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How Weather Shapes Consumer Demand

How Weather Shapes Consumer Demand

Accurate demand forecasting is fundamental for business success. It guides crucial decisions about inventory levels, staffing, logistics, and marketing campaigns. While many factors influence consumer choices, one of the most powerful yet freque...
How Heavy Rain Can Affect Diamond Mining.

How Heavy Rain Can Affect Diamond Mining.

Diamond mining, a process often involving vast open pits, is inherently susceptible to environmental factors. Among the most significant of these is heavy rainfall, which can lead directly to flooding events that cause substantial delays and dis...
Exploring the Links Between Weather and Psychological State

Exploring the Links Between Weather and Psychological State

Many people notice their feelings shift with the weather – perhaps feeling more positive when the sun shines or experiencing lower energy during long grey spells. Sayings such as "spring fever" or the "winter blues" show how important weather is...
Red Sky at Night, Shepherd’s Delight? Unpacking Weather Folklore and the Science Behind It.

Red Sky at Night, Shepherd’s Delight? Unpacking Weather Folklore and the Science Behind It.

Before modern forecasting, people relied on observing nature to predict weather, passing down knowledge through rhymes, proverbs, and folktales. These weather sayings vary in accuracy, and understanding their scientific basis (or lack thereof) o...
Harnessing the Past to Weather the Future: OpenWeather's Historical Risk Analysis

Harnessing the Past to Weather the Future: OpenWeather's Historical Risk Analysis

The OpenWeather Historical Weather Risk Analysis service translates decades of meteorological records into actionable intelligence. Incorporating parameters such as peak wind gusts, wind patterns, humidity, and lightning strike frequency, this s...
Meet Ulla: Your Pocket-Sized Weather Oracle

Meet Ulla: Your Pocket-Sized Weather Oracle

Ulla, our integrated weather assistant, is your personal weather oracle, designed to make your life easier and keep you prepared for the weather ahead. She's a valuable tool for planning a weekend getaway, organizing your daily commute, or simpl...
The Enduring Power of Wind

The Enduring Power of Wind

Today, wind energy is a cornerstone of the renewable energy revolution, offering a clean and sustainable alternative to fossil fuels. The growth of wind farms, both onshore and offshore, is a testament to the increasing global commitment to red...
More Than Just Weather: 100 Years Of of the BBC Shipping Forecast Broadcast

More Than Just Weather: 100 Years Of of the BBC Shipping Forecast Broadcast

As the BBC Shipping Forecast Broadcast celebrates its 100 year anniversary, we take a look at this vital, practical, scientific but also strangely esoteric of British institutions.
OpenWeather's New Solar Irradiance History Bulk: Easy Access to Historic Solar Data

OpenWeather's New Solar Irradiance History Bulk: Easy Access to Historic Solar Data

OpenWeather has now launched the exciting new Solar Irradiance History Bulk, a product that provides easy access to a large archive of historic solar data. This data is valuable for renewable energy, agriculture, and climate research. It allows ...
Powering the Future: Renewable Energy's Rise in the Global South

Powering the Future: Renewable Energy's Rise in the Global South

The urgent need to transition to clean energy is a global challenge, but the challenges are particularly high in the Global South. These regions face complex energy requirements exacerbated by growing populations, increasing energy demands, and...
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