Kaylee Bowers

Toledo

Meteorologist at WTOL-TV (Toledo, OH)

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Wedding weather: When's the best time of year to get married in Toledo?

2 days ago | wtol.com | Kaylee Bowers

TOLEDO, Ohio — Planning a wedding in Toledo? Weather plays a crucial role in setting the mood for your special day. Let's delve into the climate data to determine the most favorable month for weddings in Toledo. Sunshine is essential for beautiful wedding photos and comfortable outdoor ceremonies. The closer your are to the summer solstice, the more hours of daylight you'll have. May: 14-15 hours of daylight per day. June: 15 hours of daylight per day. July: 15 hours of daylight per day.
From Glass City heat to Quebec cool: Weather shifts as Walleye hit the road

2 days ago | wtol.com | Kaylee Bowers

As the Toledo Walleye pursue their first-ever Kelly Cup, they transition from the warmth of Toledo to the cooler climate of Trois-Rivières, Quebec, for Games 3, 4 and 5. Let's explore how these differing climates might impact the series. In early June, Toledo experiences average high temperatures around 80 F (26 C), with lows near 57 F (13 C.) Conversely, Trois-Rivières averages highs of 72 F (22 C) and lows of 53 F (11 C) during the same period.
Toledo Walleye watch party weather: What to expect for Kelly Cup Finals Games 3, 4 and 5 at Fifth Third Field

3 days ago | wtol.com | Kaylee Bowers

TOLEDO, Ohio — The Toledo Walleye announced the return of free watch parties at Hensville Park and Fifth Third Field for every game of the Kelly Cup Finals. The fan-favorite events offer a lively, game-day atmosphere with large viewing screens, free giveaways and food and beverages for sale. Toledo opened the best-of-seven series against the Trois-Rivières Lions at home on May 31. The series will now shift to Canada for the next three games, with the series tied 1-1.
June mornings still have that crisp, cool feel. Here's why

5 days ago | wtol.com | Kaylee Bowers

TOLEDO, Ohio — After a hot, summerlike afternoon, you might expect the warmth to stick around through the night. But early June mornings often feel surprisingly crisp. So, what’s behind that morning chill? The answer lies in a nighttime process called radiational cooling. After sunset, the Earth’s surface begins to release the heat it absorbed during the day.
Canadian wildfires dull Midwest skies with haze

5 days ago | wtol.com | Kaylee Bowers

OHIO, USA — Have you ever looked up on a summer day and noticed the sky seems dull or milky instead of its usual bright blue? That haziness isn't just your imagination. In fact, there's real science behind why our skies often lose their clarity during the summer months. A few key factors are at play: wildfire smoke, air pollution, humidity and stagnant weather patterns.
Inside a hurricane: What’s really going on?

6 days ago | wtol.com | Kaylee Bowers

When you picture a hurricane, you might think of a swirling spiral on a weather map. But inside that spiral is a powerful and complex storm system with different parts, and different levels of risk depending on where you are in relation to the storm's center. Let’s take a closer look inside one of nature’s most powerful storms. At the very center of a hurricane is the eye: a calm, clear area typically 20–40 miles wide.
Last days of May bring warmer weather to northwest Ohio | WTOL+ Weekend Weather

6 days ago | wtol.com | Kaylee Bowers

TOLEDO, Ohio — After more than a dozen days of below-average temperatures, the Toledo area is finally going to feel a bit more like June outside. The last half of May was unusually cold — marking the coldest second half of May in over 20 years. But sunshine, 70s and even a few 80-degree days are now in the forecast — giving us a true taste of summer. Here's a closer look at what May featured and the conditions that are expected this weekend.
Hurricane categories: Why isn't there a Category 6?

1 week ago | wtol.com | Kaylee Bowers

TOLEDO, Ohio — Every summer, hurricane season rolls in with a swirl of names, warnings, and numbers. But what do those category numbers — 1 through 5 — actually mean? The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale is used to rank hurricanes based on their sustained wind speeds. While the category doesn’t account for rainfall or storm surge (two major hazards), it does give us a sense of the storm’s wind strength and potential for damage.
The stories, science and surprises behind the official hurricane name list

1 week ago | wtol.com | Kaylee Bowers

TOLEDO, Ohio — Every hurricane season, a new list of names is released. But have you ever wondered where those names come from — and why some disappear forever? Here’s everything to know about hurricane names. When a hurricane causes extreme damage or loss of life, its name is retired from future use out of respect and to avoid confusion. Storms like Katrina (2005), Harvey (2017) and Ian (2022) are no longer used for this reason.
Hurricane Names 101: Which ones are on the list this year?

1 week ago | wtol.com | Kaylee Bowers

TOLEDO, Ohio — The Atlantic hurricane season officially begins June 1 — with it comes a fresh list of storm names. These names aren’t chosen randomly, they’re created years in advance by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and rotate every six years. This year’s list includes a few familiar names and a few that might catch your eye. Names are only retired when a storm is so deadly or costly that future use would be inappropriate; like Katrina, Harvey or Ian.