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Lumi: Lumi means “snow” in Finnish and is one of Finland’s top baby names for girls. Rules exist for giving weather phenoms a moniker. The Weather Channel officially announces the name of the storm once it reaches one of those magnitudes and then the name is used to refer to the storm in forecasts, to avoid any confusion around different storm system developments. We Love Weather’s Top 10 Fan Photos of the Week, Four Weather Concepts That Confuse People, Immersive Mixed Reality: 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing, Everything You Need to Know About El Niño, We Love Weather Exclusive: Behind the Scenes Tour with Kelly Cass, Talking Tropics: Hurricanes Vs. Typhoons Vs. Cyclones. The 2019 names, with the possible exception of Dorian, will be used again in 2025.

The network posted its highest ratings in its history during 2017’s historic Hurricane Irma and was the highest-rated cable network during recent hurricanes Harvey and Michael.

The NHC works with a set list of names that are used in rotation and recycled every six years (i.e. Storms that are expected to cover those requirements and even be larger are named earlier in the storm tracking process.

Winter weather in the US was a bit on the inactive side as most of the US experienced a warmer than average winter which is all thanks to the strong polar vortex throughout much of the winter. Dr. @tniziol, here is an explanation of the OFFICIAL list of the 2018–2019 winter storm names for this winter.I am excited to name winter storms again! However, the last name on this season’s list is also my middle name. I thought it was a ridiculous idea then and I still believe it is now. Morgan: Celtic name of Welsh origin meaning “sea chief” or “sea defender”

Meteorologists at the Weather Channel say the storm will slam the north-central U.S. over the next few days. “As a trusted news network, naming each winter storm based on NWS thresholds allows us to effectively communicate with our viewers in order to provide necessary and potentially lifesaving information,” said Dr. Matt Sitkowski, Executive Weather Producer for The Weather Channel television network. Nameberry is a registered trademark of Nameberry, LLC. I request that we replace Maya with Morgan, a Celtic name of Welsh origin that means “sea chief” or “sea defender”. For more information on hurricane names, visit nhc.noaa.gov. But since this practice continues to this day then I thought why not come up with a list of my own. The Weather Channel has been naming winter storms since the 2013-2013 season. Using these criteria, the number of named winter storms has been consistent over the past seven seasons. You can skip to the end and leave a response.
The United Kingdom's weather service, the Met Office, released its list of winter storm names in September. Hurricane season in the Atlantic basin happens until November 1 so they two can sometimes even overlap. The National Weather Service doesn't name winter storms but the Weather Channel is embarking on its seventh year of naming the storms. The 2018-2019 Winter Storm Names Have Been Revealed!

It only takes a minute to join! Taylor: English surname meaning “one who tailors clothes” This marks the eighth year the network has named winter storms with the purpose of simplifying and expediting communications to and from residents in the storms’ paths. Usually, the first named storm doesn't happen until October or November and they can happen as late in the season at May. Gia: short form of the Italian name Gianna, meaning “God is gracious”


• If there are more than 21 named tropical cyclones during the Atlantic hurricane season, storms take on names from the Greek alphabet — Alpha, Beta, Gamma, etc. Aubrey, a "potentially historic" winter storm, kicks off the season.

If it feels slight, consider using it as a nickname—perhaps for a name like Miyuki, meaning “beautiful snow.”. The list of 2019-20 winter storm names has been revealed. Sangalang is social media strategist at USA TODAY Network-Florida. There were 26 named storms in 2013-14 and 27 storms in 2012-13. See why nearly a quarter of a million subscribers begin their day with the Starting 5. Earlier this week, the Weather Channel released a list of something Floridians (and non-Snowbirds) aren't used to — winter storm names.

The Weather Channel released the winter storm names for the 2018-2019 season Tuesday.

In November of 2012 The Weather Channel took up the practice of naming winter storms.

You might be wondering (as people do every year), ‘Why does The Weather Channel name winter storms?’ Naming storms helps people keep track of potentially dangerous systems and understand what risks they’re at so they can properly prepare their loved ones and properties. Winter: The most fashionable of the season names, Winter ranks at #390 for girls on the US Top 1000. The list of 2019-20 winter storm names has been revealed. Winter storms are named based on either meeting, or the expectation to meet, at least one of the following criteria: - NWS winter storm, blizzard, or ice storm warnings covering at least a population of 2 million- NWS winter storm, blizzard, or ice storm warnings covering at least an area of 400,000 square kilometers. The channel will name a storm if the NWS issues winter storm, blizzard or ice storm warnings for a minimum of 2 million people, or if the NWS issues one of those warnings for an area of more than 154,440 square miles. Meteorologist Ari Sarsalari explains how fair-weather waterspouts are formed. Support local journalism:  Subscribe to FLORIDA TODAY at floridatoday.com/subscribe. Nameberry is a registered trademark of Nameberry, LLC. These are all various names given to storm systems that can occur in the Winter… Quiana: African-American variant of Qiana, meaning “singer” The names will be used in alphabetical order to identify winter storms that meet objective naming criteria based on National Weather Service winter storm warnings, blizzard warnings and ice storm warnings. Great question!

