FOX 12 Weather Podcast: Recent Episodes
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We recap the snow (or lack of it?) this week, and check out more cold weather next week. Plus, everything you MUST know about snowflakes.
Welcome Payton! Mark and Camila introduce you to our newest weather team member, plus the gang discusses the unusually dry January, when we could see our first snowflakes in the lowlands, and don't even get Camila started on generic weather apps (too late).
Mark and Camila discuss drier-than-normal January (so far) and take a dive into “cold snap or no cold snap”? Plus, we've got the term of the week and more information than you could possibly want on hair ice.
Camila is back! We cover winter so far, revisit some historic January cold spells, plus rumors of cold later this month? We cover it all in this episode.
Chief meteorologist Mark Nelsen covers December so far, the offshore quake, plus explains what a “dirty ridge” pattern is as we head into the final weeks of 2024
Tornadoes, Windstorms, & Big Snow! Mark and Katie discuss not one but TWO tornadoes in the past couple of weeks. Plus, a look ahead to Thanksgiving week.
November is almost here! Mark and Katie talk mountain snow, wet lowlands, and why we aren't seeing any stormy weather early in the month.
It’s the winter outlook episode, what might La Niña send our way this year? Plus, Wes Thelen from the Cascades Volcano Observatory will be here to answer your questions about Mt. Adams and other volcanoes.
Mark and Katie wrap up September stats, our unusually warm/dry October weather. Plus, how about some “fall streak” and “water year” chat?
It’s not “goodbye”, but “see you down the road” for one weather team member today. We’ve also got ENZO pics and an ENSO update. Confused? The guys and Katie sort that out, along with some fire stats.
It’s just the guys today, as we cover what appears to be the beginning of fall. That includes more rain ahead plus impact on fire season.
A hot Friday means we've got all the stats and will cover the big changes ahead for mid-September. PLUS, we've got a special guest from our past, a former team member that's been busy dealing with tornadoes all summer!
It's almost Labor Day weekend! Mark, Katie and Camila discuss the late-month heat wave, how cooler weather has slowed fire season almost to a halt, your early September outlook, and what goes down in the FOX 12 parking lot from time to time.
The guys and Katie bask in the afterglow of Saturday's wild weather, plus look ahead to late week showers and big warmup heading toward Labor Day.
After weeks of hot and mostly stable weather, Mark, Jeff and Camila have an exciting pattern change to discuss in episode 112! Rain and thunderstorms are in the weekend forecast, plus a cooler long-range outlook and some amazing viewer photos.
Jeff, Mark and Camila have all your hot stats as we kick off August with another scorcher. Plus- an update on fire season, La Nina watch, and a fact about Mark you maybe never needed to know.
Fire season is really escalating across the Pacific Northwest, especially in Oregon. Jeff, Mark & Camila take a close look at where the big fires are burning and reflect on our record warm July. The gang is also tracking the possibility of rain next week. And did a famous boxer submit a weather photo? Find out in this week's episode of the Fox 12 Weather Podcast.
Mark returns from vacation and has quite the story to share from mountain biking. Plus, the guys talk about recent thunderstorms, hottest July (so far) on record, fire season stats and the outlook for the rest of the month.
Jeff & Camila recap the early July heat wave, a record-warm start to the month, nearby wildfires and the long-range forecast.
Our first heat wave is underway across the region, and boy is it going to be a long one! Jeff is flying solo on this podcast with the details regarding this heat wave, the long-range forecast, Hurricane Beryl, and some great viewer photos.
Jeff and Camila have a lot to cover this week, including a preliminary June recap, our historic June heat wave 3 years ago, incoming heat next week, and a tropical update.
ew weather radars may be scanning skies in our region soon. We’re talking to the CEO of Climavision, a company at the forefront of high-res forecast modeling. They are filling those pesky “radar gaps” too!
Almost live from Myrtle Beach South Carolina, the guys report on the AMS Broadcasters Conference. Plus cooler and showery weekend ahead back in the PACNW.
Did you know there is a vast network of cameras installed across the region to detect wildfire? We talk to Professor Doug Toomey about those, plus cover the big warmup on the way.
