# Blog In this section, the Rain Viewer team has collected for you all the news about our application and useful informational articles and weather news. #### Blog - How Much Rain Has Fallen? Rainfall Totals (QPE) on the Radar Map Oleksii SchastlyvyiMay 20 · 6 mins readFeatured - PRO Radar Explained: Spectrum Width Chris "Koz" KozlowskiOct 06 · 4 mins read - Know Before It Rains: Plan Your Day with Weather Radar Chris "Koz" KozlowskiSep 22 · 4 mins read - Forecast Models Around the World: Which Ones to Trust Anastasia M.Sep 08 · 5 mins read - Why Radar Matters More Than Forecasts Chris "Koz" KozlowskiSep 02 · 5 mins read - Thailand Floods 2011: A Timeline of Devastation Anastasia M.Aug 11 · 4 mins read - Weather Radar APIs in 2025: A Founder's Complete Market Overview Oleksii SchastlyvyiAug 06 · 7 mins read - PRO Radar: Differential Reflectivity & Correlation Coefficient Chris "Koz" KozlowskiAug 04 · 6 mins read - Hurricane Emily 2005: A Timeline of a Record-Breaking Storm Travis HaleJul 28 · 5 mins read - PRO Radar: Radial Velocity Explained Chris "Koz" KozlowskiJul 21 · 5 mins read - How the 1936 North American Heat Wave Changed Lives Anastasia M.Jul 14 · 5 mins read - Hurricane Audrey 1957: A Storm That Still Teaches Us Chris "Koz" KozlowskiJul 07 · 4 mins read - The Role of Supercomputers in Climate Modeling Benji KwonJul 01 · 5 mins read - PRO Radar Coverage Expands to the United States Chris "Koz" KozlowskiJun 25 · 3 mins read - PRO Radar: Horizontal vs Vertical Reflectivity Explained Chris "Koz" KozlowskiJun 19 · 4 mins read - Weather vs Climate: Why It Matters for Every Forecast Anastasia M.Jun 10 · 4 mins read - Single Radar Is Now PRO Radar Anastasia M.Jun 02 · 5 mins read - Fujiwhara Effect Explained: When Two Hurricanes Collide Anastasia M.May 19 · 4 mins read - Hurricane Tracking with Weather Radar Anastasia M.May 05 · 4 mins read - Forecast Weather Smarter: Avoid These 5 Common Mistakes Anastasia MApr 28 · 4 mins read - Weather Radar Resolution: A Key to Sharper Forecasts Benji KwonApr 22 · 4 mins read - Heat Bursts: Nighttime Temperature Spikes Anastasia MApr 14 · 4 mins read - Rain Viewer Now Supports Multiple Forecast Models Anastasia MApr 01 · 3 mins read - How to Identify Types of Thunderstorms on Radar Chris "Koz" KozlowskiMar 31 · 5 mins read - How Temperature Inversions Affect Weather Anastasia MMar 24 · 5 mins read - DIY Weather Station Hacks: Enhancing Your Equipment Benji KwonMar 17 · 4 mins read - Reading Clouds: A Weather Geek’s Guide to Cloud Watching Anastasia MMar 13 · 5 mins read - How Does a Rainbow Form? Anastasia MMar 12 · 7 mins read - How to Properly Site Your Personal Weather Station Benji KwonMar 10 · 4 mins read - Derechos: Devastating Storms That Can Rival Tornadoes Chris "Koz" KozlowskiMar 07 · 5 mins read - How Rain Radar Detects Heavy Rainfall and Flash Flood Risks Benji KwonMar 05 · 4 mins read - How to Build a Solar-Powered WiFi Weather Station Benji KwonMar 03 · 4 mins read - Snow in the Desert? The Rarest Snowfalls in Hot Climates Anastasia MMar 01 · 5 mins read - How to Use Rain Radar for Storm Chasing Chris "Koz" KozlowskiFeb 26 · 5 mins read - How the Sahara Desert Influences Global Dust Storms Anastasia MFeb 24 · 3 mins read - Decoding Weather Radar Signatures to Spot Tornadoes Chris "Koz" KozlowskiFeb 19 · 4 mins read - Cold Days vs. Cold Snaps: What Sets Them Apart? Anastasia MFeb 17 · 6 mins read - Why Do Some Places Have 4 Seasons