Snow doesn’t melt based only on the air temperature — other factors like sun, wind, humidity and ground warmth play a role. Solar radiation and surface heat can cause melting even when thermometers ...

WASHINGTON, March 10, 2026 — No two snowflakes may be the same, but models that fail to take these variations into consideration often fall short when calculating the way snow accumulates on roofs. In ...

Ask the Meteorologist: How does snow get made at ski resorts? In the spirit of the Winter Olympics, we're diving into the meteorology and methodology of snow-making at ski resorts.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Snowfall and cold temperatures are familiar parts of winter, but sometimes — even when the thermometer reads below freezing — snow and ice still melt. Meteorologists say this ...

The 2026 Winter Olympics are in full swing in Italy. Although Cortina, Italy sits nearly 6,000 feet above sea level, snow making still plays a big part in the success of this year's Games. Other WRAL ...