May is ending, but what about June? The weather gang discusses the soaking ahead, then heat, as "meteorological summer" arrives.
Just the guys today, so how about some “orographic flow”? Plus, weekend outlook, hints of warming heading into June, and in-depth hail chat.
We’ve lined up two special guests from FOX12’s past in our big 100th episode. Plus, northern lights and cooling trend ahead.
Thermal troughs, Northern Lights, & Tornadoes. A little bit of everything to go with the warmest weather of the season.
Today it’s just the guys! We’re covering La Niña’s rise plus El Niño’s demise, soaking wet weather, and strong hints of warm/dry conditions ahead.
Jeff and Camila talk about a warm and dry April (so far), a much-needed weather pattern change, the weather term of the week, and some fantastic viewer photos.
Recap Thursday”! How did El Niño winter turn out? A freak April snow two years ago, plus some “water year” chat.
Jeff and Camila talk about how long rain and mountain snow will linger & discuss a warm up coming next week. Plus, an update on where Mark is traveling to.
Mark, Jeff and Camila talk about the showery and unstable weather pattern and the change coming just in time for Easter weekend! Plus- eclipses, earthquakes, and a pop quiz, oh my!
The guys and Katie recap the historic March “heat”, then take a close look at Oregon’s spring break weather. Some surprising mountain snow stats too!
Sunny, dry weather is here! Mark and Katie talk about how warm it'll get during this March "heat spell," gardening tips, and- oh! Is that Camila battling technology issues?
Mark, Jeff and Camila discuss the big snow numbers in the Cascades and the glimmer of spring coming up next week. Plus, a new way to forecast for our region's many microclimates!
Mark and the ladies cover the big (not really) morning snowfall plus upcoming cold showers this weekend. But is there any warm spring weather heading into March? Plus, what the heck is an "anafront"? An explanation.
Mark, Jeff and Camila skirt an audio debacle and buckle down on what's ahead-- tons of mountain snow next week! Lowland snow chances and the status of El Niño also make the topic list for episode 90.
The guys and Camila recap a strange Valentine's Day forecast. Why a metro area Winter Weather Advisory when the forecast was for rain? Plus, what we're seeing through the rest of February.
Rainbows, east wind gusts, and...snow tires? Jeff, Mark and Katie discuss what's ahead as we move into the latter half of February.
It's Groundhog Day! We've got weather predictions from the rodents plus some warm/dry looking weather models heading into mid-February. And, do wet get lowland snow in El Niño winters in February and March?
Jeff Forgeron is back for our final January episode! An in-depth look at what went right (and wrong) with cold/wind/ice storms, and unusually warm weather ahead, plus find out what great PACNW event occurred 324 years ago tonight.
The weather team recaps all the First Alert weather numbers so far. Plus, freezing rain in east metro once again this morning.
Our special pre-storm podcast covers the possibilities for this weekend not only in Portland but out to the Coast and down into the Willamette Valley
Happy New Year! Winter, is that finally you? Mark, Katie and Camila talk about the upcoming mountain snow and the potential cold heading to the region late next week. Plus, a wrap on December and the weather term of the week!
A small but mighty crew for episode 82-- our winter solstice AND Christmas episode! Mark and Camila chat about December so far and if there's hope for snow at the ski resorts later this winter. Put your astronomy hats on for a dissection of the solstice.
Mark, Camila and Katie bring the Christmas cheer to episode 81. Boring forecast ahead calls for a look back at historic December events. Plus, we're dashing any white Christmas dreams and for fork's sake, don't forget Secret Santa was here!
Mark, Katie and Camila recap the record-wet start to December and discuss the strengthening El Niño pattern. With more mild weather ahead, ski resorts are struggling to find snow.
Mark, Camila and Katie recap the nice November weather and look ahead to December. Wet weather is here! Rain & snow forecast details + some breaking baby news!
Mark, Jeff, Katie and Camila look back at fall so far, discuss the mild weather pattern ahead (where's the mountain snow?!) and chat about Mark's big career milestone. A real throwback Thursday!
