Experimental Musings

Science has advanced so much in recent decades that it’s easy to take it for granted. Like weather forecasting, for example. Today, a five-day weather forecast is as accurate as a one-day forecast was in 1980.

While winter is our coldest season here in Virginia, it’s not quite as frigid as it used to be.

The cool and crisp temperatures got us thinking about when we can expect Richmond's first freeze. Here’s a look at stats on the long-term record of first freeze dates.

Richmond had some extreme weather on September 16. We're taking a look at what contributed to the substantial and damaging flooding.

We're moving into a new season. No, it's not summer, but the time of year when we can start experiencing lower-than-average air quality.