Topic
weather phenomena
Katabatic Winds, Explained: Why Antarctica Is Earth's Windiest Place
Antarctica's interior cools so much that cold, dense air comes crashing downhill toward the coast. Here's how katabatic winds make it the windiest continent on Earth.
Virga: The Rain That Evaporates Before It Hits the Ground
Streaks of rain hang from a cloud, curl, and vanish before reaching the ground. It's a real weather event with a name, and sometimes a dangerous one.