10 Weather Horror Films to Chill Your Bones

Description: This British film explores the aftermath of nuclear testing causing the Earth's axis to tilt, leading to extreme weather changes and global panic, a chilling scenario of man-made horror.

Fact: The film was one of the first to deal with the theme of climate change, albeit in a speculative, sci-fi manner.

Description: Although more of a disaster film, the terrifying power of tornadoes and the suspense of chasing them make for a horror-like experience, especially with the film's intense storm sequences.

Fact: The film was one of the first to use CGI for tornadoes, setting a new standard for special effects in weather-related films.

Description: Set during an ice storm in 1973, this film uses the weather to mirror the emotional and psychological turmoil of its characters, creating a chilling backdrop to personal horror.

Fact: The film was adapted from Rick Moody's novel of the same name and features an ensemble cast including Kevin Kline and Sigourney Weaver.

Description: While primarily a disaster film, the impending comet strike and the resulting tsunamis and storms create a horror-like atmosphere of impending doom and human vulnerability.

Fact: The film was released in the same year as "Armageddon," leading to comparisons between the two comet/asteroid disaster films.

Description: A heist film set during a massive flood, where the relentless rain and rising water levels create a claustrophobic and terrifying environment for the characters.

Fact: The film was shot in a large water tank to simulate the flooding, making it one of the most expensive films to produce due to the water effects.

Description: While focusing on the life of Rubin "Hurricane" Carter, the film uses the metaphor of a hurricane to represent the destructive forces against him, creating a sense of dread and injustice.

Fact: Denzel Washington's portrayal of Carter earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.

Description: While not strictly a horror movie, the film's depiction of a real-life storm at sea, where nature's wrath is personified, creates a horror-like atmosphere of impending doom.

Fact: The film is based on the book by Sebastian Junger, which recounts the true story of the Andrea Gail, a fishing vessel lost at sea during the 1991 Perfect Storm.

Description: This disaster film showcases the catastrophic effects of global warming, leading to a sudden and severe ice age. The horror comes from the relentless, deadly cold that traps characters in life-threatening situations.

Fact: The film was inspired by the book "The Coming Global Superstorm" by Art Bell and Whitley Strieber. It was also one of the first major films to address climate change.

Description: After a violent storm, a mysterious mist envelops a small town, bringing with it terrifying creatures. The horror is amplified by the claustrophobic setting and the unknown lurking in the fog.

Fact: The film's ending was changed from the novella by Stephen King, who later praised the new ending as one of the best in horror cinema.

Description: This film recounts the harrowing Coast Guard rescue during a nor'easter storm, where the sea itself becomes a monstrous adversary, creating a horror-like atmosphere of survival against nature.

Fact: The movie is based on the true story of the 1952 SS Pendleton rescue, one of the most daring in Coast Guard history.