Once again, we get to talk about radiational cooling. When I walked outside to check the Outdoor Wood Boiler and exercise Bart, I saw something that was a real portent of Autumn. I could see my breath. The combination of cool temperatures (although not cool enough for wind chill) and humidity made that possible, and the temperature has fallen almost a degree since we came in. The sun is up and the sky is clear. I was even able to see Venus (I think) on the eastern horizon.
The Weather Underground model map forecasts a clear day today with a chance of showers this evening. N.O.A.A. is forecasting the same, with temperatures in the upper sixties and the sky cover maxing out at 54%. The NEXRAD radar seems to be showing ground clutter around the Portland area, but nothing here or to the west of us.
My weather station instruments and indicators are still totally confused. The Weather Stick points down, just as it does every morning when the humidity is 91%. I feel sorry for the spider that builds its web using it as a base. The web is perfect in the evening and destroyed by morning. I have wanted to photograph it, but have been unable to so far. The Min/Max Thermometer forecasts improving barometric pressure with sunshine (I like that). The Weather Station Console forecasts deteriorating barometric pressure with rain. The remote weather station forecasts (would you believe?) clouds. My best guess is for a decent day with a chance for precipitation late in the day or early in the evening.
Just a note, we now have some ground fog in the area (06:30),
Low Temperature (°F): 48.9
Current Temperature (°F): 49.1
Relative Humidity: 91%
Dew Point (°F): 46.5
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in Hg): 29.86
Wind Direction: South Southeast
Wind Speed (mph): 0.0
Wind Chill (°F): N/A
Precipitation: Dry
Amount (inches): 0.00

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