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What in the Weather?

Dan Fillius; Justin Glisan; Madelynn Wuestenberg

This one"s for you if you want to understand weather better! Join Dan Fillius, Iowa State University Extension Horticulture Field Specialist, and Dr. Justin Glisan, Iowa"s State Climatologist, as they discuss what is happening in the world of Iowa weather. Every week during the main growing season we"ll discuss recent weather, its impacts on fruits and vegetables, and provide a climate outlook for the coming week in Iowa. Let us know what you think, though as Mark Twain once said, "If you don"t like

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34:16

8/15/24 - Pretty dreamy weather

What in the Weather? ·

2024/08/15

Hosts: Dan Fillius (ISU extension specialist), Dr. Justin Glisan (state climatologist), and Madelynn Wuestenberg (ISU extension climatology specialist). Current date: August 15, 2024 Weather history: Discussed extreme heat in Iowa from August 1988, with temperatures reaching 107°F in some areas. Current forecast: Expect mild weather with highs in the low to mid-80s and lows in the upper 50s to low 60s for the coming week. Recent weather: Nice conditions for the Iowa State Fair, with recent heavy

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43:20

8/8/24 - Mostly pleasant temps, mid-August likely a...

What in the Weather? ·

2024/08/08

Historical Weather Event: On August 8, 1897, severe thunderstorms hit southwestern Iowa, causing significant hail and flooding. Current Weather Trends: The podcast highlights a record number of tornadoes (129) for the season and an increase in severe weather events, including 31 occurrences of hail over 2 inches. Recent Rainfall: Central Iowa experienced widespread rainfall, with Pella receiving 7.67 inches last week and other areas reporting 3 to 8 inches. Temperature Fluctuations: The discussion

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16:47

7/30/24 - Hot now with T-storms; Temps and precip...

What in the Weather? ·

2024/07/30

Date: July 30th, 2024 Hosts: Dan Fillius (ISU extension field specialist) and Dr. Justin Glisan (state climatologist) Historical weather: On July 30, 1971, Iowa experienced unseasonably cool temperatures Record low of 47°F in Des Moines; some areas reached upper 30s Current weather: Heat dome over Iowa, dividing southwest and northeast Recent squall lines and thunderstorms Heat advisories in effect for parts of the state Short-term forecast: Continued warmth and chance of thunderstorms

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7/25/24 - Bonus Episode: Personal Weather Stations!

What in the Weather? ·

2024/07/25

Weather Station Technology: Dan's personal weather station stopped working, prompting a discussion on what to look for in a new one. Basic weather stations measure temperature and precipitation, but more advanced ones can measure barometric pressure, wind speed, and direction. Historical context: National Weather Service coop stations have provided temperature and precipitation data for 152 years. Importance of proper placement and calibration for accurate wind speed and direction measurements.

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26:59

7/18/24 Cooler weather and not much precipitation....

What in the Weather? ·

2024/07/18

It's Dan Fillius' birthday (July 18th), and Justin Glisan provides weather information from his birth date in 1980. The weather forecast for the coming week is seasonal with a 30% chance of thunderstorms and temperatures in the low to mid 80s. They discuss recent weather events, including a heat dome and a derecho that affected the Midwest. An EF1 tornado moved through the Des Moines metro area, causing damage but no injuries or fatalities. Dan shares information about a recent Zoom call organized

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30:56

7/11/24 - Hot this weekend, Cooler temps return...

What in the Weather? ·

2024/07/11

The hosts discuss a significant flooding event in Des Moines on July 11, 1993, which left 250,000 people without water for several day • Current weather conditions: Recent flooding issues are improving, with river levels falling EXCEPT: Major flooding along the Mississippi River affecting multiple locations The first 10 days of July have been about 4°F below average for Iowa Widespread rainfall occurred recently, with the state receiving about 175% of normal precipitation • Recent weather

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33:32

7/3/24 - Slightly cooler than average temps, more...

What in the Weather? ·

2024/07/03

Weather recap: Recent severe weather events, including tornado warnings and heavy precipitation in parts of Iowa Flooding has been an issue in northern, northwest, and parts of southern Iowa Weather forecast: Temperatures are expected to moderate back to normal or slightly below average in the coming week The weekend looks pleasant Cooler nights expected Widespread rainfall is forecast for the 4th of July, with 1.5-2 inches expected in northern Iowa and 0.25-1.25 inches in southern Iowa Rain

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6/27/24 - 1-3" of rain predicted; Temps cooler, but...

What in the Weather? ·

2024/06/27

This podcast highlights the challenges farmers are facing due to recent severe weather events and provides updates on crop progress and pest issues. Recent severe weather events: Significant flooding in Northwest and North Central Iowa, with some areas receiving 7-13 inches of rain over 72 hours Record-breaking river crests on the Big Sioux, Little Sioux, and West Fork of the Des Moines River, surpassing 1993 levels. Multiple funnel cloud sightings and weak tornadoes across the state. Explanation

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31:14

6/21/24 - Warm temps and 1-2"+ rain in T-storms

What in the Weather? ·

2024/06/21

•Historical weather note: Unusually cool weather and frost reported in parts of Iowa on June 21-22, 1902. • Recent weather highlights: Southeast Iowa has been experiencing dryness, reflected in the drought monitor. Northern Iowa has received about 2 inches of rain in the last two weeks. High wind events caused damage to greenhouses and tunnels in northeastern Iowa. • Weather forecast: Unsettled pattern with chances of showers and thunderstorms. Temperatures in the 90s expected early next week

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6/13/24 - Meteorological Spring in Review: Active and...

