How did Meteorology begin?

Meteorology - or the study of weather and the atmosphere - has been around in different forms since Ancient Greece. For example, in 350 BC, Aristotle wrote Meteorology, and is therefore by some considered to be the founder of meteorology. read more

The timeline of meteorology contains events of scientific and technological advancements in the area of atmospheric sciences. The most notable advancements in observational meteorology, weather forecasting, climatology, atmospheric chemistry, and atmospheric physics are listed chronologically. read more

A new national weather service had been born within the U.S. Army Signal Service’s Division of Telegrams and Reports for the Benefit of Commerce that would affect the daily lives of most of the citizens of the United States through its forecasts and warnings for years to come. read more