SNOW
– Unless qualified by such words as ” occasional” or ” intermittent” , a prediction of snow indicates a steady fall of a few hours or more.
SNOW FLURRIES
– Short duration of intermittent light snowfall with little if any accumulations.
SNOW SQUALL
SOO
– Science and Operations Officer.
SOUTHERN OSCILLATION
– A periodic reversal of the pressure pattern across the tropical Pacific Ocean during El Nino events.
SPC
– Storm Prediction Center. Located in Norman, OK. This office is responsible for monitoring and forecasting severe convective weather in the continental U.S. This includes the issuance of Tornado and Severe Thunderstorm Watches.
SPS
– Special Statement
SPRING TIDE
– Semi-monthly tide of increased height due to the new or full moon.