AccuWeather Daily
AccuWeather Daily is a short podcast that delivers the top trending weather story of the day. Each episode provides a brief update on significant weather events worldwide. The podcast is produced by AccuWeather, a leading weather forecasting service. It offers listeners a quick and informative look at the most important weather news.
Episodes
Fall allergy forecast: Weed, grass pollen to surge in parts of US
AccuWeather’s 2026 fall allergy forecast shows weed pollen will be a widespread concern, while grass pollen remains highest in parts of the East and Midwest.
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Atlantic hurricane forecast changes as peak season approaches
The updated forecast calls for fewer storms overall, but the expected number of direct U.S. impacts remains at three to five.
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Shark sightings are up in the warming waters off Southern California; plus, a taste of autumn coming to Midwest and the Northeast
A marine heatwave is helping bring more sharks, including unusual warm-water species, north toward beaches in Southern California.
Also, waves of cooler, less humid air will sweep from the Midwest to the interior Northeast into early next week, but the setup will also bring gusty storms, downpours and a risk of flash flooding.
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Lake Powell sinks to record low as Colorado River crisis deepens
Lake Powell is now only about 30 feet above the minimum elevation needed for Glen Canyon Dam to generate hydroelectricity normally.
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Dangerous heat dome to reign across the South with little relief through Monday; plus, Lala floods Hawaii
Record high temperatures could be challenged as a heat dome sends temperatures soaring across the South. AccuWeather RealFeel® Temperatures will surge toward 115.
Also, flash flooding swept homes off their foundations on the Big Island, prompting a search and rescue late Saturday. Two-day rain totals have surpassed 3 feet in some locations.
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Lala could become the first hurricane to make landfall on Hawaii’s Big Island; plus, thousands remain without power in Indiana after derecho
A hurricane warning has been issued for the Big Island of Hawaii as residents brace for significant rain and wind from Lala.
Also, the destruction began Tuesday when a powerful line of thunderstorms raced across the Midwest, producing widespread damaging winds from Illinois into Indiana and Ohio.
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Cristobal spins in Atlantic, another storm may follow soon
Cristobal continues to spin in the open Atlantic and poses no threat to land. However, a budding storm much farther south could bring impacts to the Caribbean starting this weekend.
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Sesame Street takes on extreme weather with new special and family resources
The new initiative comes as Sesame Workshop cites research showing children born in 2020 are projected to experience 2 to 7 times as many extreme weather events as those born in 1960.
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Tropics showing signs of life in the Atlantic; plus, Spokane officials are warn of toxic debris after wildfires ravaged the area
Two areas of interest in the Atlantic will track towards the Caribbean, but dry air and wind shear may play a limiting factor.
Also, evacuation zones are shrinking around Spokane after destructive wildfires forced tens of thousands from their homes, but officials warn that ash, damaged structures and lingering smoke can pose serious health risks. Elevated fire weather will continue through Wednes
Fall forecast 2026: Summer warmth may linger US as El Niño intensifies
The start of autumn is just weeks away, but it may take longer than usual for chilly air to settle across the United States. Read AccuWeather's full breakdown of the 2026 fall forecast.
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Thick wildfire smoke causes dangerous air quality in the Northwest, plus, Hawaii could face tropical storm threat in mid-August
Air quality levels reached the very unhealthy category in eastern Washington Monday morning as wildfires in the area coated the Northwest with dangerous smoke.
Also, an area of tropical interest may develop in the eastern Pacific and approach Hawaii by mid-August, bringing the risk of heavy rain, rough surf, flooding and damaging winds.
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Much of East to stay steamy into middle of August in between storms; also, Spokane wildfires destroy more than 700 structures, force up to 67,000 to evacuate
AccuWeather RealFeel® Temperatures will approach the 100-degree mark later this week in major cities across the eastern U.S. as the dog days of summer drag on.
Plus, extreme fire weather, drought and wind fueled explosive fire growth as several blazes swept through eastern Washington.
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Good news, bad news for wildfire weather situation in western US
As fire weather evolves in the western United States, some dangerous factors will remain while some conditions may aid firefighting efforts into next week.
