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What is the Polar Vortex and how does it influence recent extreme winter weather events?

2020 Atlantic Hurricane Season

Chris Hebert takes a look back at the 2020 Atlantic Hurricane Season

How to Prepare for and Withstand Record Cold Temperatures

Extreme cold has far-reaching effects, from danger from exposure to the elements, the increasing cost of natural gas and heating fuel (which are already peaking...

Here's what's wrong with the way we measure hurricanes — and how we could do better

The way we classify hurricanes could be misleading the public about how dangerous they really are.

Europe 2020 Fall Weather Outlook

StormGeo Forecasters share what weather can be expected across Europe this fall season:

Weather Alert: Hurricane Sally

Sign up to receive daily updates on Hurricane Sally. See how StormGeo can help your business before, during and after major storms.

North American 2020 Fall Outlook

StormGeo Forecaster Fred Schmude shares what weather can be expected across North America this fall season:

Hurricanes Laura and Marco

During the course of Laura and Marco's development through the storm's landfall, the StormGeo TropicsWatch team will closely monitored the storms—developing real-time, daily video updates...

NnG Offshore Wind supply chain case study

StormGeo started work on NnG in April 2019, providing the project with daily weather forecasts and access to the StormGeo Vortex portal to make important...

What’s in a name? Dissecting 2020’s “earliest named storms”

You may be seeing a number of news stories announcing 2020 as the year with the earliest named storm with a [pick your favorite letter]...

Despite Quiet in the Atlantic, Signs Indicate Hyperactivity is Coming

The Atlantic is quiet now for hurricane activity, and should remain that way over the next 10-15 days.

2020 Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast

Download this printable resource containing the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season predictions, including number of named storms and intense hurricanes as well as the areas most...

Hurricane Isaias

During the course of Isaias' development through the storm's landfall, the StormGeo TropicsWatch team will closely monitored the storm—developing real-time, daily video updates with forecasts...

Hurricane Hanna

Forecast updates on Hurricane Hanna. See how StormGeo can help your business before, during and after major storms.

Hurricane Douglas

During the course of Hurricane Douglas' development through the storm's landfall, the StormGeo TropicsWatch team will closely monitored the storm—developing real-time, daily video updates with...

Tropical Storm Cristobal

During the course of Tropical Storm Cristobal's development through the storm's landfall, the StormGeo TropicsWatch team will closely monitored the storm—developing real-time, daily video updates...

Early storms, Arthur, and what they mean for this year's Atlantic hurricane season

The last five years have each encountered an earlier storm than normal, and it looks like 2020 will follow the trend.

Everything You Need to Know About Hurricanes, Plus What to Expect in 2020

How do hurricanes develop? What conditions cause them to form—specifically, why do they need warm waters?Hurricanes develop over warm tropical waters, primarily during the summer...

[Webinar] Atlantic Hurricane Season Outlook for Oil & Gas | April 22, 2020

Watch our on-demand webinar and get an update from Lead Hurricane Forecaster Chris Hebert on the key global and regional indicators that shape the Atlantic...

2020 Spring Weather Forecast: North America

Hear from StormGeo Meteorologist Fred Schmude on what the different regions in North America can expect this spring in terms of temperature and precipitation for...

2020 Spring Weather Forecast: Europe

Hear from StormGeo Forecaster Beathe Tveita on what the different regions in Europe can expect this spring in terms of temperature and precipitation for March,...

The Consequences of a Cooling El Niño on the 2020 Hurricane Season

The entire hurricane season forecast can ride on one thing: El Niño.

Ask a Meteorologist

At StormGeo, we're known for our meteorologists.

[Webinar] Responding to Storms: Continuity Experts Share Their Lessons Learned

We gathered three emergency management experts from the top healthcare systems – HCA Healthcare, Medxcel and Texas Children’s Hospital - to share their key lessons...

2019-2020 Winter Weather Forecast: North America

Hear from StormGeo Senior Meteorologist Fred Schmude on what the different regions of North America can expect this winter in terms of temperature and precipitation...

[Webinar] North America Winter Weather Outlook

Watch the webinar to learn more about the winter weather forecast for North America, plus tools to help your business plan around the weather at...

2019-2020 Winter Weather Forecast: Europe

Hear from StormGeo Forecaster Camilla Albertsen on what the different regions in Europe can expect this winter in terms of temperature and precipitation for December,...

