Snow, sleet and freezing rain are not the same, and their impacts aren't either. Here is a look at what causes each and which ...

Sleet falls as ice pellets that freeze before reaching the ground, while freezing rain falls as liquid and freezes upon contact, creating a smooth layer of ice.

During inclement weather, you may see some ice pellets falling from the sky and wonder whether you’re seeing sleet or hail. There’s a huge difference in how those two ice types develop. So, let’s talk ...

MOSTLY SUNNY, WITH A HIGH NEAR 53. CALM WIND BECOMING SOUTH AROUND 5 MPH IN THE AFTERNOON. TUESDAY NIGHT MOSTLY CLOUDY, WITH A LOW AROUND 33. CALM WIND BECOMING NORTHEAST AROUND 6 MPH AFTER MIDNIGHT.

With a wintry weekend ahead, let’s break down the key differences between sleet and freezing rain—two forms of icy precipitation that can create dangerous travel conditions. A mix of sleet and ...