As the National Weather Service explains, the polar vortex is an area of low pressure and cold air that exists over both of ...

It’s really, really cold again – as the US shivers through at least the eighth blast of air from the Arctic this winter. Here’s why it keeps happening.

The term “polar vortex” might conjure images of mythical icy storms swirling through the North Pole but in reality it’s a crucial component of our ... Read more The post What Causes the “Polar Vortex” ...

The polar vortex could be reversing in a sudden stratospheric warming event, with the potential to send Arctic air and storms ...

In recent days, extreme weather brought freezing temperatures to several states across the country due to a polar vortex that peaked on Wednesday, February 19. According to The Associated Press ...

There is a sudden warming about to happen high up in the atmosphere. This warming will affect the Polar Vortex. The Polar Vortex is a fast-spinning circular motion usually located about 50,000 ...

Scientists say it’s being caused by a misbehaving polar vortex combining with a key weather pattern that seems to be stuck in place. Some scientists say these factors and this winter could be ...

RELATED: Bay Area begins transition from rainy and windy to sunny and cold Scientists say it’s being caused by a misbehaving polar vortex combining with a key weather pattern that seems to be ...