Most summers, the polar jet stream retreats northward into Canada and weakens considerably, leaving the continental U.S. with ...

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The jet stream is a key atmospheric phenomenon that plays a crucial role in shaping day-to-day weather patterns. These fast-moving winds, typically located around 30,000 feet above ...

NORFOLK, Va. — Heading into the cooler months, we can certainly see some cold snaps make their way into the area. But what's going on in the atmosphere that causes these cooler-than-average ...

CLEVELAND — Northeast Ohio’s weather this week is a textbook example of how the upper-level jet stream can flip the switch between quick-moving rain showers and prolonged bouts of wintry weather. This ...

You’ve likely heard about the jet stream when talking about a flight, it frequently causes changes in weather across the United States and even in the tropics. This band of wind is often the biggest ...

If you’re flying east this holiday season, the weather will be in your favor. A screaming band of winds miles above the ...

South Florida could see warmer temperatures Saturday, thanks to the same jet stream that elevated the wind flow which has fueled the fires in Southern California. This upper-level low on the West ...

Even though we are well into December and almost entering the new year, it hasn't quite felt like the winter season.

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. As we head into a more active weather ...

WE’RE USED TO THAT. CHALLENGING AT TIMES. EXACTLY. IT’S BEEN A CHILLY JANUARY, AND IT LOOKS LIKE THIS IS GOING TO ROLL ON. IN FACT, WE PROBABLY HAVE NOT EVEN FELT THE COLDEST AIR OF THE SEASON YET.

This article explores the meteorological phenomena behind these cold snaps, particularly focusing on the jet stream and its impact on Alberta's weather. The Jet Stream: A Key Player in Weather ...