Your local storm forecast is likely based on weather miles away – we’re trying to bring it closer to home

Don’t blame the weatherman. A meteorologist explains where your local weather forecasts really come from, and how storm scientists are trying to fill the gap.

By: Chris Vagasky, University of Wisconsin-Madison, The Conversation

Outlets: The Conversation

Published: April 28, 2026

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Last Updated: 3 months ago

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By Chris Vagasky, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Whether you’re planning a weekend hike, deciding what to wear to work or preparing your home for severe storms, the weather forecast is essential. You might instinctively grab your smartphone and check an app for an instant weather update.

But how many times have you looked at your app, only to step outside and see the sky painting a different picture than what’s on your screen?

As a meteorologist who …

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