Ted Buehner

KIRO Newsradio Meteorologist

Ted Buehner

Ted Buehner is a longtime meteorologist expert for the Pacific Northwest.

Heavy Cascade snowfall this week brings major travel impacts over I-90 and White Pass

In the Cascades, two to four feet of fresh snow is anticipated to fall Tuesday through Thursday, adding to the totals that have fallen since December.
3 days ago

Clear skies expected for Space Needle show this New Year’s Eve

New Year’s Eve 2025 will have more of the recent cool dry weather, including the midnight celebrations, with the forecast holding through New Year’s Day.
8 days ago

A poetic recap of Washington’s turbulent 2025 weather

As 2025 comes to a close, here’s a poetic look back at a year defined by drought, storms, and December flooding across the Pacific Northwest.
11 days ago

Windstorm sweeps Puget Sound with potential for power outages

A powerful windstorm is developing off California's coast, moving towards WA, bringing strong winds to the region.
16 days ago

Rough skies for Santa: Windstorm threatens power outages; no white Christmas

Santa should monitor the windstorm forecast for potential power outages this Christmas Eve in western Washington.
17 days ago

After weeks of flooding, winter weather finally stabilizes western WA

As a result of the winter weather, all area rivers have receded below flood stage, including the water-soaked south King County area.
18 days ago

Blink and you’ll miss it: Sunday’s winter solstice marks shortest day of the year

Discover the significance of the winter solstice on December 21, marking the start of astronomical winter this year.
21 days ago

More rain, strong winds expected Tuesday night across western Washington

Nasty December weather looks like it will go out with an exclamation point! More rain and strong winds will punctuate the region’s recent hazardous weather.
23 days ago

More flooding ahead: Atmospheric river to bring warm rain, high winds, and rising rivers

What is it about mid-December weather? The latest atmospheric river has brought warm, heavy rain, resulting in widespread major flooding and landslides.
25 days ago

Historic atmospheric river eases, but landslide threat lingers as more rain looms

While heavy rainfall subsides, the threat of landslides persists as additional rain is forecasted for early next week.
27 days ago

Worst is over: Heavy rain ends, only light showers ahead

The good news is that the worst of the heavy rainfall is over. Now is the time for all that moisture to work its way downstream.
28 days ago

Rain to ease midweek before returning as atmospheric river shifts through region

Rain in western WA will taper off mid-week as the atmospheric river weakens, bringing milder conditions ahead.
1 month ago

King Tides are coming: Here’s when western Washington should worry

November marks King Tide season. Learn when western WA should be vigilant about the highest astronomical high tides.
1 month ago

Days of rain could bring flooding as atmospheric river targets western WA

An atmospheric river will bring heavy rain, raising flood risks in lowland areas on Monday and Tuesday. Stay informed and prepared.
1 month ago

Meteorological winter begins Dec. 1 as Western WA braces for colder weather

Meteorological winter starts on Dec. 1. Yet, winter doesn't officially begin until the winter solstice, which is on Dec. 21, just after 7 a.m. Why is there a difference when winter gets underway?
1 month ago

Thanksgiving holiday weather and travel: What to expect this week

The week of Thanksgiving is here, and many are planning to travel to visit family for the holiday.
2 months ago

Flood season returns: Why a ‘100-year flood’ can happen any year

Discover why a 100-year flood can occur any year in Western Washington and its impact during flood season.
2 months ago

What is an ‘atmospheric river’? The science behind the term flooding forecasts

There has been a lot of talk about the term "atmospheric river" in the last month or so. Some feel the term is now being overused or even misused. So what is an atmospheric river?
2 months ago

Heavy rain, accompanied by thunder and lightning, pummelled Seattle Wednesday evening

Hail, thunder, lightning, strong gusts of wind, and rain struck Seattle Wednesday evening.
2 months ago

November historically the wettest month of the year in WA, kicks off ‘The Big Dark’

Welcome to November, historically the wettest month of the year. Combined with the change to standard time over the weekend, some also refer to this month as the beginning of the "Big Dark" as sunsets now fall well before 5 p.m.
2 months ago

Atmospheric river to bring heavy rain, 50 mph winds to WA this weekend

A strong atmospheric river will bring significant rain and winds to WA, impacting weather across Western Washington soon.
3 months ago

From sunshine to showers: Weekend brings cooler, wetter conditions

After sunny days, expect a return to typical fall weather with rain and cooler temperatures this weekend. Prepare for soggy conditions.
3 months ago

Washington’s Great ShakeOut: Millions to practice ‘drop, cover, hold’ on Thursday

Ready to participate in the Great Shakeout on Thursday, Oct. 16, at 10:16 a.m.? More than 1.5 million people in Washington have already registered to do so.
3 months ago

63 years after Columbus Day Storm, is western Washington prepared for the next big wind storm?

Hurricane season in the Atlantic and the Pacific Oceans wraps up around Nov. 1. Though some in Western Washington ask, “Do we get hurricanes here?”
3 months ago