Dr. Kelly Núñez Ocasio
@knubez.bsky.social
Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University in the Department of Atmospheric Sciences ⛈️
📍College Station, TX
sites.google.com/tamu.edu/nunez-ocasio
📍College Station, TX
sites.google.com/tamu.edu/nunez-ocasio
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Meet the Tropical Systems Group @tamuatmo.bsky.social: featuring Dr. Kwesi Quagraine, Stephanie Ortiz Rosario, and Dr. @zmoon92.bsky.social ! We study the weather and climate of the tropics — from ⛈️to TCs 🌀— using km-scale models, obs, & a passion for science comms!
sites.google.com/tamu.edu/nun...
sites.google.com/tamu.edu/nun...
Reposted by Dr. Kelly Núñez Ocasio
The faces behind the committee🌀
These are some of the AMS Tropical Meteorology & Tropical Cyclones Committee members: researchers, forecasters, and leaders dedicated to advancing science and strengthening our tropical community.
@ametsoc.org
#TropicalMeteorology #TropicalCyclones #Climate #MJO
These are some of the AMS Tropical Meteorology & Tropical Cyclones Committee members: researchers, forecasters, and leaders dedicated to advancing science and strengthening our tropical community.
@ametsoc.org
#TropicalMeteorology #TropicalCyclones #Climate #MJO
February 16, 2026 at 5:19 PM
The faces behind the committee🌀
These are some of the AMS Tropical Meteorology & Tropical Cyclones Committee members: researchers, forecasters, and leaders dedicated to advancing science and strengthening our tropical community.
@ametsoc.org
#TropicalMeteorology #TropicalCyclones #Climate #MJO
These are some of the AMS Tropical Meteorology & Tropical Cyclones Committee members: researchers, forecasters, and leaders dedicated to advancing science and strengthening our tropical community.
@ametsoc.org
#TropicalMeteorology #TropicalCyclones #Climate #MJO
You know it prima! 😎
February 9, 2026 at 2:51 PM
You know it prima! 😎
Reposted by Dr. Kelly Núñez Ocasio
Attending the 106th AMS Annual Meeting in Houston, TX, and online? Check out our Monday sessions for our First Symposium on Tropical Meteorology and Climate! 🌀☁️✨ #AMS2026 #AMSTropical
January 21, 2026 at 3:05 PM
Attending the 106th AMS Annual Meeting in Houston, TX, and online? Check out our Monday sessions for our First Symposium on Tropical Meteorology and Climate! 🌀☁️✨ #AMS2026 #AMSTropical
Thank you to coauthors, @edougherty.bsky.social, @zmoon92.bsky.social, and Chris Davis & the computational and modeling support from @ncar-ucar.bsky.social.
January 6, 2026 at 5:16 PM
Thank you to coauthors, @edougherty.bsky.social, @zmoon92.bsky.social, and Chris Davis & the computational and modeling support from @ncar-ucar.bsky.social.
I’m honored that our recent JAMES publication was selected as an @eos.org @agu.org Research Spotlight.
We show how tropical high-impact Wx events evolve under future atmospheric conditions. I'm excited to continue this work with my research group at @tamuartsci.bsky.social, ATMO Department.
We show how tropical high-impact Wx events evolve under future atmospheric conditions. I'm excited to continue this work with my research group at @tamuartsci.bsky.social, ATMO Department.
Warming May Make Tropical Cyclone “Seeds” Riskier for Africa - Eos
Intensified hurricane precursors may linger longer over the continent, worsening extreme flooding hazards.
eos.org
January 6, 2026 at 5:16 PM
I’m honored that our recent JAMES publication was selected as an @eos.org @agu.org Research Spotlight.
We show how tropical high-impact Wx events evolve under future atmospheric conditions. I'm excited to continue this work with my research group at @tamuartsci.bsky.social, ATMO Department.
We show how tropical high-impact Wx events evolve under future atmospheric conditions. I'm excited to continue this work with my research group at @tamuartsci.bsky.social, ATMO Department.
Reposted by Dr. Kelly Núñez Ocasio
Many cyclones, like 2006’s Hurricane Helene, originate from wet-weather systems over Africa. A recent study indicates climate change intensifies these systems, amplifying flood risks for vulnerable African communities.
New #AGUPubs research by @knubez.bsky.social eos.org/research-spo...
New #AGUPubs research by @knubez.bsky.social eos.org/research-spo...
Warming May Make Tropical Cyclone “Seeds” Riskier for Africa - Eos
Intensified hurricane precursors may linger longer over the continent, worsening extreme flooding hazards.
eos.org
December 19, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Many cyclones, like 2006’s Hurricane Helene, originate from wet-weather systems over Africa. A recent study indicates climate change intensifies these systems, amplifying flood risks for vulnerable African communities.
New #AGUPubs research by @knubez.bsky.social eos.org/research-spo...
New #AGUPubs research by @knubez.bsky.social eos.org/research-spo...
Thanks for sharing, @dpmanchee.bsky.social!
October 31, 2025 at 10:14 PM
Thanks for sharing, @dpmanchee.bsky.social!
Reposted by Dr. Kelly Núñez Ocasio
As a result of climate change, future Atlantic tropical cyclones are likely to develop and move more slowly, and hold more moisture.
agupubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1029/...
Hurricane #Melissa Cat 5 - a forewarning of things to come over coming decades ?
agupubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1029/...
Hurricane #Melissa Cat 5 - a forewarning of things to come over coming decades ?
October 30, 2025 at 5:08 PM
As a result of climate change, future Atlantic tropical cyclones are likely to develop and move more slowly, and hold more moisture.
agupubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1029/...
Hurricane #Melissa Cat 5 - a forewarning of things to come over coming decades ?
agupubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1029/...
Hurricane #Melissa Cat 5 - a forewarning of things to come over coming decades ?
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Interesting Uni Texas UTIG Seminar from @knubez.bsky.social
"Novel Regional Modeling Approaches for Current and Future Tropical Weather and Climate"
Exploring the influence of the African Easterly Jet (AEJ) and African Easterly Waves (AEWs) on tropical storms.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=LgBz...
"Novel Regional Modeling Approaches for Current and Future Tropical Weather and Climate"
Exploring the influence of the African Easterly Jet (AEJ) and African Easterly Waves (AEWs) on tropical storms.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=LgBz...
UTIG Seminar Series: Kelly Nunez Ocasio, Texas A&M University
YouTube video by University of Texas Institute for Geophysics
www.youtube.com
October 30, 2025 at 4:59 PM
Interesting Uni Texas UTIG Seminar from @knubez.bsky.social
"Novel Regional Modeling Approaches for Current and Future Tropical Weather and Climate"
Exploring the influence of the African Easterly Jet (AEJ) and African Easterly Waves (AEWs) on tropical storms.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=LgBz...
"Novel Regional Modeling Approaches for Current and Future Tropical Weather and Climate"
Exploring the influence of the African Easterly Jet (AEJ) and African Easterly Waves (AEWs) on tropical storms.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=LgBz...
Most recent tribute: wmo.int/media/magazi...
In Memory, Jenni Evans
The life and work of Prof. Jenni Evans provides us with a shining example of how to realize the WMO aim of turning science into action for the global good. Jenni first engaged with the work of the WMO...
wmo.int
October 27, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Most recent tribute: wmo.int/media/magazi...
Abstracts can be submitted here: lnkd.in/gcQbVC2Q
Abstract Deadline: November 13 2025
Abstract Deadline: November 13 2025
October 27, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Abstracts can be submitted here: lnkd.in/gcQbVC2Q
Abstract Deadline: November 13 2025
Abstract Deadline: November 13 2025
In honor of Dr. Jenni Evans's legacy in tropical meteorology, I warmly welcome your participation in the upcoming session @ametsoc.org's 37th Conf. on Hurricanes & Tropical Meteorology:
"From Tropics to Extratropics: Exploring Cyclone Dynamics in Current & Future Climates in Memory of Jenni Evans"
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"From Tropics to Extratropics: Exploring Cyclone Dynamics in Current & Future Climates in Memory of Jenni Evans"
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October 27, 2025 at 3:59 PM
In honor of Dr. Jenni Evans's legacy in tropical meteorology, I warmly welcome your participation in the upcoming session @ametsoc.org's 37th Conf. on Hurricanes & Tropical Meteorology:
"From Tropics to Extratropics: Exploring Cyclone Dynamics in Current & Future Climates in Memory of Jenni Evans"
🧵
"From Tropics to Extratropics: Exploring Cyclone Dynamics in Current & Future Climates in Memory of Jenni Evans"
🧵
Last week, I had the absolute pleasure of visiting the University of Texas Institute for Geophysics (UTIG) & learning about the amazing work the faculty & students are doing — especially the incredible research coming out of Danielle Touma's group!
You can find my talk on YouTube👉 lnkd.in/gTcV3TmB
You can find my talk on YouTube👉 lnkd.in/gTcV3TmB
October 13, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Last week, I had the absolute pleasure of visiting the University of Texas Institute for Geophysics (UTIG) & learning about the amazing work the faculty & students are doing — especially the incredible research coming out of Danielle Touma's group!
You can find my talk on YouTube👉 lnkd.in/gTcV3TmB
You can find my talk on YouTube👉 lnkd.in/gTcV3TmB
Same in my tropical meteorology class!! We do tropical weather briefings at the start of class! 🫶
October 9, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Same in my tropical meteorology class!! We do tropical weather briefings at the start of class! 🫶
Some 🔑 findings:
* AEWs over Africa are projected to become more intense & wetter.
* AEW locations remain unchanged, but a case study reveals slower future AEW speeds & delayed TC genesis.
* Slower future AEW propagation may lead to longer-lasting heavy rainfall, raising the risk of flooding.
* AEWs over Africa are projected to become more intense & wetter.
* AEW locations remain unchanged, but a case study reveals slower future AEW speeds & delayed TC genesis.
* Slower future AEW propagation may lead to longer-lasting heavy rainfall, raising the risk of flooding.
October 3, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Some 🔑 findings:
* AEWs over Africa are projected to become more intense & wetter.
* AEW locations remain unchanged, but a case study reveals slower future AEW speeds & delayed TC genesis.
* Slower future AEW propagation may lead to longer-lasting heavy rainfall, raising the risk of flooding.
* AEWs over Africa are projected to become more intense & wetter.
* AEW locations remain unchanged, but a case study reveals slower future AEW speeds & delayed TC genesis.
* Slower future AEW propagation may lead to longer-lasting heavy rainfall, raising the risk of flooding.
🚨 New Study Alert!
Our study with @zmoon92.bsky.social & @edougherty.bsky.social offers new insights into how
African Easterly Waves (AEWs), the seeds of Atlantic hurricanes 🌀, are being shaped by a warmer, moister climate.
doi.org/10.1029/2025...
Our study with @zmoon92.bsky.social & @edougherty.bsky.social offers new insights into how
African Easterly Waves (AEWs), the seeds of Atlantic hurricanes 🌀, are being shaped by a warmer, moister climate.
doi.org/10.1029/2025...
doi.org
October 3, 2025 at 5:25 PM
🚨 New Study Alert!
Our study with @zmoon92.bsky.social & @edougherty.bsky.social offers new insights into how
African Easterly Waves (AEWs), the seeds of Atlantic hurricanes 🌀, are being shaped by a warmer, moister climate.
doi.org/10.1029/2025...
Our study with @zmoon92.bsky.social & @edougherty.bsky.social offers new insights into how
African Easterly Waves (AEWs), the seeds of Atlantic hurricanes 🌀, are being shaped by a warmer, moister climate.
doi.org/10.1029/2025...
Reposted by Dr. Kelly Núñez Ocasio
The Dept. of Atmospheric Sciences at Texas A&M has a YouTube channel. Check out our first video! Starring @knubez.bsky.social along with many faculty and students!
youtu.be/_e57SmX2Ijw?...
youtu.be/_e57SmX2Ijw?...
Texas A&M Atmospheric Sciences
YouTube video by TAMU Atmospheric Sciences
youtu.be
October 2, 2025 at 1:18 AM
The Dept. of Atmospheric Sciences at Texas A&M has a YouTube channel. Check out our first video! Starring @knubez.bsky.social along with many faculty and students!
youtu.be/_e57SmX2Ijw?...
youtu.be/_e57SmX2Ijw?...
Loved visiting NC State's @ncstate.bsky.social Department of Marine, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences—catching up with friends like Allison Michaelis and Anantha Aiyyer, meeting new people, and chatting with grad students. Exciting work happening there, and I look forward to staying connected!
September 22, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Loved visiting NC State's @ncstate.bsky.social Department of Marine, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences—catching up with friends like Allison Michaelis and Anantha Aiyyer, meeting new people, and chatting with grad students. Exciting work happening there, and I look forward to staying connected!
Meet the Tropical Systems Group @tamuatmo.bsky.social: featuring Dr. Kwesi Quagraine, Stephanie Ortiz Rosario, and Dr. @zmoon92.bsky.social ! We study the weather and climate of the tropics — from ⛈️to TCs 🌀— using km-scale models, obs, & a passion for science comms!
sites.google.com/tamu.edu/nun...
sites.google.com/tamu.edu/nun...
August 21, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Meet the Tropical Systems Group @tamuatmo.bsky.social: featuring Dr. Kwesi Quagraine, Stephanie Ortiz Rosario, and Dr. @zmoon92.bsky.social ! We study the weather and climate of the tropics — from ⛈️to TCs 🌀— using km-scale models, obs, & a passion for science comms!
sites.google.com/tamu.edu/nun...
sites.google.com/tamu.edu/nun...
Reposted by Dr. Kelly Núñez Ocasio
Aug 16: Images from @NOAA_HurrHunter and the @NOAASatellites Ocean Winds team show an intense eyewall in Hurricane #Erin This photo shows the ocean surface calm in the eye and roaring in the eyewall. For the latest forecast visit hurricanes.gov https://x.com/NHC_Atlantic/status/1956713125828325429
August 16, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Aug 16: Images from @NOAA_HurrHunter and the @NOAASatellites Ocean Winds team show an intense eyewall in Hurricane #Erin This photo shows the ocean surface calm in the eye and roaring in the eyewall. For the latest forecast visit hurricanes.gov https://x.com/NHC_Atlantic/status/1956713125828325429
👋 Professor expert in TC genesis, AEWs, km-scale modeling, and more since well you know, a long time. 😉
August 1, 2025 at 12:34 PM
👋 Professor expert in TC genesis, AEWs, km-scale modeling, and more since well you know, a long time. 😉
Michael Duda created the meshes I use but if you ever need help with regional configurations, I’m one of the few that can help you with that. :)
July 30, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Michael Duda created the meshes I use but if you ever need help with regional configurations, I’m one of the few that can help you with that. :)
Reposted by Dr. Kelly Núñez Ocasio
🏛️ Texas A&M Atmospheric Sciences professor, Dr. John Nielsen-Gammon, will testify before Congress Wednesday morning at 9 AM CT in a hearing titled “Protecting Lives and Property: Harnessing Innovative Technologies to Enhance Weather Forecasting.”
VIDEO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=YfgH...
VIDEO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=YfgH...
July 15, 2025 at 9:03 PM
🏛️ Texas A&M Atmospheric Sciences professor, Dr. John Nielsen-Gammon, will testify before Congress Wednesday morning at 9 AM CT in a hearing titled “Protecting Lives and Property: Harnessing Innovative Technologies to Enhance Weather Forecasting.”
VIDEO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=YfgH...
VIDEO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=YfgH...
Reposted by Dr. Kelly Núñez Ocasio
The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season started but have you ever wondered how hurricane seeds form? Read about it 👇
Thanks to @dinahvp.bsky.social @usatoday.com for the article!
www.usatoday.com/story/news/n...
Thanks to @dinahvp.bsky.social @usatoday.com for the article!
www.usatoday.com/story/news/n...
How 'tropical waves' carry confounding clues about huge hurricanes
The patterns found in the atmosphere often uneventfully dissipate, but occasionally feed giant hurricanes.
www.usatoday.com
June 4, 2025 at 1:49 AM
The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season started but have you ever wondered how hurricane seeds form? Read about it 👇
Thanks to @dinahvp.bsky.social @usatoday.com for the article!
www.usatoday.com/story/news/n...
Thanks to @dinahvp.bsky.social @usatoday.com for the article!
www.usatoday.com/story/news/n...
The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season started but have you ever wondered how hurricane seeds form? Read about it 👇
Thanks to @dinahvp.bsky.social @usatoday.com for the article!
www.usatoday.com/story/news/n...
Thanks to @dinahvp.bsky.social @usatoday.com for the article!
www.usatoday.com/story/news/n...
How 'tropical waves' carry confounding clues about huge hurricanes
The patterns found in the atmosphere often uneventfully dissipate, but occasionally feed giant hurricanes.
www.usatoday.com
June 4, 2025 at 1:49 AM
The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season started but have you ever wondered how hurricane seeds form? Read about it 👇
Thanks to @dinahvp.bsky.social @usatoday.com for the article!
www.usatoday.com/story/news/n...
Thanks to @dinahvp.bsky.social @usatoday.com for the article!
www.usatoday.com/story/news/n...