These Patterns are to Blame for Year-Round Wildfires in California

California has more fires, more properties at risk (over two million) and has had the 10 costliest wildfires in U. S. history.

Severe Weather Forecast for Fall 2019

Review severe weather occurances so far in 2019, and take a look at the upcoming forecast as we move into Fall.

An Expert Meteorologist Answers Your Tornado Questions

What conditions does a tornado need to develop? How long does a tornado typically last? How are tornadoes forecast? Answers to these questions and more.

Hurricane Dorian

During the course of Hurricane Dorian's development through the storm's landfall, the StormGeo TropicsWatch team closely monitored the storm—developing real-time, daily video updates with forecasts...

Hurricane Recovery: Restoring Business Operations

Part 3: We outline what you’ll need to relocate your operations if there has been a significant loss.

Understanding the Danger Area Around a Tropical Cyclone

For example, maritime transport in the South China Sea was greatly disrupted by Typhoon Mangkhut in September 2018.

2019 Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast

Download this printable resource containing the 2019 Atlantic hurricane season predictions, including number of named storms and intense hurricanes as well as the areas most...

Guide: Under the Weather

Prepare your healthcare facility for severe weather events with: solutions to the 5 major challenges emergency planners face, ways to overcome the 4 most common...

Hurricane Recovery: Phased Return to Work

Part 2: We list the necessary steps associated with returning to your primary work location following a hurricane.

Guide: How to Harness the Lifesaving Power of Twitter

Twitter could literally save your life during an emergency.

What Shippers in the Western Pacific Can Expect this Typhoon Season

The northwest Pacific is the most active tropical cyclone basin in the world, with nearly one third of all tropical cyclone activity forming there.

Hurricane Recovery: Assessing Damage and Staying Accountable

Part 1: We cover the steps associated with damage assessment and accounting for personnel.

Hurricane Barry

During the course of Hurricane Barry's development through the storm's landfall, the StormGeo TropicsWatch team closely monitored the storm—developing real-time, daily video updates with forecasts...

Why are a few clouds over northern Georgia being called a tropical disturbance?

Over the past two days there has been an increasing amount of attention given to a tropical disturbance that is expected to make landfall on...

Steps to Take Five Days Before a Hurricane Strikes

No matter how prepared you are, here are some last minute to-dos that can help save your business.

Tips on How to Stay Safe in a Heat Wave

Heat is the number one weather-related cause of death in the US and a leading hazard worldwide.

Being Smart and Stupid with Artificial Intelligence

For those unfamiliar with data science, what exactly does your job entail?Here in Oslo, we mostly analyze the electricity market.

Guide: Tracking Storms to Keep Your Business on Track

"Tracking Storms to Keep Your Business on Track: Hurricane Preparation Guide" will educate you about hurricanes and how they form, plus provide crucial checklists, resources...

Will Trust Develop Organically Between People and Machines?

‘Lack of trust’ has been identified as one of the critical barriers to a more widespread use of artificial intelligence (AI) and autonomous systems.

How to Estimate a Hurricane's Damage Potential

The Hurricane Severity Index (HSI) is StormGeo’s proprietary method of classifying a hurricane based on its potential for damage.

Is the Forecast Wrong or Are You Using the Wrong Forecast?

Hurricane Irma: Total accumulated precipitation September 9–12, 2017 

The answer is that what viewers were given was a deterministic forecast, the type most often utilized by...

Video: 2019 Atlantic Hurricane Outlook

Watch StormGeo Meteorologist Chris Hebert explain the 2019 Atlantic hurricane season outlook, including number of named storms and intense hurricanes as well as the areas...

Severe Weather Coming to North America as Winter Collides with the First Waves of Spring

Severe weather outbreaks are common this time of year, and portions of the U. S. have already experienced devastating weather.

Can Animals Predict the Weather?

Farmers in the Midwestern U. S.

Weather Satellites: The Technological Powerhouses of Weather Forecasting

Several of our meteorologists discuss how they use data from weather satellites, including the forecasting of tropical cyclones, Arctic ice melt, thunderstorms and ocean temperature.

Happy National Weatherperson’s Day!

Learn about John Jeffries, one of America's first weather observers, along with all the ways meteorologists affect our lives today.

Punxsutawney Phil Would Be Wise to Forecast a Long Winter

With more than 130 years of festive tradition behind Groundhog Day in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, the eyes of America and beyond tune in every February 2...