Rain, rain, rain! Mark and the ladies talk about the wet start to November, the almost-exciting system early in the week, and snow outlook for the ski resorts. Plus TWO weather terms of the week!
The rain ahead, disappearance of Cascade snow, & surprising yearly rain stats in metro area. Plus, are we already seeing "the El Niño pattern" show up on long range models?
Frost on the pumpkin, snow in the Cascades, and an “Omega block” covering the weather map. This week the guys and Camila cover the seasonal change to cool weather and upcoming wet November weather.
El Niño and winter! The guys and Katie go over the possibilities for this upcoming winter, plus some inversion and fog talk as a "forecast bust" looms on the horizon.
It finally happened…news of a tornado arrives “live” while recording! Meanwhile we covered a surprisingly mild pattern for the 2nd half of October, plus a (slightly) improved eclipse cloud cover forecast.
The heat is on! Or is it just "very warm"? The guys and Camila argue about what we should call the current warm spell. Plus, a look at who gets the wind and what that does to our nighttime temps.
In this episode the guys and Katie cover the upcoming eclipse and warmer weather ahead. Plus everything you want to know about our devastating southerly windstorms along the West Coast.
The whole gang is back together to talk about the big pattern change coming up this weekend and the start of "traditional" fall. Plus, September rain stats, your weather term of the week, and plenty of interesting side stories (Mark raising homing pigeons? What?)
Mark and the ladies aim to make an absent Jeff proud; recapping the hot summer and looking ahead to fall trends, including when it typically rains. Plus, the October eclipse is coming up!
It’s an El Niño episode! Everything you need to know about the event developing in the Pacific and what it may mean for the upcoming winter. The guys share lots of graphics & maps - a weather geek’s dream this week.
Summer is over! Sort of. The guys cover the big change to fall weather this week. What’s ahead plus two special guests join us for a FOX 12 “weather reunion”
Jeff and Mark recap the thunderstorm event that played out Thursday night into Friday morning. They also discuss the state of fire season, our ongoing heat wave, plus a cool down coming next week.
Jeff & Mark discuss our latest heat wave, incoming wildfire smoke from Canada, and category 4 Hurricane Hilary moving toward Southern California. A major flood event is expected across the Southwest.
Jeff & Mark discuss a warm start to August, expectations for the next heat wave, and an update on our fire season. Plus, the guys break down the weather term of the week "evaporative cooling".
Temperatures are warming up again, and lightning is raising the fire danger. Jeff, Katie & Camila have your local AND global summer stats, plus your weather term of the week!
One of the warmest Julys on record is wrapping up in Portland. This week the guys and Katie take a deep dive into the numbers, some detailed hot weather model talk, plus a fire season checkup.
It’s been hot, so we’re headed north to Alaska! Chief Meteorologist Melissa Frey (an Oregonian) joins us from our sister station KTUU.
We talk all things Alaska including: food, forecasting in the 49th state, and what it’s like living through those dark winters. Plus join us for a fun Alaska quiz!
Another short-lived heat wave is coming Friday through the weekend. Jeff, Camila & Katie discuss how hot it will get, our elevated fire danger, and EXTREME heat in the Desert Southwest.
Plus, someone on the team is turning into the First Alert Weather Chef. Tune in!
Heat wave #2 is wrapping up! The gang talks about how hot temperatures have been, plus a deep dive into fire conditions and some serious model talk. Camila also shares some exciting news regarding the Ironman competition.
Endless summer days are here. This week the guys and Katie spend some time on hot weather model talk and what that means for the 4th of July. Plus, how is YOUR garden doing? The team is having great success so far!
The guys are in (very) hot Phoenix this week at the AMS Weather Broadcaster Conference, where they're talking about the latest technologies, including filling radar gaps.
They are keeping a close eye on the chance for thunderstorms Friday afternoon in Portland plus a long warm/dry spell.
Who’s ready for JUNEUARY? Camila joins in on the shenanigans this time around. We’ve got a big change to cool/wet on the way for Father’s Day. Snow in the mountains too!
Where in the world did the rain go? Mark & Jeff discuss unusually warm and dry conditions, a look ahead to mid-June, plus NOAA’s El Nino Advisory. They guys also talk about Canadian fires and smoky Northeast USA.