It’s an edgier variation of the name Hayes, which currently ranks at #343 in the US Top 1000. Carter: Middle English surname meaning “one who uses a cart” There were 24 named storms last winter. Eboni: African-American variant of Ebony, meaning “dark black-wooded tree” Uh-oh:  Why Aubrey could be a "potentially historic October winter storm".

Can we stop or steer a hurricane? Do you know anyone with a name on the list? Congrats on releasing this list today! The list of winter storm names for the 2018-2019 season.

Haze was given to 41 boys and 6 girls last year, compared to 969 boys and 71 girls named Hayes. The names list was compiled by a team from both The Weather Channel TV and weather.com.

The 2019–20 North American winter refers to winter in North America as it occurred across the continent from late 2019 through early 2020. The Weather Channel released the 2019-20 winter storm names list Thursday, marking the eighth season of naming winter storms. Tell us your thoughts about this year’s names below, and be on the lookout for Winter Storm Avery… It’ll get here sooner than you think!

How does the Met Office name storms? Petra: Greek word meaning “rock”; feminine form of the name Peter; she was also the name of an ancient city in the region that is now Jordan Zachary: Hebrew word meaning “remembered by God”; derives from Zacharias, a name used in most English versions of the New Testament , What a terrific list of winter storm names The Weather Channel put together this season!

Let us beware of whatever Mother Nature throws at us this winter.

To make matters more confusing, most Americans are familiar with the name via actress Neve Campbell, who pronounces her name NEHV (rhymes with Lev). Ulmer: German surname meaning “famous wolf” Join our team and you can help make the weather happen. Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Site Map© 2007–2020 The Weather Channel Television Network, We’re updating our privacy policy on 06/11/2018. (AMS BLOG: It's Time For Weather Community Cooperation on Naming Winter Storms). Yule: Yule conjures up images of fireplaces and Christmas cheer, but the actual meaning behind the name is “winter solstice.” We especially love it as a middle name. Nadia: Slavic transcription of the name Nadya, meaning “hope” Coro: Derived from the word for “wind” in an indigenous Venezuelan culture, this unisex name is also the Spanish word for “choir.” It was given to fewer than five boys or girls in 2018. • Like hurricane season, winter storm names are used in alphabetical order. Yvette: French feminine form of the name Yves, meaning “yew” Eira: This Welsh name meaning “snow” can be pronounced AY-ra or AYE-ra, but we prefer the former to avoid being mistaken for the more commonly male name Ira.

The Weather Channel released the winter storm names for the 2018-2019 season Tuesday. Please review the. While Florida is near the end of hurricane season, which runs June 1-Nov. 30, our friends up North are bracing for winter storm season, which typically lasts October through mid-May. #happywxgeek Avery: Old English surname meaning “elf ruler” Bruce: Scottish surname meaning “from the town of Bruis”; refers to the town of Brix in France Newscaster Savannah Guthrie used it as a middle name for her daughter Vale. • Hurricane names are used in rotation and recycled every six years.

Which are your favorites? I do have a soft spot for Nephele – not to make a pun, it does have a soft sound of a type I can’t explain but it does fit the image of clouds, I feel. Do You Have Any of These Weather Phobias?

How do winter storms get named, you ask? Lucian: English and Romanian form of Lucianus, meaning “light”

Oren: Hebrew word meaning “pine tree” The list was revealed on the network’s flagship morning show, AMHQ, alongside a new partnership with Lands’ End and One Warm Coat for the 3rd Annual One Warm Coat Day, which is a national day of awareness, activation and support to help get coats to those in need.

That's nothing new for Floridians — we're familiar with Hurricane Dorian, Hurricane Michael and Hurricane Irma. 2 Responses to “New Winter Storm Names Set Cool Tone”. To continue reading login or create an account.

The choices range from charming vintage names, including Mabel and Pearl, to contemporary favorites, such as Kade and Nash. Bruce: Scottish surname meaning “from the town of Bruis”; refers to the town of Brix in France Vaughn: Welsh surname meaning “little” or “small” © Nameberry.com. Learn about weather safety and preparedness. Join our new fan community that celebrates your excitement for all things weather. This year’s full list of Winter Storm names includes: Since its launch over 35 years ago, The Weather Channel television network has become the top-rated and most widely distributed weather network in America.

Neve: Neve has multiple origins, one of which as the Italian and Portuguese word for snow. I am excited to name winter storms again! To me, Miyuki is a name that I would expect to see on an adult than a baby girl (writing this, I accidentally left my laptop but I do recall not seeing too many baby girls with this in my research). Lake-effect snowstorms are not named, and any warnings covering lake-effect snow are not counted for consideration for naming a winter storm. Jayden: American form of Jaden, meaning “thankful” or “he will judge” in Hebrew ✡⚖