Why do freezing temperatures yield both snow and rain?

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Why do freezing temperatures yield both snow and rain?

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When the temperature dips below freezing, precipitation often turns into snow, but sometimes you'll get freezing rain or sleet. Why? Find out in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

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Dec 16, 2015

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Why do freezing temperatures yield both snow and rain?

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