This animation from NOVA Online lets you examine a five-day view of the jet stream.

A page that can help select which weather data from the Bureau's observation station would be helpful in predicting weather patterns. "It briefly provides information about where you may find a Bureau weather station, what observations...

This animated 5 day forecast for the jet stream shows wind direction and wind speed. The forecast was generated on January 1, 2001 by the Fleet Numerical Meteorology and Oceanography Center.

Hoping for a snow day? Consider the meteorological circumstances that would be needed for you to get your wish.