Mount Washington Observatory and Appalachian Mountain Club staff share insights about remote weather station data with news reporters on July 11. Learn more about the media day below. Dear *{{Informal Name}}*, Our 24th Annual Seek the Peak is almost here! As we put the finishing touches on the event,

Rhododendron Lapponicum, a dwarf rhododendron found in sub-arctic environments like the alpine zone, was photographed by Corbin T. on June 5 on Mount Washington. Dear *{{Informal Name}}*, Thank you for supporting Mount Washington Observatory. Each year, thanks to you, we gather for our Annual Meeting. This year

Rime ice is illuminated by the sunrise on the observation deck railing on April 23. Dear *{{Informal Name}}*, I'm thrilled to join the Mount Washington Observatory team as its new Membership and Events Coordinator. My family and I have always cherished the White Mountains, and for years,

Sunrise with undercast on March 9. Dear Member, People become aware of Mount Washington Observatory in many ways. It could be your love of extreme weather, an appreciation of the deep historical roots of the organization, an admiration of our research, or the role we play in

Looking up as lenticular clouds start to form at sunset on the leeward side of Mount Washington on Feb. 25. Dear Member, Welcome to meteorological spring! This season is known for some of the wildest weather on Mount Washington. And true to form, the day before spring's

Weather Observer Karl Philippoff, left, and winter intern Tricia Hutton enjoy the sunset on January 15. Dear Member, The deep winter that defines Mount Washington has arrived. Weather averages tell the story of this season, with February's temperatures averaging at 6 °F, and snow and ice pellets

Carter Dome and neighboring peaks at sunset with undercast on Jan. 1, photographed by Weather Observer Ryan Knapp.  Dear Member, Words cannot express how grateful we are for the support of our community at 2023’s year-end. Your gifts not only enabled us to meet our $270,000 goal

Weather Observer & Education Specialist Alex Branton glides across glaze ice on the summit last weekend. Dear Member, Like so many of us, our weather observers are finding festive ways to enjoy the season. Shift members celebrated Thanksgiving together at the summit, and the team staffing the