What in the Weather? ·

2024/06/13

Iowa experienced one of the wettest meteorological springs on record for most of Iowa (March-May 2024), ending a long drought that had persisted since 2020. It was the first time since June 2020 that there was no drought anywhere in Iowa, with only abnormally dry conditions remaining in some areas. Precipitation levels were in the top 10 wettest on record for 7 out of 9 climate divisions in Iowa. The wet spring helped replenish soil moisture, stream flows, and shallow aquifers, though deeper

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6/6/24 - I Never Ever Saw the Northern Lights

What in the Weather? ·

2024/06/06

We discussed the rare occurrence of the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) being visible in central parts of the United States, including Iowa and Missouri on May 10-11, 2024. The Northern Lights were visible much farther south than usual, including central Missouri, due to a powerful G5 class geomagnetic storm caused by coronal mass ejections and solar flares from the Sun Justin, vividly recalls seeing the Aurora in Columbia, Missouri, around 20 years ago during another strong geomagnetic storm,

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28:39

5/30/24 - Slightly warmer, near normal precipitation

What in the Weather? ·

2024/05/31

Weather History and Forecast The hosts discussed the weather history of Iowa in 1951, which saw unusually heavy precipitation after a dry start to the year, echoing the current wet conditions in the state. They provided a forecast for the coming week, predicting 1-2 inches of rainfall from thunderstorms across Iowa, with temperatures in the low 80s during the day and low 60s overnight. The long-range outlooks showed a warm signal for the next 6-10 days, followed by a cooler period in the 8-14 day

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39:40

5/23/24 - Near normal temps except for Friday night,...

What in the Weather? ·

2024/05/23

Justin Glisan, the state climatologist, provides updates on the current and upcoming weather forecasts, including precipitation totals, severe weather risks, and temperature outlooks for the next week. Madelynn Wuestenberg shares the Climate Prediction Center's forecasts for temperature and precipitation over different time periods, indicating near-normal conditions for Iowa in the short term. The drought situation in Iowa has significantly improved, with 66% of the state now out of drought

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5/16/24 - Upcoming week: warmer and wetter than average

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2024/05/16

Key points: Madelynn found a cicada in her driveway after returning from Missouri and sent a photo to an entomologist, who was excited as it could be a periodical cicada. On May 16, 1997, Sioux City broke both its record high (91°F) and record low (33°F) temperatures for that date, which is highly unusual. The upcoming week's forecast shows potential for wet weather, especially days 4-6, with around 1 inch of rain expected across most of Iowa. Next week should be warmer than average The 8-14 day

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36:16

5/9/24 - Where Crickets and Cicadas Sing...

What in the Weather? ·

2024/05/09

Podcast summary generated using Claude.ai and Perplexity.ai The conversation today covers weather forecasting challenges, severe weather impacts on crops, insect pest management for specialty crops like onions, and the unique biology and emergence patterns of the periodical cicadas in 2024. A discussion of Iowa's weather history, including a deadly tornado outbreak in 1918 that caused significant damage and casualties in eastern and northeastern parts of the state. A forecast for cooler

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31:51

5/1/24 - Active Storm Track continues + Tiling and...

What in the Weather? ·

2024/05/01

Summary provided by Claude.ai - There was some light late-season snow in northeastern Iowa on May 1, 1997, though only trace amounts for most areas. - The upcoming week's forecast called for an active storm track with 1.5-3 inches of rain expected across the state, especially in eastern Iowa. Strong thunderstorms and hail were also concerns. - The previous week saw heavy rainfall of 2-4 inches statewide, with higher amounts in southeast Iowa, along with some severe weather and strong tornadoes in

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4/25/24 - Is this year like 2012? Aster Yellows...

What in the Weather? ·

2024/04/25

Episode Summary Historical Lightning Incident: In 1902, a resident of Creston, Iowa, was struck by lightning twice during the same storm. Remarkably, he survived both strikes. The first lightning strike rendered him unconscious, but he woke up due to the ensuing heavy rainfall and continued his journey home, where he was struck a second time. Forecast for Iowa: The forecast indicates an active jet stream pulling low pressures across the state. Between now and Sunday, there’s a potential for

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37:22

4/18/24 - Seasonal Outlook: Pacific Specifics

What in the Weather? ·

2024/04/18

Outline Weather forecasting and climate change with an agricultural climatology extension specialist. Madelynn Wuestenberg shares her educational background and career passion in agricultural meteorology. Justin Glisan discusses Iowa weather history and forecast, mentioning late-season snowstorms and active storm track. Weather forecasting and its impact on crops. Cold temperatures forecasted for Northern Iowa, potentially impacting crop growth. Glisan and Dan discuss how wet soils can moderate

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4/22/24 - Weekly episodes are back starting today!

What in the Weather? ·

2024/04/11

Dan's Meeting Notes Dan Fillius, Justin Glisan, and special guest Madelynn Wuestenberg discuss Iowa's weather history, including infamous tornado outbreaks and recent severe weather events, and provide an overview of the coming week's weather forecast. In the second segment, the speakers discussed the potential for severe weather in the Midwest, particularly during the spring season, and the role of wind in these events. In the third segment, the speakers discussed the recent solar eclipse's

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38:08

3/20/24 - Cooler and wetter for the next week or two

What in the Weather? ·

2024/03/20

No summary, the Otter AI transcriber was having technical difficulties today.

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