Graupel: The winter wonder you’ve never heard of
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Graupel is a weather phenomenon that often gets mistaken for snow, but it’s actually quite different. Sometimes referred to as “ice pellets,” graupel has a distinct texture that ...
Unsung heroes brave the bitter cold to keep Pittsburgh moving
Timothy Jones knows cold. But bundled in a heavy coat and snug-fit, black wool cap, the Shaler man appeared unfazed Tuesday morning as he quietly paced in one of the region’s coldest spots: a narrow ...
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How to tell the difference between sleet and graupel in Houston’s rare winter storm
As Houstonians wake up to a rare winter storm blanketing the area, many are experiencing unfamiliar weather phenomena. Sleet and graupel, two types of icy precipitation, are often confused for one ...
Freezing Rain, then Ice Pellets, Then Light Snow
During this evening, temperatures are above freezing in the clouds with rain falling from the clouds. As the temperature ...
Ice pellets reported in Kingsville on Monday
A KIII viewer says that ice is on the ground in the Kingsville area. The ice was reported around 11:33 a.m. on Monday. You ...