Late-fall into winter is when the lake-effect snow machine kicks into gear again — and it's not just around the Great Lakes. Let's dive into the science behind lake-effect snow, how it creates such ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated.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. NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Winter weather often ...

There are many forms of winter precipitation like snow, sleet, and freezing rain, but have you ever wondered what the differences are and how they form? Here are three common ones. Snow is the classic ...

Sleet vs hail: What is the difference? Sleet and hail may both fall from the sky as ice, but they differ significantly in their formation, size, and the weather conditions under which they occur.

It's the time of year for questions about how snow forms in the clouds. There are two ways snow can begin to form clouds. When the air is very cold (less than -40 F) water vapor can convert directly ...

LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — When forecasting snow, meteorologists in Michigan have to consider the Great Lakes. Here is how lake effect snow forms and what it can mean for your winter.

It's looking increasingly likely that south Louisiana could get historic and potentially record-breaking amounts of snow Tuesday, but forecasters with the National Weather Service have been expecting ...

First Alert Meteorologist Callie Zanandrie shows how snow forms and how to make it snow in your house regardless of the weather outside, in this edition of First Alert Weather School.

Lake effect snowstorms hit Great Lakes region hard Learn how lake effect snow forms and why low ice cover on the Great Lakes means more snow for the Midwest and upstate New York.

Snow is in the forecast for Monday, and plenty of you are crossing your fingers (and maybe even your toes) hoping your neighborhood transforms into a winter wonderland. But will it really happen?

NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Winter weather often brings a mix of precipitation that can turn a simple forecast into a complex puzzle. From snow-covered landscapes to slick icy roads, understanding the ...