The Long-Term Forecast for Winter in the U.S. Has Taken a Cold Turn

Sudden Stratospheric Warning events are marked by a rise in temperature within the stratosphere thanks to broad weather patterns in the troposphere.

Heavy Snowstorm Marks Start of Winter in Eastern U.S.

Three weeks into winter, many in the U. S.

The Scandinavian Lifestyle to Help You Get Through Winter

We talked to some of our Scandinavian colleagues here about what "hygge" means to them, along with how others around the world can jump on...

2019 Winter Seasonal Forecast Video - Europe

StormGeo senior meteorologist Frode Korneliussen has developed a new method that has hit a bullseye in previous years’ forecasts.

When Weather Becomes a Passion

Roar Inge Hansen, the first meteorologist hired at StormGeo, takes us on a trip up into the Norwegian mountains to check on his rain gauges...

Recap of the 2018 Hurricane Season, Plus a Look at 2019

As the six-month Atlantic Hurricane Season comes to an end this week (the official last day is November 30th), we’ve asked our hurricane experts to...

Interesting Facts About Hurricanes

Curious as to how hurricanes gather strength and if global warming is affecting the number, size or power of hurricanes? Answers to these and other...

Hurricane Size a Bigger Threat than Category Number

While a Category 5 hurricane sounds more terrifying than a Category 3, the latter often causes more devastation.

Why and How Do Deserts Form?

What causes the lack of rain in a desert? What makes a desert hot? The answers to these and more. .

Hurricane Michael

During the first weeks of October, Hurricane Michael ravaged the Southeast U. S.

Rare Mediterranean Hurricane Threatens Italy, Greece and Turkey

As low pressure begins to take hold in the Mediterranean Sea near the Libyan Coast, StormGeo meteorologists expect the low to strengthen, potentially becoming a...

Hurricane Florence

During the course of Hurricane Florence's development through the storm's landfall, the StormGeo TropicsWatch team closely monitored the storm — developing real-time, daily video updates...

Typhoon Jebi

During the course of Typhoon Jebi's development through the storm's landfall, the StormGeo TropicsWatch team closely monitored the storm — developing real-time, daily forecast updates...

The Business Risks of Relying on Weather Apps

Your weather app of choice can help you decide what to wear, where to go, when to change plans, etc.

Shifting weather patterns fueled the fires in Portugal. What’s to come?

The atmospheric pattern over the North Atlantic is affecting the weather over Europe in an interesting way.

The Sahara Desert Plays a Major Role in Atlantic Hurricane Development

Deserts and Africa aren’t typically associated with hurricane development, but together they significantly influence the Atlantic hurricane season.

How Developing a Drought Monitor System Helped Farmers Get the Support They Needed

In New Zealand, agriculture is a huge part of the economy — it contributes two-thirds of their exports and roughly 42% of the country is...

What Constitutes a Heat Wave Around the World?

Defining a heat wave can vary depending on season, place, and what typical conditions are in both.

The End of the California Drought May Have Added Fuel to this Season’s Wildfires

There are plausible, scientific reasons as to why California and wildfires seemingly go hand-in-hand.

The State of the Atlantic Tropics, an Updated Storm Forecast

As we move into mid-July, hurricane season has been seasonably quiet across the tropics.

What caused the recent heat wave over the US (and what's coming)?

Heat waves like the ones last week over the Midwest, Northeast and Western US are typically triggered by a strong upper-level high pressure area centered...

A Turbulent Spring: Europe and the US Face Temperature Swings and Storms

For weeks now, unseasonably warm temperatures have settled across much earlier than anticipated.

A Possible Early Start for the 2018 Atlantic Hurricane Season

Originally posted: May 15, 2018

Weather patterns are always changing, we will continue to monitor these storms using TropicsWatch  and update this post with new information....

Worldwide Weather Update: Intense Snowfall Hits US while Heat Swells Arrive in Europe

In the Great Lakes and upper Mississippi Valley, snow this late in the season is not rare.

Nor’easters are not exactly unusual, but a Nor’THREEster (FOUR’easter?) is quite unusual indeed

As the East Coast is undergoing its fourth nor’easter in just three weeks, it’s timely to take a closer look at these legendary storms.

A Tale of Two Storms

In this video, StormGeo's Chris Hebert discusses:

The path of two back-to-back hurricanes & damage statistics (to date)
How StormGeo beat out the National Hurricane Center (NHC)...