Shortwave isn't a secret signal for surfers. It's actually a disturbance in the atmosphere that can cause severe weather. We're looking at both common and uncommon weather terms and phenomena and ...

Southern Great Lakes region faces unpredictable weekend weather, with rain and storms amidst humid conditions, as a frontal ...

The storm will be the result of a combination of three strong pieces of atmospheric energy, known to meteorologists as shortwaves. Think of these shortwaves as protein bars for storm formation.

Expect a busy week of weather ahead! The most humid air of the year so far could filter in Tuesday and Wednesday this week.

Minor disturbances (shortwaves) spiral around the low pressure center. This will induce diurnal cloud cover in addition to a few showers, especially during the afternoon hours.

Thursday - As two shortwaves, or pushes of energy, comes through tomorrow, we find rain and snow showers scattered through the day. No daypart favors heavier coverage than another, but keep an eye ...

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Those shortwaves are upper level fronts that encourage warm rising air at the surface to lift more efficiently. TIMING Sunday morning-noon Sunday: Showers stick around, with occasional heavy rain.