Weather Wise

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant talk about the cooler temperatures and the chance for frost and a freeze this week. They look ahead at a pattern that will feature a continuation of dry air, pushing some of the area back towards drought status.

March will go down as one of the warmest on record, although the month provided many ups and downs that is typical for late winter and the start of spring. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf look back at the month and preview the start of April as the next chance for storms approaches the Mid-Atlantic.

Coming off of a night of severe thunderstorms and tornado warnings, Monday night proved to be the first severe weather event of the season on Delmarva this year. Several areas experienced wind damage with the storms, including a few areas the National Weather Service will be surveying to determine if a tornado touched down. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant look at the event and discuss the mitigating factors that kept severe weather at bay earlier in the day and why the second round of storms ended up being the most severe.

With record breaking warmth spreading across the Mid-Atlantic and Delmarva, a potent storm system is poised to bring the first threat of severe thunderstorms to the region this year. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant look at the setup for storms and the big changes expected behind a strong cold front later this week.

With just a few weeks left in the winter season, a big push of mild air is expected to reach the mid-Atlantic in the coming days. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf talk about the temperature battleground that will be setting up across the area, plus a look at an improving drought outlook.

Rivaling past blizzards on Delmarva, the Blizzard of '26 will be talked about for years to come. Highs winds brought down trees and caused power outages. Heavy snow bands dumped snow at rates similar to lake effect snow events in the Great Lakes. There was even thundersnow! Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant look at the data from the storm and discuss how this nor'easter was classic textbook in its formation and how this coastal storm impacted the entire region.

Meteorologists Jake Grant and Erich Ahlf are back this week, discussing the slow shift back to near average temperatures across the mid-Atlantic. After several weeks of bitter cold and leftover snow and ice that was stubborn to melt, the next storm system is poised to be a rainmaker only as arctic air remains locked north in Canada.

After a "Miller B" type Nor'easter crippled the east coast this past weekend, including dumping a mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain across Delmarva, another storm is expected to develop off of the coast this weekend. While the storm track is still unknown, Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf look at the latest data and talk about possible scenarios for Delmarva, including why this storm will be a different type of Nor'easter than the previous one.

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant are back this week talking all things snow. They take a deep dive into the data that's suggesting the arrival of the first significant winter storm of the season for Delmarva and why this could be a massive storm for many parts of the east and southeast regions. They also look at the next batch of arctic air that could be the longest stretch of deep freeze conditions Delmarva has experienced thus far this winter.

Meteorologists Jake Grant and Erich Ahlf are back for this week's episode of Weather Wise, recapping the beneficial rains Delmarva received over the weekend and the emerging trend to a colder pattern for the rest of the month. With the arrival of an arctic cold front Thursday morning, Jake and Erich discuss why a major storm was not able to develop to take advantage of the cold air to bring the area a major snowfall. 

We're back with the start of season #7 of the WeatherWise Podcast! This week Meteorologists Jake Grant and Erich Ahlf talk about the changing temperature trend to start 2026. With a break from the cold pattern we had for much of December, the focus is now on lingering drought and the opportunity for some needed rain this weekend. Jake and Erich also look ahead to later in the month for any potential surges of arctic air.

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf are back this week to bring you the last edition of weatherwise for 2025. They talk about the latest shot of arctic air and any chance for snow to round out the year. Plus, they look at temperature trends into the first few weeks of the new year.

Meteorologists Erich Ahlf and Jake Grant are back this week to talk about the latest shot of snow and dissect the pattern that's allowed mid-winter type arctic air to take hold. They also look ahead to the change in pattern and some much needed rain on the way.

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf recap Delmarva's first snow event of the season and talk about the persistent cold pattern that may take us through the final days of fall. Also, they preview this year's Winter Weather Forecast Special, brought to you by Avery Hall Insurance!

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant are back for this week's episode, discussing the latest storm that brought snow close to the peninsula, and the chances that the next one will bring the white stuff to the shore. They also talk about a unique feature showing up on area radars called "bright banding".

As Thanksgiving weekend is upon us, colder air is once again taking over. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant talk about this latest cold snap and if it signals anything more significant in the coming days and weeks as we head into December, and move into the last few weeks of fall.

So far this fall, it has been a pretty dry period for Delmarva. This week, Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf discuss the arrival of some much needed rain to the area. Also, they talk about a shift in the pattern to more chances for rain.

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant are back this week to talk about the first arctic cold snap of the season! Although not nearly as cold as arctic air can be in the winter, this pattern may reflect a sign of where we're headed as winter draws near. The cold air also brought the first snowflakes of the season to many locations near Delmarva...even south of the area!

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf are back this week talking about fall foliage, nice days, but also a quick downturn in temperatures. The first freeze may be on the way for parts of Delmarva as arctic air spills into the region by early next week.