While Others Have 2? Anastasia MFeb 14 · 5 mins read - Five Weather Myths About Dust Storms Anastasia MFeb 12 · 5 mins read - Winter Weather Radar: How to Spot Snow, Sleet, and Ice Storms Chris "Koz" KozlowskiFeb 10 · 4 mins read - Understanding Dry Thunderstorms Chris "Koz" KozlowskiFeb 07 · 4 mins read - Is Snow Really a Blanket? How Snow Protects the Earth Anastasia MFeb 05 · 4 mins read - Understanding Weather Radar Images: A Weather Enthusiast's Guide Chris "Koz" KozlowskiJan 31 · 5 mins read - Is the Perfect Picnic Weather a Myth? Anastasia MJan 29 · 4 mins read - Polar Vortex vs Heat Dome: When Weather Gets Extreme Anastasia MJan 22 · 5 mins read - Fire Whirls: Tornadoes of Flame Chris "Koz" KozlowskiJan 20 · 4 mins read - How Thunderstorms and Lightning Impact Nature Anastasia MJan 17 · 5 mins read - January 2025 California Wildfires: Why Fires Happen Out of Season Anastasia MJan 15 · 4 mins read - Why Weather Apps Are the First Thing We Check in the Morning Anastasia MJan 13 · 5 mins read - Atmospheric Rivers and Their Role in Weather Systems Anastasia MDec 23 · 5 mins read - Weather-Related Emotions You Didnt Know Had Names Anastasia MDec 20 · 4 mins read - How Solar Eclipses Briefly Disrupt the Weather Anastasia MDec 18 · 4 mins read - The World Without Snow A Cascade of Change Anastasia MDec 16 · 4 mins read - Weather-Related Mysteries Revealed Chris "Koz" KozlowskiDec 13 · 5 mins read - How the Weather Shapes the Food on Your Plate Anastasia MDec 11 · 4 mins read - Microclimates Understanding Weather Variations in Small Areas Anastasia MDec 06 · 4 mins read - 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season and Pacific Hurricane Season Anastasia MDec 04 · 8 mins read - Books About Weather Must-Reads for Weather Enthusiasts Anastasia MDec 02 · 5 mins read - Top 10 Costliest Weather Disasters in History Anastasia MNov 29 · 5 mins read - Sunburned in the Snow: The Hidden Danger of UV in Winter Anastasia MNov 27 · 5 mins read - 10 Fascinating Facts About Fog Anastasia MNov 25 · 4 mins read - The Most Unpredictable Weather on Earth Anastasia MNov 22 · 6 mins read - Weather Modification and Its Ethical Considerations Anastasia MNov 20 · 4 mins read - Top 7 Weather Forecasting Celebrities and Weather Enthusiasts Anastasia MNov 18 · 4 mins read - The Role of Citizen Science in Meteorological Research Anastasia MNov 15 · 4 mins read - The World’s Top 13 Hailstorms Anastasia MNov 13 · 6 mins read - DANA Weather Phenomenon and Valencia, Spain Floods Chris "Koz" KozlowskiNov 12 · 4 mins read - How to Dress for Unpredictable Weather Anastasia MNov 11 · 3 mins read - Top 10 Most Weather-Resistant Plants and Animals Anastasia MNov 04 · 5 mins read - How Volcanic Eruptions Impact Global Weather Patterns Anastasia MOct 21 · 5 mins read - Animal Rescue Stories from U.S. Hurricanes and Tornadoes Anastasia MOct 18 · 4 mins read - Why Wind Matters More Than You Think Anastasia MOct 16 · 5 mins read - Eight Weather Events That Shaped Human History Anastasia MOct 14 · 6 mins read - “Feels Like”: Why Does the Same Air Temperature Feel Different? Anastasia MOct 11 · 4 mins read - Weather Phenomena Beyond Earth Anastasia MOct 09 · 4 mins read - How Altitude Affects Weather Patterns Anastasia MOct 07 · 5 mins read - How Meteorologists Distinguish Rain from Snow Anastasia MOct 04 · 5 mins read - DIY Weather Station: Making Your Own Forecasting Tools Anastasia MOct 02 · 6 mins read - How