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Obsessed With the Weather

Steve Maguire, M.Ed
Weather
Situate, Massachusetts
Weather Forecast
Boston
Situate
Scituate, Massachusetts
Southern New England
Temperature
Weather Patterns
October
Daylight Saving Time
Drought
Rain
Nor'easter
Winter Weather
Sea Breeze
March Weather
Scituate
Temperatures
Ice Safety

I am OBSESSED with the weather. Based out of one of the most amazing, diverse, and active weather hot spots in the world, Scituate, Massachusetts; this podcast deals with all things weather. Amazing guests, awesome weather insight, and lots of obsessiveness about the one common factor that influences all life on earth; the weather.

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A wet start to the first half of the week is on the way as much-needed rain returns to Southern New England. Temperatures finally begin to ease after the record-breaking heat wave, and we’ll have the latest update on our drought sta... more

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The all important July 3 & 4th update. Summer has finally officially arrived. We welcome July. We continue our latest sunsets of the calendar year. Our first round of extreme heat is on the way. An update on our drought status. The ... more

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Summer is knocking on the door! Our earliest sunrises of the year arrive this week as Southern New England settles into a much more seasonable weather pattern. We’ll check in on the latest drought conditions, break down a stretch of... more

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We welcome June and the start of Meteorological Summer here in Southern New England! As we turn the calendar page, we also cross several major daylight milestones, with some of our longest days of the year arriving this week. An imp... more

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Recent Guests

Austin Koplozsky
Bike shop owner, Bikeway Hanover
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Episode: 234: Bikeway of Hanover Shop owner Austin Koplozsky
Mark Keup
Owner of Nor'easter Surf Shop in Scituate, MA
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Episode: 228: Nor'easter Surf Shop Owner, Surfer, Competitive Triathlete and Cyclist Mark Keup
Mark Fenton
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Episode: 196: Author, Professional Speaker, Community Planning Expert Mark Fenton
Matthew Hoadley
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Episode: 168: Endurance athlete and race director Matthew Hoadley

Host

Steve McGuire
Host of Obsessed With the Weather; Massachusetts-based weather enthusiast and presenter of weekly forecasts and local weather insights.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 72 ratings
  • happy to $upport

    Have been using the FB weather posts for 2 years since moving to Humarock. Happy yo see an option to pay for podcast content to support the time and effort that goes into this generous community service! Thanks for all you do, our beach days depend on it :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jackpot7785
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Podcast

    I’ve listened to every episode of this podcast and it’s very informative. Living in Scituate, MA, the weather can be volatile and this podcast helps me stay informed. The guests also provide different perspectives about weather, the ocean, and atmosphere. Steve Maguire is a great host!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Juice1483
    United States4 years ago
  • Scituational Awareness

    I subscribed to simply learn more about the weather in Scituate, but find myself eagerly awaiting each episode to learn which guest of Steve’s will be helping to educate me next. Many interesting topics thus far: Harvesting Irish moss; death by fog; sailing the ICW solo; electrostatic discharge; kiteboarding daredevils...very exciting!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mosaic Customer (for now)
    United States6 years ago
  • Awesome podcast

    A great informative listen - really cool to get different perspectives on how the weather affects our lives especially when the host is truly obsessed with the weather! Can't wait for more episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alspank
    United States6 years ago
  • Wicked entertaining

    Enjoy listening to personal stories woven with interesting facts about the weather and how it impacts their jobs, hobbies and life in general. Always a few takeaways that make you feel smarter for having listened.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wheresmypocketbook
    United States6 years ago

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Community-minded listeners value the calls to join local groups and support sponsors.
Fans appreciate the local angle and diverse guest perspectives on weather-related topics.
Listeners praise engaging, organic conversations and the host's ability to make weather topics approachable.

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206: Weekly Weather Preview for August 4 - August 10, 2025
Q: August is one of the hottest months of the year in New England. What is the all-time record high temperature ever recorded in Massachusetts during the month of August?
104 degrees, set in August 1975.
205: Weekly Weather Preview for July 28 - August 3, 2025
Q: What is the highest 24-hour rainfall total ever recorded in Massachusetts?
The record is 18.15 inches, which fell in Westfield during August 18-19, 1955, associated with Hurricane Diane.
239: Weekly Weather Preview for April 12 - April 19, 2026
Q: How many thunderstorms days do we average in Massachusetts, and what exactly qualifies as a thunderstorm day?
We average 30 thunderstorm days per year, and a thunderstorm day is any calendar day on which thunder is heard at a given location.
228: Nor'easter Surf Shop Owner, Surfer, Competitive Triathlete and Cyclist Mark Keup
Q: What is the Situit 500 and how do people navigate the different breaks along Scituate as the day progresses?
The Situit 500 is a fluid, wind- and tide-dependent sequence where surfers move through Breaks like North Mine at Beach, Egypt Beach, and various point breaks while adapting to wind directions and the swell; it requires awareness of wind shifts, tide states, and the sandbar dynamics to maximize favorable waves.
181: Weekly Weather Preview for December 15 - December 22
Q: How is windchill calculated?
Windchill is calculated using a mathematical formula that includes air temperature and wind speed, accounting for heat loss on skin.

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The show centers on local weather in a coastal New England town, with practical forecasts, sun and beach safety tips, and light science education around weather patterns and events. Episodes weave community updates, sponsor mentions, and audience engagement through quizzes and group prompts, often highlighting seasonal shifts, daylight changes, and how weather shapes daily life for residents and visitors alike. It tends to feature deep dives into weather phenomena, local geography, and real-world implications for outdoor activities, boating, and tourism, making it useful for listeners who want actionable forecasts and accessible climate context.

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