George Waldenberger

Seattle

Meteorologist at KOMO-TV (Seattle, WA)

Grew up on a Wisconsin dairy farm with 10 brothers & sisters. BS Geological Engineering & Geology Wisconsin. MS Atmospheric Science UCLA. Meteorologist @WFTV.

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Mariners Opening Day: A weather rollercoaster through the years

4 weeks ago | komonews.com | George Waldenberger

Mariners Opening Day: A weather rollercoaster through the yearsSEATTLE — Springtime in western Washington is known for its unpredictable weather, and the Mariners' Opening Day at T-Mobile Park (or Safeco Field) have been no exception. From balmy sunshine to chilly winds, fans have experienced it all. On April 4, 2000, temperatures soared to 72 degrees, marking the warmest season opener at T-Mobile Park. The inviting weather, however, didn't favor the Mariners, as they fell to the Red Sox 2-0.
Thousands without power as gusty winds, heavy rain move through western Washington

1 month ago | katu.com | George Waldenberger

Get ready for wet and windy weather across parts of western Washington. Another round of rain arrived in the south Sound Monday morning and moved north, arriving in Everett and the Whidbey Island areas Monday afternoon. It will remain wet and windy through the overnight hours and into Tuesday morning, with some areas forecast to get an additional inch or two of rain. The weather-maker passing over the region is a strong low-pressure area, meaning it's going to get very windy.
High wind warning, rain forecast with widespread power outages expected

1 month ago | komonews.com | George Waldenberger

SEATTLE — Get ready for some wet and windy weather across parts of western Washington and beyond. It comes after a wet weekend in which Seattle received more than an inch of beneficial rainfall. Farther west around Humptulips, 4 to 5 inches of rain fell. The rains build between Olympia and Seattle late Monday morning, then north of Everett and Whidbey Island early Monday afternoon.
How WSDOT monitors avalanche threats across the Cascade passes

2 months ago | komonews.com | George Waldenberger

SEATTLE — The closer to spring we get, the more the snow at Snoqualmie Pass adds up - normally peaking in March and April. At the Washington State Department of Transportation’s snow study plot along Snoqualmie Pass, a long pole measuring more than five meters protrudes from the ground - this is their snow stick.
Cold weather advisory in effect with south Sound snow chances later this week

2 months ago | komonews.com | George Waldenberger

Be sure to bundle up on Tuesday, as cold weather advisories are in place through Wednesday morning with the return of lowland rain this weekend. Wind chills may dip into single digits, especially from Mount Vernon to Bellingham and the San Juan Islands. It's the coldest weather we've had since January. The frigid blast will be met with bright skies. It will likely remain below freezing through the lunch hour despite the sun. It's a cold and dry airmass, so once again, there won't be rain.
Icy commute for some after melting snow overnight, more snow possible

2 months ago | komonews.com | George Waldenberger

After a weeklong barrage of snowy morning commutes, Friday's drive is finally dry. However, it's even colder. It's cold enough that we've issued a KOMO Weather Warn Day for wind chills in the teens. Outdoor workers should dress very warmly and look for signs of frostbite or hypothermia while working through the morning. Early morning temperatures had already dipped to 24 degrees by 3 a.m. in Bellingham, Shelton, and Forks, and it will get even colder before the 7:26 a.m. sunrise.
Snow persists with cold temperatures as drivers face icy roads

2 months ago | komonews.com | George Waldenberger

In Whatcom County, people are still being hit hard by winter weather and frigid temperatures. In Bellingham at 3 a.m. the wind chill was 8 degrees and a cold weather advisory is in effect through Wednesday. Drivers should watch for slick spots, especially on bridges and overpasses, where ice is more likely to form. Lingering icy conditions and additional snow pose a risk of slippery roads around Seattle, Olympia, Bothell, and Bremerton, which are all under a winter weather advisory through 10 am.
Parts of western Washington hit hard by snow with more possible

2 months ago | komonews.com | George Waldenberger

Parts of western Washington hit hard by snow with more possibleParts of western Washington hit hard by snow with more possible0 seconds of 0 secondsVolume 90% Some neighborhoods have a covering of snow on Monday morning and dozens of school districts are delayed or closed. See the list here. Seattle's return of snow was the highest daily snowfall in two years. Neah Bay had 3 inches of weekend snow, Newhalem had 6 inches and Concrete had 5 inches.
Lowland snow possible for parts of western Washington this weekend

2 months ago | komonews.com | George Waldenberger

Lowland snow possible for parts of western Washington this weekendLowland snow possible for parts of western Washington this weekend0 seconds of 0 secondsVolume 90% SEATTLE — Dull for some, delightful for others. Western Washington’s pattern of repeating January sun is about to end. And that end may be punctuated with lowland snow!The ridging pattern blocking western Washington from storm systems and funneling in cold and dry air from the north will begin breaking down over the next 48 hours.
Mount Rainier monitored closely as scientists keep watch for signs of volcanic activity

Jan 19, 2025 | news4sanantonio.com | George Waldenberger

For many, the word "eruption" brings to mind 1980 when Mount Saint Helens demonstrated that the Washington Cascades are one of the most volcanically active parts of the country. Mount Saint Helens, Mount Adams, Mount Baker, and Glacier Peak are four of the active volcanoes in Washington state. The fifth, located less than 70 miles from Seattle, is Mount Rainier.