Dan Stillman

Meteorologist and editor for the Capital Weather Gang
Dan Stillman is a meteorologist and editor for the Capital Weather Gang. He earned an M.S. in Meteorology from Texas A&M University, and a B.S. in Atmospheric, Oceanic and Space Sciences from the University of Michigan.
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July 12 morning weather update

The inside scoop on D.C. weather.

July 12, 2023

D.C.-area forecast: Heating up today and tomorrow, then storm chances return

The heat is still relatively comfortable today before it turns somewhat more humid tomorrow.

July 12, 2023

Five key factors that spurred the historic floods in Vermont, New York

Recent rainfall, abundant moisture, a slow storm track, flood-prone terrain and climate change were among the elements that contributed to the catastrophic flooding.

July 11, 2023

July 11 morning weather update

The inside scoop on D.C. weather.

July 11, 2023

Florida ocean temperatures at ‘downright shocking’ levels

A heat dome has led to extremely warm coastal waters, including temperatures of 92 to 96 degrees in the Florida Keys.

July 10, 2023

Hot weather really does pump up home runs. Here’s how, and why it matters.

With improved understanding of the effect of weather on baseball, new analytics are emerging for bettors and fantasy sports enthusiasts.

July 9, 2023

D.C.-area forecast: Potent storms likely today, with a flood watch in effect

Flash flooding is possible in some locations this afternoon, while a few storms could produce damaging winds.

July 9, 2023

July 5 morning weather update

The inside scoop on D.C. weather.

July 5, 2023

D.C.-area forecast: Typical July heat on repeat; storm chances trend higher by the weekend

A Code Orange air quality alert is in effect Wednesday due to fireworks smoke and ozone.

July 5, 2023

Should we trust AI to predict natural disasters?

AI technologies that can predict the weather are rapidly improving, and they're much cheaper than traditional weather forecasting models. Will they be widely trusted?

July 4, 2023