Barents Sea Tied to Low Arctic Sea Ice
Barents Sea Tied to Low Arctic Sea Ice

Patches of open water in the region contributed to low sea ice extent across the Arctic in March 2026, which tied with the lowest maximum observed in the satellite record.

March of the Harmattan
March of the Harmattan

Strong winds in March 2026 carried Saharan dust across northwestern Africa and toward the Canary Islands, reducing visibility and prompting alerts.

A Winter Blanket Covers North Carolina
A Winter Blanket Covers North Carolina

In late January 2026, a strong, moisture-laden storm dropped snow across nearly the entire state, spanning from the Appalachians to the Atlantic Coast.

Winter Grips the Michigan Mitten
Winter Grips the Michigan Mitten

A blanket of snow spanned Michigan and much of the Great Lakes region following a potent cold snap.

Ganges Delta Under a Winter Shroud of Fog
Ganges Delta Under a Winter Shroud of Fog

Low clouds blanketed the delta while parallel cloud bands rolled over the Bay of Bengal during a January cold wave.