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Northwest wildfire danger remains very high as heat, wind and smoke worsen air quality; plus, 2026 tornado count: Illinois way up, Texas way down
Dangerous wildfire conditions are forecast to persist across the Pacific Northwest this week as areas of dense smoke and poor air quality affect the region and downwind of active fires.
Also, Illinois has already seen more tornado reports than it has in any year since records began, while "tornado alley" states like Texas are lagging behind this year in the annual tornado tally.
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August night sky has a rare double feature with eclipse, meteor shower
The first total solar eclipse since 2024 will be followed hours later by one of the most popular meteor showers of the year. Plus, an impressive lunar eclipse will wrap up the month.
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Western heat dome fuels growing wildfire, flood threats
A dangerous heat dome will push Southwest temperatures near 120 this weekend as wildfire danger surges in the Northwest and sporadic thunderstorms threaten flash flooding from the Rockies to the Great Basin and deserts.
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Atlantic hurricane update: How El Niño could reshape the rest of the season; plus a rainstorm will drench Lollapalooza
The peak of the Atlantic hurricane season is approaching, but the strengthening El Niño will play a significant role in how many storms develop this year.
Also, as long as a rainstorm with embedded thunder keeps moving, the Lollapalooza Music Festival in Chicago should not be a total rainout. The passing storm should keep heat to a minimum.
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15-year-old boy killed, 4 injured in lightning strike on Colorado summit; plus, a severe storm threat expands into the Southeast before shifting west through this week
The AccuWeather Lightning Network™ detected 29 lightning strikes within 5 miles of the Mount Blue Sky summit during a 13-minute window.
Also, a multi-day severe weather threat will bring damaging winds and flash flooding to parts of the East Coast before expanding into the Southeast and Plains later this week.
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Wildfire smoke spreads to Canada, Northeast as northwestern US fires multiply; plus, hurricane Genevieve becomes a monster Category 5 while Fausto slices north of Hawaii
Wildfires ignited by lightning are expanding across the Northwest as heat and drought persist, sending smoke across the northern U.S. and southern Canada and raising concerns over dangerous air quality.
Also, as Hurricane Fausto passes north of Hawaii with fringe impacts, Hurricane Genevieve is stealing the show in the Pacific reaching Category 5 intensity on Monday.
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Southeastern US waters to remain tropical-trouble spot in early August
While nothing is imminent in the Atlantic as far as tropical activity is concerned in the wake of Bertha, waters surrounding the southeastern United States remain a zone to watch through mid-August.
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Hurricane Fausto churns in the eastern Pacific: Is Hawaii at risk? Plus, after Texas floods, volunteers race to reunite displaced pets with families
"Hawaii will need to monitor the progress of Fausto, as it is forecast to move near or just north of the islands around the middle of next week," AccuWeather Lead Hurricane Expert Alex DaSilva said.
Also, from soaked kittens to dogs separated from families who lost everything, volunteers are racing to bring Kerr County’s smallest flood survivors home.
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Wreckage of Pan Am plane found 74 years after it crashed off Puerto Rico
Although all passengers survived the initial impact, only 17 people would be rescued, and the rest would be lost with the quickly sinking plane – a result that investigators would blame in part on a lack of safety briefings and that would spur changes in the aviation industry.
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Tropical Storm Bertha strengthens, to make landfall in Louisiana; plus, continued risks of severe storms in eastern US
Tropical Storm Bertha expected to track across the Gulf, bringing flooding rain, gusty winds, dangerous surf and rough seas from Florida to Louisiana and coastal Texas.
Also, the threat of damaging winds, flash flooding, tornadoes and travel disruptions to continue as severe thunderstorms sweep across the mid-Atlantic and the Southeast through midweek.
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Tropical Storm Bertha strengthens, to make landfall along Gulf Coast this week
Tropical Storm Bertha expected to track across the Gulf, bringing flooding rain, gusty winds, dangerous surf and rough seas from Florida to Louisiana and perhaps Texas.