Meteorological summer has arrived! The team talks about our record warm May, expectations for June, and a spicy debate on when summer "officially" begins.
Now entering the Goldilocks Zone! The gang talks beautiful summer-like weather for Memorial Day Weekend and beyond. So much better than last year's downpours. Plus, a look ahead to fire season.
Now testing out video! Mark, Jeff and Camila talk about the May heat wave, Canadian wildfire smoke, the Mount St. Helens eruption on its 43rd anniversary, and a pressure washer fighting for its life.
We’ll call this our first heat wave edition of the season. What we’re seeing plus thunder chance early next week. Jeff’s mom makes an appearance, Camila has some pressure washing ahead, and Mark has a new toy to talk about…quite the discussion!
We’ve made it to episode #50! To celebrate, we’ve got both the guys and Camila plus Katie. Great discussion about the warm weather, what’s ahead, gardening, and pressure washers.
It may be a gloomy end to the workweek, but this week the guys are stoked over warm spring weather (finally!) showing up on the models. Get ready for lots of model talk!
Today the guys and Camila recap the coldest March in years, feet of snow ahead in the Cascades, and FINALLY a warmup is on the horizon!
Spring Break is here! The guys and Camila are tracking the expected downpours and mountain snow as we head into the weekend, plus a look at a warmer change next week. 22 minutes of weather fun follows.
Get to know our new First Alert meteorologist at FOX12! Katie Zuniga joins the podcast along with Camila and the guys. Plus, a look ahead to our "big" snow chance next week and some weather model talk too.
Today's podcast features Jeff, Camila, & Mark taking a look at what "could have been" with the cold air and snow this weekend. Also, a check on the coldest weather we've ever felt in the region, a little model talk as we head into February, & the imminent arrival of a new First Alert Weather team member.
In today's episode, the guys and Camila recap the late December cold/ice/snow that led to foiled vacation plans. Then it's on to our very warm January plus a look into the next two weeks...any sign for snow?"
Today the guys and Camila covered: Gorge snow/ice, big mountain snowpack, cold wind ahead, plus some chit-chat about Mark's "Fork" email to the newsroom. We've got a First Alert Christmas Tree to talk about too!
It's a special Thanksgiving weather podcast with the weather team! Find out who's making the cheesecake and how travel looks across the region for the long weekend. Plus, a pattern change brings SNOW much lower once again next week. A good discussion on the possibilities with the colder weather
In today's episode the guys are tracking our October "heat wave", the chances for rain ahead, and strange late season smoky skies
The guys and Camila are back! We wrap up Summer 2022, the fire season, the smoke, and arrival of fall. What is YOUR favorite part of fall?
Today’s episode includes a recap of recent heatwaves, a “heat burst” in Roseburg this week, and Camila surprises the guys with some serious meteorological lingo
Here comes a heatwave! Today the guys take a deep dive into a long-lasting heat event for the last week of July. They cover it all, including a little "dewpoint" chat!
"Camila Orti joins the guys in today's fun episode. It's a heat wave wrap, a holiday weekend forecast, plus a discussion about the "secret passage" into the weather center"
Today the guys recap the cool and wet spring, Rose Fest parade weather, and look ahead into early June.
It’s been a cool and wet spring, but today the guys discuss big (and warm!) changes ahead. Plus a bit of garden talk, hurricanes, and La Nina.
The guys discuss the wettest April on record here in Portland, the freak mid-month snowstorm, and thoughts on that winter “fork” in today’s episode
Today's episode features a winter recap, frost outlook for gardeners, and a Monday soaker ahead. Plus, Mark has been writing some harsh memos for the weather team
This week the weather guys talk about the soaking coming up starting this weekend, drought conditions across Oregon. Plus Mark deleted a bunch of files and now has LOTS of work to do.
The FOX 12 Weather Podcast has returned! Mark and Jeff talk about the cold temps from the past week.
This week the team says goodbye to Brian MacMillan as he prepares to move home to Seattle. They share some great memories and take a look ahead into October.
