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9/17/2026
More than just quiet, one hurricane season metric is at an all-time low
Posted 8:13 PM 9/17/2026 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron
So far, the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is shaping up to be the quietest on record dating back to 1950, according to a key measurement used by the Storm Station.
The metric is called Accumulated Cyclone Energy, or ACE. Rather than simply counting named storms, it factors in how strong (More)
9/27/2026
Nights have just become longer than days, why the 50-50 split was delayed after the equinox
Posted 7:56 PM 9/27/2026 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron
Fall officially began at 7:04 p.m. last Tuesday, September 22, 2026. This marked the point in the Earth’s orbit around the Sun when sunlight shone directly on the Equator. Day and night were also nearly equal on this date, though it wasn't an exact 50-50 split.
The true balance of (More)
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LSU vs. MISSISSIPPI STATE: LSU Kickoff Weather Index
Posted 3:56 PM 10/15/2026 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus
On Saturday, the LSU Tigers will host the Mississippi State Bulldogs for an unusual 11:00 am kickoff in Tiger Stadium. A cold front will punch through the Baton Rouge Area Friday night, bringing the first taste of fall temperatures this season. For most LSU fans, these will be the coolest (More)