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Earth's ‘Black Box’ will record ‘every step’ humanity takes toward catastrophe
A disused airport in Tasmania’s rugged West Coast will soon be home to an angular steel structure with a confronting purpose: document the ‘demise of the planet’
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Flash flood emergency underway in Texas Hill Country after rivers surge from extreme rain
The Guadalupe River at Center Point rose 32 feet in 4 hours and is forecast to crest near levels seen during the catastrophic July 4, 2025, flood.
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'Dangerous' air quality as thick wildfire smoke shrouds the sky for millions; plus, NYC's Legionnaires’ bacteria outbreak reaches 60 cases
Smoke from wildfires burning in Ontario have caused air quality to reach "dangerous" levels across Canada, and the northeastern and midwestern United States. And it could get worse before conditions improve.
Also, towers on 76 buildings on the Upper East Side have tested positive for the bacteria, the city’s Department of Health and Mental Hygiene said Tuesday.
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Could the US stop changing clocks? What permanent daylight saving time means
The Sunshine Protection Act would make daylight saving time permanent across most of the U.S., but it still needs approval from the full House and Senate.
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'Steam-cooker' pattern grips the Central, East as heat and humidity peak
As a heat dome expands from the Plains to the Northeast into midweek, residents are urged to take precautions to protect themselves and their pets against the uncomfortable and dangerous conditions.
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Pacific poised for tropical surge as Atlantic remains mostly quiet
Atlantic hurricane activity is expected to remain limited through late July, but the Gulf Coast isn’t off the hook; meanwhile, the eastern Pacific is gearing up for a burst of tropical storms and possible hurricanes.
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Texas boy struck by lightning while playing video games; plus, the next heat dome on the way for the Midwest and perhaps East again
A Texas boy struck by lighting while using his computer says he's lucky to be alive.
Also, a new heat dome is set to expand across the central and eastern US, bringing dangerous heat, oppressive humidity and AccuWeather RealFeel® Temperatures of 105-115 degrees next week.
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Global oceans break June temperature record with fears they’re headed into ‘uncharted territory’; plus, Neil the Seal returned to Tasmania
The planet’s oceans are at unprecedented temperatures for this time of year, breaking the June temperature record, according to new data, with alarming implications for global weather and marine life.
Also, Neil the Seal, the beloved 2,200-pound southern elephant seal , returned for molting season as officials remind people to keep a safe distance.
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Tornado in Alaska? Plus, a heat dome to broil western US ahead of North American monsoon
Tornadoes are extremely rare in Alaska, with only 11 documented since 1950.
Also, a new heat dome is building in the United States this week. This time it will focus on the West first, then shift toward the Midwest. Storms associated with the North American monsoon will follow the heat in the West.
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Atlantic hurricane season off to a slow start as El Niño strengthens
While activity has ramped up in the Pacific Ocean over the last month, the Atlantic activity levels have been on the quieter side. Find out what factors could lead to an uptick in activity as the month goes on.
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Extreme heat to shift west into mid-July prior to return of annual monsoon
An uptick in heat through midmonth will be followed by humidity as the monsoon kicks in later in July, keeping the risk for wildfires high. A high wildfire risk exists for much of the Southwest through this weekend and a very high risk for southeast Utah and southwest Colorado, where the largest wildfires are burning.
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Thunderstorms to circle massive heat furnace into Fourth of July
The same heat dome driving dangerous temperatures will also steer severe thunderstorms into parts of the United States before and during the Independence Day weekend.
Also, a sunrise view in Yellowstone National Park showed snow still clinging to the mountains even as much of the U.S. swelters in summer heat.
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Why heat waves can turn deadly: AccuWeather index tracks duration and intensity
As dangerous heat builds, AccuWeather’s HeatWave Severity Index shows how duration and intensity can raise the risk of heat-related illness.
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Asteroid Day marks 1908 Siberian impact as scientists prepare for surge of new discoveries
More than a century after an asteroid exploded over Tunguska, astronomers are preparing for a new era of asteroid detection and planetary defense
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Fourth of July week furnace: Dangerous heat dome for 250 million people
A major heat wave will grip close to three dozen states in the days leading up to the Fourth of July and could put millions at risk for heat-related illness.
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Fourth of July weather forecast: Heat, storms and smoke ahead; plus, two humpback whales traveled more than 9,000 miles
Millions of Americans will face a mix of heat, thunderstorms and wildfire smoke over Independence Day weekend, with weather threatening travel delays and outdoor celebrations across parts of the U.S.
