The volcano’s first snow of the season fell in early November 2024—the latest in a 130-year record—only to apparently vanish within a few days.
Published Nov 19, 2024
The blue underbellies of icebergs were spotted floating near the Amery Ice Shelf.
Published Nov 16, 2024
The exceptionally long high-mountain glacier in Central Asia ranges from snowy white near the mountain peaks to dusty brown at lower elevations.
Published Nov 17, 2024
November snows piled up on the plains and peaks of Colorado and New Mexico.
Published Nov 12, 2024Image of the Day Severe Storms Snow and Ice Temperature Extremes
Snow and ice influence climate by reflecting sunlight back into space. When it melts, snow is a source of water for drinking and vegetation; too much snowmelt can lead to floods. These maps show average snow cover by month.
Mar 2000 — Oct 2024