Does the Weather Affect Air Quality? Anastasia MSep 27 · 5 mins read - The Most Significant Tornado Outbreaks of 2024 Chris "Koz" KozlowskiSep 25 · 6 mins read - 10 Fun Facts About Weather Anastasia MSep 23 · 4 mins read - Why Weather Forecasts Are Not Always Accurate Anastasia MSep 20 · 5 mins read - Rain Viewer 5.5: Ready for iOS 18! Chris "Koz" KozlowskiSep 18 · 2 mins read - The Secret Life of Raindrops: From a Drop to a Storm Anastasia MSep 16 · 4 mins read - How the Weather Impacts Agriculture Anastasia MSep 05 · 6 mins read - Droughts: Causes and Consequences Anastasia MAug 28 · 5 mins read - Wildfire and Fire Detection on a Weather Radar Map Benji KwonAug 19 · 4 mins read - Inside Hurricane Beryl: The Story of an Eyewitness Oleksii SchastlyvyiAug 07 · 5 mins read - How the Weather Affects Athletic Performance Anastasia MAug 05 · 5 mins read - How Saharan Dust Impacts Atlantic Hurricane Formation Anastasia MJul 09 · 4 mins read - RainViewer 5.0: Temperature & Precipitation Forecast Layers + New Icon Anastasia MJun 17 · 2 mins read - 2024 Hurricane Season Predictions Anastasia MMay 30 · 4 mins read - Preparing for Monsoon Season in Thailand Anastasia MMay 22 · 4 mins read - Cold Spring and Sudden Stratospheric Warming 2024 Anastasia MMay 15 · 4 mins read - Tornado Season 2024: What to Expect Anastasia MApr 22 · 4 mins read - How Are Tornadoes Measured? Anastasia MApr 15 · 4 mins read - 2023 Severe Weather Overview Anastasia MMar 27 · 5 mins read - Main Facts About the 2023 Pacific Hurricane Season Anastasia MMar 19 · 12 mins read - New Global Rain & Snow Layer: No More Blind Spots on the Map Anastasia MMar 12 · 3 mins read - Thundersnow: A Rare Weather Phenomenon, Explained Anastasia MFeb 28 · 6 mins read - How Snowflakes Form and Why They're Unique Anastasia MFeb 12 · 7 mins read - El Niño and Weather Forecast for 2023-2024 Anastasia MJan 30 · 5 mins read - 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season: Key Facts Chris "Koz" KozlowskiJan 16 · 10 mins read - Top 5 Most Adventurous Weather Activities and Sports Anastasia MDec 21 · 4 mins read - Weather-Related Festivals and Holidays Anastasia MDec 10 · 5 mins read - The Science Behind Winter Weather Anastasia MNov 27 · 6 mins read - Hurricane Otis: Key Facts Chris "Koz" KozlowskiNov 20 · 4 mins read - Weather and Outdoor Activities: Planning for Success Anastasia MOct 23 · 5 mins read - What Is a Post-Tropical Cyclone? Anastasia MOct 11 · 4 mins read - How Do Wildfires Spread? Travis HaleOct 02 · 8 mins read - Introducing Live Activities and Interactive Weather Widgets: Ready for iOS 17! Anastasia MSep 21 · 2 mins read - What Is a Microburst and Why Is It So Dangerous? Travis HaleSep 18 · 6 mins read - Hawaii Wildfires 2023: Key Facts Chris "Koz" KozlowskiSep 04 · 6 mins read - Six Weather Myths About Precipitation Anastasia MAug 20 · 7 mins read - The Mystery of Fog: How Does Fog Form? Anastasia MAug 18 · 8 mins read - 15 Incredible Weather Records Anastasia MAug 15 · 5 mins read - Eight Weather Myths About Severe Weather Anastasia MAug 09 · 7 mins read - What Are El Niño and La Niña? Why Do They Matter? Anastasia MAug 07 · 5 mins read - The Wonders of Aurora Borealis: How Northern Lights Form Anastasia MJul 17 · 7 mins read - What Is a Tsunami and How Does It Form? Anastasia MJul 14 · 7 mins read - How Does Lightning Form? Anastasia MJun 21 · 9 mins read - Seven Fascinating Weather Phenomena You Might Not Know