Wilson Alwyn Bentley was an American photographer and meteorologist. He was the first person who was able to capture detailed photos of snowflakes. Because of his achievement, he was called "Snowflake ...

Snowflakes are commonly considered delicate "winter beauties," but there is an interesting secret within the complexity of their designs. Their six-sided patterns predict weather, snowflakes are much ...

You’ve probably heard that no two snowflakes are alike—but you’ve never seen crystal formations in such stunning detail as in a trio of three new photographs by Nathan Myhrvold, who claims to have ...

Here's a question to ponder during these cold, wintry days: How big can snowflakes get? Part of the answer depends on what you mean by the word "snowflake." The other part of that answer depends on ...

In northern communities, seasonal snow plays a central role in day-to-day activities. For some, it means a day off from school. For others, it’s a signal that skiing season is starting. Or maybe it’s ...

Is it true that two snowflakes can't be identical and if not, what are the odds? The specific number of snowflake types depends on who you ask. Photographer Wilson Alwyn Bentley took pictures of ...

The key to more accurate rainfall predictions may lie in the intricate dance of falling snowflakes, a new study has found. The research, observing the physical motion of falling ice crystals, will ...

After getting slammed with nearly two feet of snow and frigid weather, and with meteorologists tracking another potential storm that could strike Massachusetts this weekend, it's no wonder Bay State ...

Readers of the column know that my tastes sometimes run to the edge and this site is one that will keep my reputation intact. I pick it for inclusion for one reason only. It illustrates the incredible ...