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North Sound Weather Minute

North Sound Weather Minute

Western Washington's North Sound Meteorologist Ted Buehner offers Puget Sound region weather information beyond the forecast and addresses listener questions in each Weather Minute Podcast.

Does It Always Rain on the Fourth of July?

Does It Always Rain on the Fourth of July?

Jul 02, 2026 Website
This Podcast looks back at weather on the Fourth so far this century, offers the forecast for this holiday weekend, and offers safety measures when using fireworks.
Burn Bans Already in Place Across the North Sound

Burn Bans Already in Place Across the North Sound

Jun 28, 2026 Website
The recent warm dry weather plus the limited mountain winter snowpack has local authorities putting outdoor burn bans in place. This Podcast describes the situation, plus the weather outlook for the Fourth of July, and how to avoid fire starts.
Remembering the 2021 Heat Dome

Remembering the 2021 Heat Dome

Jun 24, 2026 Website
This Podcast reflects back on the historic 2021 Heat Dome. Could it happen again? Listen for the answer.
The Latest Summer Weather Outlook

The Latest Summer Weather Outlook

Jun 20, 2026 Website
The latest seasonal weather outlook was just released. This Podcast offers what the outlook revealed for this summer, plus what the impacts are likely to be including limited water supplies and a growing wildfire threat. Also, actions to take now are offered.
History of the Summer Solstice

History of the Summer Solstice

Jun 18, 2026 Website
This Podcast highlights the history of the summer solstice around the world, plus what weather is in store for the first weekend of summer, into next week as well as the summer weather outlook.
No AC? Using Fans During Hot Weather

No AC? Using Fans During Hot Weather

Jun 17, 2026 Website
Many in the North Sound do not have air conditioning. This Podcast describes how to take advantage of cooler late day sea breezes to help cool down homes.
Cooler Weather Ahead This Week

Cooler Weather Ahead This Week

Jun 14, 2026 Website
After late spring 'hot' weather, cooler weather lies ahead later this week. This Podcast describes the change in the weather pattern leading to cooler more seasonable weather plus what is expected after the summer solstice this weekend.
Record Highs Likely To Fall

Record Highs Likely To Fall

Jun 11, 2026 Website
The unseasonably big warm up this weekend will likely result in new record daily high temperatures. This Podcast highlights the warm up, the current record highs, hot weather precautions, and when will it cool down.
Big Warm Up Later This Week

Big Warm Up Later This Week

Jun 07, 2026 Website
The current cool unsettled weather is forecast to dramatically turn around with a big warm up later this week. This Podcast offers all the details including the outlook into mid-June.
Remembering the 1889 Great Seattle Urban Fire

Remembering the 1889 Great Seattle Urban Fire

Jun 04, 2026 Website
June 6th mark the date of the Great Seattle Fire. This Podcast reviews what happened then plus can it happen today, as well as what steps can be taken to reduce the chance of an urban wildfire impacting you.