepare.
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How Is The Mountain Snowpack Doing?
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This Podcast addresses how the mountain snowpack is doing and can it catch up to average by the usual peak of the season - April 1st, plus the key impacts if the snowpack fails to reach average.
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Spring Ahead and Change Your Weather Radio and Smoke Detector Batteries This Weekend
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Daylight Time returns this weekend. This Podcast addresses the health impacts and serves as a reminder to change batteries in weather radios and smoke detectors to help save lives.
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Listener Question - When Do We Get a Regular Winter Instead of El Nino or La Nina
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This Podcast addresses this listener question. Listen to learn the answer.
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The Nation's Worst Avalanche Disaster Remembered
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On March 1st, 1910, the nation's deadliest avalanche occurred near Stevens Pass, Washington. This Podcast reviews the weather that led up to that disaster and highlights avalanche awareness and safety before heading to the backcountry.
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Around March 1st is usually the start of the North Sound's primary thunderstorm season. Learn here why that is the case and what steps to take to avoid becoming a victim of lightning.
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Big Weather Change This Weekend - Much Colder
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A big change in recent weather is expected this weekend. Listen to learn the details that also involves snow.
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When Is The Best Time For An Outdoor Wedding?
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Following Valentine's Day, I get this question all too often. This Podcast describes when is the best time period to arrange an outdoor wedding or other outdoor activities.
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Sunbreak - Where Did That Term Originate?
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This Podcast describes a commonly used cold season weather term in Western Washington and the North Sound - sunbreak, and where did the term originated.
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The Difference Between Rain and Showers
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These two terms seem to get interchanged all too often. This Podcast explains the difference between rain and showers. Ready to win that trivia game??
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