As another coastal storm forms off the east coast, the setup for onshore wind, high surf and some tidal flooding is in place for Delmarva. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant dissect the situation and talk about why it's different from previous events. Also, they examine the impact that Hurricane Melissa is having on Jamaica and Cuba and how this storm has become one of the strongest on record in the Atlantic Basin.

Fall foliage continues to deepen across Delmarva as beautiful October weather takes shape through the rest of this week, though it will come with some chilly nights! Meteorologist Jake Grant and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf talk about what they are seeing with the foliage this season and what to expect in the coming weeks. They also talk about newly formed Tropical Storm Melissa and touch on an unsettled weather pattern that may develop toward the end of the month close to Halloween.

Seas have just begun to settle down after a strong nor'easter battered the Delmarva coastline on Sunday, before making a very slow exit this week. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant recap the storm, including the potential for more nor'easters in the coming weeks. They also talk about why a nor'easter is different from a tropical system.

A seasonably strong early-fall cold front will signal a shift into an active weather pattern on Delmarva. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant are back this week to talk about the longest stretch of cool days since spring, and how a coastal storm this weekend will help protect the area from the latest tropical system in the Atlantic.

A unique and fascinating phenomena has unfolded off of the east coast as hurricanes Imelda and Humberto compete for space in the Atlantic. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf talk about the "Fujiwhara Effect" and how this will impact the tracks of both hurricanes. Needless to say this adds complexity to the forecasts, and Rich and Erich explore what this means for Delmarva this week.

An unsettled pattern brings high humidity and the chance for showers and storms back to the area, with more of a summer feel for the first week of fall. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant talk about the risk for storms for the late forecast, plus a look at an increasingly active tropics.

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf look at the coastal storm that's bringing much needed rain to the mid-Atlantic and talk about why it is not a named tropical system. Erich previews his latest fall foliage outlook web blog.

Seasonably cool air continues to dominate the landscape on Delmarva heading into the final days of summer. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant discuss this week's pattern, plus take a look at the tropics as the peak of hurricane season is upon us.

Meteorologist Erich Ahlf and Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek are back this week to talk about how a brief return to summer-like weather will take the place of the incredible weather the region experienced for the Holiday Weekend. And as the peak of the hurricane season approaches, Rich and Erich talk about the latest action in the Atlantic. 

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant are back this week to recap the effects Hurricane Erin had on Delmarva beaches. They also look at the emerging cooling trend that will take us to the end of the month with cooler than average temperatures. And with a fall feel this week, Rich and Jake talk a little fantasy football.

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek, and Meteorologists Jake Grant and Erich Ahlf all joined the podcast this week as Delmarva prepares for a brush with Hurricane Erin. They discuss the several factors at play that will cause big problems along our coastline as Erin passes offshore on Thursday.

Summer-like conditions have returned to the mid-Atlantic and Delmarva this week, with high humidity and the chance for storms. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Erin is poised to become the first hurricane of the season. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant break down the pattern change and give early insight on where Erin may head on its trek across the Atlantic Ocean.

Summer weather has taken a back seat to cooler temperatures and even some wildfire smoke to start the moth of August. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf are back this week to discuss how this lines up with the month of July.

Most of July has lived up to its seasonal expectations with hot and humid weather. But big changes to the pattern will bring much cooler weather to the east coast by week's end, kicking off August with below average temperatures. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant discuss the upcoming reprieve from the heat.

It doesn't happen much in July, but a drop in humidity has been a welcome event for Delmarva this week. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf talk lower dewpoints and comfortable nights...and also look ahead to the next surge of heat and humidity. 

Since the remnants of Chantal moved through the region, much of the mid-Atlantic has been locked in tropical levels of humidity. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant talk about how this has led to issues of isolated flash flooding on parts of the peninsula. They look ahead to a possible change in the pattern. 

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant are back this week to talk tornadoes and heat! They dive into the details of a surprise tornado that briefly touched down in Omar, DE on Monday afternoon. The setup was for heavy storms, but there was little to suggest anything more than gusty winds and a flooding threat. They also discuss the end of this latest heat wave and how the 4th of July weekend is shaping up.

This week, Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek is joined by Meteorologist Erich Ahlf to talk about the early summer heat wave that has pushed temperatures to record limits across Delmarva. They discuss how unusual it is to have such a dangerous heat wave in late June and how this stacks up against past early heat waves. They also talk about the relief that's in play for later in the week that will bring temperatures back to more seasonal norms for heat.

This week, Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant talk about the upcoming stretch of heat that will coincide with the seasonal transition to summer. They talk about how the heat will come in 2 phases and why the second phase will likely be the worst of the 2. With the oppressive environment, the chance for relief will be low, however severe storms may be possible before the end of the week.

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf are back this week to talk about the emerging warming trend. The highest temperatures and feels-like temps of the year are likely before another unsettled pattern shifts into gear to bring more chances for storms to the Mid-Atlantic.

On this week's edition of WeatherWise, Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf discuss the Canadian wildlife smoke seen on Delmarva the past few days, plus the cool second half of May and the upcoming warming trend.