Precipitation comes in all forms: rain, sleet, freezing rain, and snow. Some even count virga, which becomes a gas and evaporates before it reaches us as raindrops. Hail also exists but forms ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Most of us generally think of precipitation in terms of three ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A mixed bag of winter precipitation is making headlines across the Southeastern U.S., ranging from snow and freezing rain to plain rain. Knowing the differences between these ...

In research that could improve weather forecasting and winter driving safety, a University of Michigan-led study distinguished nine distinct precipitation types—varieties of rain, snow and mixed-phase ...

Winter in Oklahoma can bring rain, freezing rain, sleet and snow. It’s important to know which type of precipitation is expected and the impacts of each. Forecasting winter weather can be tricky.