Also, decades of whale photos helped researchers identify two humpbacks that moved between breeding grounds on opposite sides of the Southern Hemisphere, a rare crossing documented between Australia
Building heat dome could spark tropical development near southern US in Atlantic andGulf
Warm Atlantic and Gulf waters, combined with the edge of a building heat dome, could allow storm clusters to organize into a tropical system as July begins.
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France recorded its hottest day ever as a heat wave intensified across Europe; plus, 'Extreme' weather fueling erratic wildfires in western US
Extreme temperatures have contributed to deaths, prompted school closures and driven residents to cooling spots across France.
Also, conditions conducive for explosive and highly dangerous wildfire development will unfold later this week and persist through this weekend over a large part of the interior western United States.
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3-year-old Florida boy dies after being found in car; plus a massive Midwest heat dome brewing for next week
The tragedy underscores a critical danger that no one should ever take for granted. A vehicle can reach lethal temperatures within minutes. Every parent and caregiver needs to make hot vehicle safety a priority. Never leave a child unattended in a vehicle, even for a moment.
arts of the central and eastern United States will become as hot as a firecracker in the days ahead of Independence Day. Th
Illinois has already surpassed its record year for tornado reports ;Earth's lightning capital gets 22,000 strikes per day
The state of Illinois has already seen more tornado reports than it has in any year since records began, while "tornado alley" states are lagging behind this year in the annual tornado tally.
Also, a lake in Venezuela the size of Connecticut sits under constant thunderstorms for most of the year, making it the lightning capital of Earth.
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Next round of record-challenging heat on the way for Pacific Northwest; plus, a national park warns visitors not to hike between 10 and 4
The first days of summer will sizzle along the Interstate 5 corridor with temperatures set to return to the 90s F early week.
Also, Grand Canyon National Park officials are warning visitors of the dangerous weather conditions that happen on a near daily basis during peak travel season.
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A devastating cyclone wiped out 7% of the planet’s endangered Tapanuli orangutans
A tropical cyclone that pummeled the Indonesian Island of Sumatra last November, bringing catastrophic flooding and devastating landslides wiped out more than 7% of the global population of the endangered Tapanuli orangutans.
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El Niño could trigger marine heat waves that threaten Pacific Ocean wildlife
Scientists warn that warming Pacific Ocean waters and marine heat waves fueled by El Niño could impact marine life, including sea lions, seabirds and sharks.
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Tropical rainstorm near the Texas coast forecast to become Arthur
A tropical rainstorm that has been gathering downpours along the Texas coast is forecast to evolve into Tropical Storm Arthur. Regardless, torrential rain will lead to life-threatening flooding in the Southeast.
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Mysterious ‘cold blob’ in the ocean puzzling scientists. Could it be an ominous sign?
Scientists are a bit perplexed about a patch of water in the North Atlantic, south of Greenland and Iceland.
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Pacific Northwest hot, central US stormy, and flash flooding along the Gulf Coast
Temperatures will soar in the northwestern United States into the early week with widespread highs in the 80s and 90s potentially being a shock to sensitive individuals.
Also, AccuWeather forecasters are monitoring a new severe weather risk for parts of the Midwest at midweek.
Plus, pockets of heavy rain will raise the risk of flash flooding across the Gulf Coast states, regardless of whether tr
El Niño is here, and it’s developing earlier and faster than many typically do
There is a 40% chance that it evolves into a "super El Niño" with global impacts that will last into 2027, AccuWeather experts says.
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Heat, humidity to spur summery conditions, storms in eastern US this week
The combination of building heat and humidity will push AccuWeather RealFeel® Temperatures to triple digits in some areas this week, and may also help boost thunderstorm activity.
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Get Blue aims to expand clean water access as climate change worsens global crisis
The United Nations World Water Development Report 2026 found that 2.1 billion people still lack safely managed drinking water, and the burden falls disproportionately on women and girls.
Also, Tropical Storm Cristina will bring excessive rain and flooding to Central America.