About Anastasia MJun 19 · 6 mins read - Introducing RainViewer 3: The Major Update! Anastasia MJun 15 · 3 mins read - How Clouds Form? Types of Clouds Anastasia MJun 05 · 10 mins read - The History of Weather Forecasting Anastasia MMay 30 · 8 mins read - When Does Hurricane Season Start? Anastasia MMay 16 · 6 mins read - Top 10 Deadliest Weather Disasters in History Anastasia MMay 09 · 9 mins read - Snow Storm in California, March 2023: Key Facts Anastasia MMay 02 · 7 mins read - How Hurricanes Are Named Anastasia MApr 23 · 7 mins read - Tropical Cyclone Freddy: Key Facts Chris "Koz" KozlowskiApr 05 · 8 mins read - How Does a Tornado Form? Anastasia MMar 27 · 9 mins read - How Does Hail Form? Anastasia MMar 20 · 9 mins read - What Is a Weather Front? Anastasia MMar 15 · 7 mins read - What Is the Difference Between a Typhoon, Cyclone, and Hurricane? Anastasia MMar 06 · 6 mins read - Largest California Wildfires Anastasia MFeb 21 · 9 mins read - Historic Fires Anastasia MFeb 20 · 9 mins read - All-New Radar Animation Player Anastasia MFeb 15 · 2 mins read - All Facts About Dixie Fire Anastasia MFeb 07 · 7 mins read - All facts about Hurricane Harvey Anastasia MFeb 01 · 8 mins read - History of Hurricane Ida Anastasia MJan 30 · 7 mins read - History of Hurricane Katrina Chris "Koz" KozlowskiJan 17 · 8 mins read - Worst Tornadoes In US and World History Anastasia MJan 11 · 7 mins read - RainViewer 2.19 for iOS: Better Experience with Notifications Anastasia M.Dec 22 · 2 mins read - How to Spot a Tornado on Radar Chris "Koz" KozlowskiDec 21 · 5 mins read - Main Facts About 2021 Atlantic Hurricane Season Chris "Koz" KozlowskiDec 13 · 9 mins read - Average Annual and Monthly Numbers of Tornadoes Anastasia M.Dec 08 · 8 mins read - Black Friday Around the World Iryna G.Nov 03 · 2 mins read - RainViewer 2.19 for Android: Notification Center and More Anastasia M.Oct 17 · 2 mins read - RainViewer Lock Screen Widgets are ready for iOS 16 Iryna G.Sep 12 · 2 mins read - RainViewer adds National Weather Service alerts Andy WolberSep 06 · 2 mins read - Welcome to RainViewer’s media partner: StormHour Andy WolberJul 07 · 2 mins read - RainViewer for Apple Watch Andy WolberJun 14 · 3 mins read - #StandWithUkraine Oleksii SchastlyvyiMay 25 · 2 mins read - Beautiful RainViewer weather widgets on Android Andy WolberMay 19 · 2 mins read - Storm Tracking: Now Available in RainViewer 2.11 Chris "Koz" KozlowskiOct 10 · 3 mins read - Precipitation Direction: Where Is the Storm Going Andy WolberJul 09 · 2 mins read - RainViewer on iPad: Radar, Weather, and Widgets Andy WolberApr 23 · 4 mins read - Looking for RADAR? RainViewer and Alternatives Andy WolberApr 20 · 4 mins read - How to Use RainViewer Widgets on Android and iOS Andy WolberFeb 24 · 4 mins read - RainViewer Released Weather Widgets With Radar Map Iryna G.Nov 03 · 3 mins read - RainViewer 2 Isn’t Dark Sky - and That’s Good! Andy WolberAug 01 · 2 mins read - Welcome to RainViewer 2! Andy WolberJun 30 · 3 mins read - RainViewer Pricing Andy WolberJun 30 · 2 mins read - Share Rain Radar Animation Iryna G.Jan 16 · 2 mins read - Contribute to RainViewer API Oleksii SchastlyvyiDec 11 · 2 mins read - Rain on the Map, But Not Outside? Andy WolberNov 18 · 5 mins read - How Tropical Storms Start Andy WolberOct 29 · 3 mins read - Tools You Can Use to "See" More Details About a Storm Andy WolberSep 24 · 4 mins read ##### Level: Curious Expert Skilled ##### Category: