This September at AMS

Welcome to our new monthly LinkedIn newsletter featuring timely information from the American Meteorological Society!

State of the Climate in 2023

2023 was the hottest year on record, with the highest atmospheric greenhouse gas concentrations. The 34th annual summary of the global climate documents these and other numerous global records broken in 2023, as well as the impacts of major weather events and the overall status and trajectory of many components of the climate system. Visit the web page to access the full report and executive summary–or read the highlights on our AMS blog!

2025 Award and Honors Recipients Announced

Join us in congratulating our outstanding 2025 AMS awards and honors recipients, who will be recognized at the 105th AMS Annual Meeting in New Orleans.

Coming up in September at AMS…

Volunteer Opportunities

Take a look at opportunities to join AMS Boards and Committees for 2025: serve your community and make valuable connections that will have an impact throughout your career! Use our fast-and-easy portal to apply before 27 September.

Meetings and Conferences

Deadlines and notes for this month

31st Conference on Severe Local Storms (21-25 October, 2024, in Virginia Beach, VA and online)

Early registration ends 11 September! Register now to attend this conference focused on severe thunderstorms and their hazards and impacts–including tornadoes, lightning, and flash floods.

52nd Conference on Broadcast and Digital Meteorology and 21st Conference on Mesoscale Processes (23–26 June, 2025, in Boise, ID and online)

Abstract submissions open early October!

105th AMS Annual Meeting (12-16 January, 2025, in New Orleans, LA, and online)

• Check out all the great student opportunities before the 19 September deadline!
• The 24th Student Conference Poster Session abstract deadline is 19 September, and there is no fee!
• Hotel blocks are open—and they are filling up fast! Book your room now.

See you all in New Orleans next year! #AMS2025

Scholarships and Fellowships

Applications are open for undergraduate and graduate students in the weather, water, and climate sciences! AMS scholarships and fellowships range from $1,000 to $26,000 to support your education and pursuit of a career in the atmospheric and related oceanic or hydrologic sciences. Check out our web page for AMS Scholarships and Fellowships.

AMS Webinars

Free to register and attend

• When Looks Can Be Deceiving: Late Season Beach Safety (11 September 7–8 PM ET)
• Make Your Weather Passion a Reality: A Panel Discussion With the Experts (24 September 1-2 PM ET)
• Tales from a USAF Weather and Environment Science Officer (27 September 11 AM -12PM ET)

Career Portal

Check the AMS Careers webpage for Job Postings, Career Advising, Resources, and Professional Development.