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New research shows that heat disrupts animal brains; also, an active stretch of severe weather will unfold across the Plains
Multiple studies show that animals struggle to learn and become more aggressive when temperatures rise.
Also, strong thunderstorms could unleash damaging winds, hail, isolated tornadoes and downpours through much of the week.
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Tropical Storm Boris to make landfall in Mexico while Atlantic basin remains quiet
Forecasters are monitoring Tropical Storm Boris and a tropical rainstorm early this week, both of which are expected to bring flooding rainfall and gusty winds to portions of southwestern Mexico.
Still quiet in the Atlantic basin, but the Gulf could become the focus of tropical development towards mid-June.
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Google is seeking approval to release millions of mosquitoes in Florida and California; plus, Valley fever, driven by the weather, may kill 1,000 people each year
Google is seeking EPA approval to release millions of male mosquitoes in Florida and California as part of a plan to reduce disease-spreading mosquito populations.
Also, the infection can be deadly and is driven by a particular type of fungus which lives in the southwestern United States.
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Tropical Storm Amanda forms in eastern Pacific; Hurricane threat looms; plus, torrential downpours to raise flash flood risk in south-central US
The first tropical storm of the eastern Pacific season has formed and could soon become hurricane. Another area of interest has the potential to develop into a major hurricane and bring dangerous weather to Mexico.
Also, rounds of heavy rain and thunderstorms could trigger dangerous flash flooding in the Texas Hill Country and other parts of the south-central United States through the weekend.
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Eastern Pacific awakens as Tropical Depression One-E forms
Tropical Depression One-E forms in the eastern Pacific as a second area with a high risk of tropical development looms to start the hurricane season, while forecasters warn of an active year fueled by El Niño.
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2026 Atlantic hurricane season is here, but when will the first storm form? Plus, watch where you step at the beach
Tropical development is expected to remain limited as the Atlantic hurricane season gets underway, but forecasters say a shift in atmospheric conditions could raise the chances for activity next week.
Also, venomous Portuguese man o’ war spotted on Myrtle Beach as summer travel ramps up. Officials warn to steer clear and leave them alone.
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How ‘Pressure’ reveals the D-Day forecast that changed World War II history
A weather forecast would help determine whether one of the largest military operations in history could begin. The movie 'Pressure' starring Brendan Fraser tells that story.
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Tropical threat emerging from central Gulf to Florida waters
Warm Gulf and southwest Atlantic waters could support tropical development close to Florida in early June, while forecasters also track increasing activity in the eastern Pacific.
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Europe’s early heatwave is smashing records
A powerful heat dome has the continent in a death grip. A persistent high-pressure system is trapping hot air. It may remain in place for weeks and is a weather phenomenon made more likely and more intense by human-caused climate change.
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Flash flood risk, drought relief to grow from Texas to Carolinas and Georgia; a Mississippi woman died after vehicle was swept away by flood waters
Repeated rounds of heavy rain and thunderstorms will focus from Texas to the Carolinas, easing drought for some, but raising the risk of flash flooding and travel disruptions through the end of May.
With more rain in the forecast, drivers should remember: “turn around, Don’t drown,” when they cannot see the road under floodwater.
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State of Emergency declared for Utah drought after 'no-pack' winter; plus Hurricane season begins June 1, one area is being watched for development
After a winter with record low snowpack, and continued dry weather since, the governor of Utah has declared a state of emergency because of the drought.
Also, outdoor and vacation plans in a portion of the Caribbean and Florida can be impacted into the first half of June as tropical moisture builds, potentially leading to the first storm of 2026.
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Memorial Day travel expected to hit record 45 million despite high gas prices
An estimated 45 million Americans are expected to travel for Memorial Day weekend, but cooler temperatures could impact outdoor plans. Rain and cool weather gear will come in handy during many outdoor activities and ceremonies in the East, while the West and Midwest will be largely dry and warm.
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Why Memorial Day feels like the start of summer, even though it isn’t
The holiday weekend arrives before summer officially begins, but weather, travel and tradition have made it the season’s symbolic starting line.
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Memorial Day weekend: Downpours, storms from Texas to New England; plus, California gray wolf is spotted in Sequoia National Park
Millions partaking in Memorial Day weekend activities may face thunderstorms, heavy rain and flash flooding from Texas to New England.
