Weather Whys Facts Myths and Oddities Author:Paul Yeager The myths, history, wives-tales, oddities, and wonders of a subject that comes up every day: the weather. — Weather enthusiasts (or just the weather-curious) will discover surprising facts, myths, and oddities in this fascinating book of useful (and sometimes useless) information. With his expertise as a meteorologist and editor, Paul Ye... more »ager takes readers on a journey through the curious world of weather, revealing myths and misconceptions, sharing weird phenomena, and explaining how weather has affected history. Readers will discover a host of fascinating weather facts, including:
•Which city is actually the windiest
•How the temperature affects tire pressure
•Why humidity makes hair go limp or frizzy
•Why a coming storm causes sore joints
•Why watering a garden after it rains is a good idea« less
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