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Weather Information and Advisory - National Weather Service

1325 East West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Eligibility

Open to all

Hours

24 hours/7 days a week

Application process

Visit website

Service area

MN

Other Information

Hours of Operation

Open Weekday Evenings After 5 pm
Open Saturday or Sunday

Program Fees

No Fee

Description

Provides weather-related warnings, observations, and forecasts. Information includes: - Current and archived weather information and advisories - Regional/local offices providing forecast and weather advisory information, Storm Spotters training, certification, volunteer opportunities, and coordination with emergency management - Skywarn program helps provide critical severe weather information from local organizations and private citizens to reach the NWS and local officials. Skywarn volunteers report information in real-time to their local officials and/or local NWS office. - Storm prediction center for future forecasts - Weather-related education and outreach, including online publications with information on tornadoes, extreme heat, winter weather, fires, and floods. Publications are available on the website for download.

Last Assured

09/16/2025

Providing organization

National Weather Service

Provides weather, water data, climate data, forecasts, and warnings for the protection of life and property, and for enhancement of the national economy