Also, a 3-year-old female wolf that previously traveled to Los Angeles has been spotted in Sequoia National Park, marking a historic milestone for the species. The wolf is the first publicly known wolf in Sequoia National Park in over 100 years.
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Dangerous storms loom for millions from Texas to the Northeast; plus, Santa Rosa Island Fire destroys historic buildings
Damaging winds, hail and flash flooding are possible as rounds of thunderstorms track from the Plains and Midwest into the Ohio Valley, mid-Atlantic and Northeast through midweek.
Also, the human-caused wildfire has burned more than 10,000 acres on Santa Rosa Island, forced the island to close and sent smoke drifting into parts of Southern California.
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Winter to return to Colorado, Wyoming with more May mountain snow
Winter is forecast to make a second comeback in the Rockies as a new storm brings heavy mountain snow, travel hazards and possible power outages across parts of Colorado, Wyoming and Utah by the early week.
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Super El Niño could strain food and water supplies around the world
El Niño typically raises the risk of drought in Central America, Southeast Asia, the Sahel and Southern Africa, while increasing the threat of floods in East Africa and South America, according to the UN.
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Brain-eating amoeba found in hot springs at 3 National Parks: study
A new study detected Naegleria fowleri, better known as "brain-eating amoeba" in thermal waters at Yellowstone, Grand Teton and Lake Mead.
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Sudden summer weather on the way for Midwest, East next week; plus the first fatal bear attack since 1998 reported in Glacier National Park
A surge of warmth and humidity will push temperatures into the 80s and near 90° across parts of the Midwest and East next week, bringing mid-summer like conditions after a cool start to May.
Also, it was the second bear attack in a national park in less than a week and forced closures of nearby trails and campgrounds.
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Wet spring, more mice? The weather link behind rare hantavirus risk
Weather can influence rodent habitat, food supply and activity, which can affect potential exposure risk.
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One of the planet’s biggest cities is sinking so rapidly it’s visible from space
New imagery from a powerful NASA radar system reveals parts of Mexico city are sinking at rates of more than 1/2 inch a month.
Also, a roller coaster ride of temperature extremes in the northeast and and midwest punctuated by some afternoons worthy of shorts, but also mornings with frosts and freezes, will continue through mid-May before a warmer pattern takes hold.
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Southwest braces for next heat wave with highs reaching 110 degrees in Phoenix and Palm Springs
A building heat wave will send temperatures soaring across the interior Southwest, with some cities topping 100 to 110 F for the first time this year in the coming days.
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El Nino to fuel Pacific hurricane season, increasing risks for California, Hawaii, and Mexico; plus, Denver had its biggest May snowstorm since 2003
The Eastern Pacific hurricane season starts on May 15, and AccuWeather hurricane experts are warning that El Niño could promote a surge in activity in 2026.
Also, heavy, wet snow damaged trees across metro Denver while totals topped 2 feet in parts of the Colorado Rockies.
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Monster 7-inch hailstone confirmed as Texas state record; also, Illinois leads the nation for tornado reports
A hailstone picked up by a storm chaser in Texas nearly two years ago has been declared a new state record by officials.
Plus, after an unusually stormy spring in the state, Illinois is No. 1 in preliminary tornado reports this year, bucking the historical average.
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How Halley's comet fuels the Eta Aquarids lighting up the sky this week; plus, lightning may have sparked a fire that destroyed Florida marine lab
Halley's comet won't zoom by Earth again until 2061 but debris from the famous comet visit twice a year through meteor showers.
Also, The AccuWeather Lightning Network detected lightning strikes between 3 and 3:30 p.m. on Saturday near the Marine Science Laboratory building in St. Petersburgt
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May's biggest astronomy events include shooting stars
The moon will be the centerpiece of almost every major astronomical happening in May, including a meet-up with Venus and Jupiter.
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Summer forecast 2026: Heat, severe storms to shape the season as El Niño develops, strengthens
Energy bills could soar this summer with widespread heat predicted coast to coast. And as the season progresses, El Niño will have a bigger influence on the weather.
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