2 Sep

What is a barometer and storm glass?

A barometer is a classic measuring instrument that has been used for hundreds of years to measure barometric pressure – i.e. atmospheric air pressure – and thus provide an indication of upcoming weather developments. Many people still associate barometers...
26 Christmas

Charles Darwin and the storm glass

Charles Darwin and the storm glass – an introduction to a unique weather instrument When you see a storm glass standing on a shelf in the living room or on a desk today, it can be difficult to imagine that this...
26 Christmas

How does a storm glass work?

How does a storm glass work? An in-depth explanation of storm glass function When you first see a storm glass – or storm glass, as it is also often called – it is easy to think that it must be...
26 Christmas

What is a Storm Glass?

What is a storm glass? A complete guide to the historic weather instrument A storm glass is a fascinating and historic weather instrument that has attracted curious souls for centuries. Many people know the storm glass from maritime tales of adventurers and scientists such as...