Though there is a common misunderstanding between sleet and freezing rain, there is an easy phrase to remember the difference ...

Understanding the Difference Between Sleet and Freezing Rain With a wintry weekend ahead, let’s break down the key differences between sleet and freezing rain—two forms of icy precipitation ...

Winter storms can bring all sorts of precipitation, from snow and sleet to freezing rain and plain old rain. Here's when each ...

Snow, sleet and freezing rain – there are three main types of winter precipitation, and Oklahoma is no stranger to any of ...

This messy mix of winter precipitation often impacts the region during late winter and early spring. Meteorologist John Burchfield explains what differentiates them.

NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Winter weather often brings a mix of precipitation that can turn a simple forecast into a complex puzzle. From snow-covered landscapes to slick icy roads, understanding the ...

How exactly does freezing rain differ from regular snow? Here’s what to know. A National Weather Service graphic illustrates how snow turns into sleet ... Ice can form on roadways when ...

The National Weather Service defines a "wintry mix" as precipitation that could include snow, sleet, freezing rain or some combination of all three at different times. The form of precipitation ...

A normal atmosphere gets snow, but sometimes changes in temperatures at different layers can cause sleet or freezing rain.

The forecasts mention the possibility of freezing rain, which happens when precipitation hits a cold surface and encases the ...