This week the FOX 12 Weather team breaks down the latest wildfire situation in Oregon and the soaking rain heading our way. Plus, they'll have your "City of the Week!"
This week, the team recaps summer, breaks down the latest wildfires, and they say goodbye and good luck to Anne Campolongo.
This week, the team breaks down the scorching all-time record breaking heat. Plus, they are tracking wildfires across Oregon.
This week, the team discusses the wet weather heading toward the Pacific Northwest and who might get hit the hardest. Plus, a solar eclipse on the east coast.
This week the team talks about Oregon's drought conditions and the last few days of spring. Plus, they reveal what's been clouding up their sky this week.
This week, the FOX 12 Weather team explains what makes this is the driest spring on record in Portland. Plus, they have a look at an all-time frigid record that is making headlines 30 years later.
This week the team breaks down this record dry April. They also welcome back a special guest, former FOX 12 meteorologist Stephanie Kralevich.
This episode the FOX 12 Weather team recaps the week's historic ice and snow storm in Oregon and SW Washington. From power outages to trouble on the roads, they'll break down this unforgettable week in weather.
This week the FOX 12 Weather team looks ahead to some warm spring weather. They'll also take your weather questions and play a game of Cities of the Week!
In this week's special "weather alert" episode, the FOX 12 weather team breaks down the winter storm set to impact the Northwest later this week. How much snow will we get? What about freezing rain? They'll let you know what to prepare for.
This week the weather team recaps two snow events over the past week and the surprises that came with them. Plus, Mark discovers a Cougar in his backyard!
This week, the FOX 12 Weather team recaps the first winter storm of the season, which brought heavy rain, strong wind, and landslides to the area. They'll also look ahead to some cooler weather in the forecast and break down the possibility of snow in Portland.
This week, the weather team answers the question, “Where’s the snow?” They’ll also break down this very warm start to January and play a game of Cities of the Week.
It’s the big FOX 12 Weather 2020 year in review! This week the team recaps the highlights and lowlights of this crazy year. They’ll break down the year in weather and talk about how 2020 impacted them personally and professionally.
Will we have a White Christmas this year? This week, the FOX 12 Weather team breaks down winter so far, crazy gorge winds, and some new holiday traditions going up in the weather center.
This week the FOX 12 Weather Team will break down November’s weather so far. They’ll also preview the start to the ski season and have your travel forecast for the Thanksgiving weekend.
In this special episode, the FOX 12 weather team breaks down the threat of rain, wind, and mountain snow starting Thursday night through the weekend.
This week, the weather team breaks down the Winter Weather Conference, record cold nights, and a very dry October.
This week, the weather team dedicates the entire episode to the upcoming La Nina winter. What is La Nina and why should we care? Do we have a better chance of seeing snow in Portland this winter? The weather team breaks it down in episode 8.
This week, the team discusses the Farmer’s Almanac and how accurate it is in Portland, La Nina and what it means for winter in the Pacific Northwest, Hurricane Delta, and they’ll play a rousing game of Cities of the Week.
This episode, the weather team recaps the devastating and historic wildfires in Oregon. They’ll also talk megafires, thunderstorms, and give you a sneak peak at our La Nina winter and what it means for the Portland area.
This week the FOX 12 Weather Team takes a deep look at the wildfires ravaging Oregon. They recap the historic wind that led to the devastation and the hazardous smoke that still lingers in the Willamette Valley and Portland metro area. They’ll also have a look at what’s ahead this week as the rain returns.
This week the team takes a look back at summer in Portland. They’ll also recap the devastation of Hurricane Laura and update the wildfire situation in Oregon. Plus, they’ll look ahead to a very hot Labor Day Weekend.
The team breaks down this week in weather, including wildfires and "firenadoes," and you'll hear about Anne's experience with one of Mark's deadly chickens.
We talk about this week in weather, what La Nina could mean for winter and snow in the Pacific Northwest, and we play one of our favorite games called “Cities of the Week.”
In this first episode of the new FOX 12 Weather Podcast, the team discusses how summer is shaping up so far, hurricanes on the east coast, and they’ll dive into how they are managing work and life with COVID.