I was in a class this evening, but when my wife went out to pick some things up at the store she informed me that we did have a snow shower. There was no snow to measure by the time I got home, but we did have precipitation within the 24 hour time that I set forth. If she had not told me I would not have known it. N.O.A.A. did predict light scattered snow showers today, and they did get it right.
For the overnight the prediction is for no precipitation here, but there may be some scattered snow showers just north of us. There is also a prediction of temperatures in the single numbers (above zero), clouds coming and going (right now they are gone) and relative humidity ranging from the mid-forties to the upper sixties.
My Weather Stick still responds to the 56% relative humidity pointing slightly up. All three of the digital, electronic instruments forecast rising barometric pressure. For the weather type they all disagree. The Weather Station Console forecasts fair weather, the Min/Max Thermometer forecasts partly cloudy skies and the remote weather station forecasts cloudy skies. Based on the N.O.A.A. forecast and these instruments my best guess is that we will have partly cloudy skies with no precipitation and a bit of wind. It will feel colder than it really is so dress for the colder temperatures.
High Temperature (°F): 29.4
Current Temperature (°F): 13.6
Relative Humidity: 56%
Dew Point (°F): 0.8
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.88
Wind Direction: West Southwest
Wind Speed (mph): 1.1
Wind Chill (°F): 13.6
Precipitation: Snow (Snow)
Amount (inches): 0.00 (13 inches)
Sky-PM: Clear
Cloud Type: None
Weather Stick: Slightly Up
Comparative data for today.
Temperature: -2°F/-5°F//10°F/9°F//21°F/26°F//22°F/26°F.
Relative Humidity: 95%/73%//60%61%//42%/40%//38%/37%.
My congratulations to N.O.A.A. They had all the points close except the first one for the relative humidity. Good job.
Forecast data for the overnight.
Temperature: 20°F/14°F/10°F/7°F.
Relative Humidity: 43%/44%/63%/69%

Overnight there was significant cloud cover that allowed the full or nearly full moon to shine through, but it was definitely not at full brightness. That cloud cover did not provide the insulation it usually does to keep our temperatures from falling too far. Once again it got colder than they expected, the cloud cover was at least 50% and the relative humidity was close for most of the overnight. There was no precipitation, so N.O.A.A. did get that part right.
For today N.O.A.A. forecasts scattered light snow showers (based on the graphical forecast maps), temperatures in the low twenties, cloud cover falling from 83% to 65% and the relative humidity falling from 95% to 38%. A dry, cold, cloudy day is in store for us according to N.O.A.A.
My Weather Stick points straight out, and the relative humidity is 72%. So where is the surprise? My electronic instruments leave me as confused as the weather stick this morning. The Weather Station Console forecasts fair skies and rising barometric pressure. The Min/Max Thermometer forecasts partly cloudy skies with falling barometric pressure. The remote weather station forecasts cloudy skies with steady barometric pressure. Would anyone else like to weigh in on this one? My own feeling is that we will have cloudy skies with a chance of some light precipitation (frozen). I do not think there will be much accumulation. There does not seem to be much wind this morning, and I expect that to continue. Thank goodness, the windchill lately has been significant and biting.
Low Temperature (°F): -6.8
Current Temperature (°F): -6.8
Relative Humidity: 72%
Dew Point (°F): -13.6
Heat Index (°F): Ha-Ha (Not Until July)
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.8
Wind Direction: Northwest
Wind Speed (mph): 0.0
Wind Chill (°F): -6.7
Precipitation: Dry (Snow)
Amount (inches): 0.00 (13 inches)
Sky-AM: Mostly Cloudy
Cloud Type: Altostratus
Weather Stick: Straight
Comparative data for the overnight.
Temperature: 10°F/6°F//7°F/4°F//3°F/2°F//-1°F/-4°F.
Relative Humidity: 43%/48%//54%57%//72%/65%//91%/70%.
N.O.A.A. did okay with the forecast for the temperature for the overnight. The relative humidity forecast was equally well done with the exception of the last point, which was forecast over 20% high.
Forecast data for today.
Temperature: -2°F/10°F/21°F/22°F.
Relative Humidity: 95%/60%/42%/38%

There was no red sky tonight, but there were Mares' Tails and Mackerel Scales. N.O.A.A. was right about the precipitation and about right about the temperature. We had no precipitation and the temperature never made it to 20°F. The cloud cover increased all day, until this evening we had mostly cloudy skies with cirrus clouds.
For the overnight N.O.A.A. forecasts temperatures below 0°F, cloud cover in the mid fifties until 04:00 hours when it will jump to 69% and no precipitation. The relative humidity is supposed to get into the 90% range making it more uncomfortable to be outside.
My Weather Stick points up in response to the 40% relative humidity. Two of my electronic instruments forecast fair skies with rising barometric pressure. The remote weather station forecasts clouds with a rising barometer. My own take on everything is that we will have clear skies cold temperatures, moist air and no precipitation.
High Temperature (°F): 19.2
Current Temperature (°F): 6.9
Relative Humidity: 40%
Dew Point (°F): -11.8
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.80
Wind Direction: North Northwest
Wind Speed (mph): 0.0
Wind Chill (°F): 6.9
Precipitation: Dry
Amount (inches): 0.00
Sky-PM: Mostly Cloudy
Cloud Type: Cirrus
Weather Stick: Up
Comparative data for today.
Temperature: -2°F/-5°F//7°F/7°F//14°F/17°F/15°F/16°F.
Relative Humidity: 61%/63%//43%48%//33%/34%//33%/33%.
N.O.A.A. did okay with the forecast for the temperature today. The relative humidity forecast was equally well done.
Forecast data for the overnight.
Temperature: 10°F/7°F/3°F/-1°F.
Relative Humidity: 43%/54%/72%/91%

The Arctic Blast keeps blasting. It is still cold, and it appears that it will continue for the immediate future. N.O.A.A. predicted a low of 0°F for our area overnight. Guess what, -8.3°F is well below 0°F. They missed that mark by a country mile. They did get the predominant weather correct, since we had no precipitation, the skies were clear, it was cold but it was dry. We all know that dry cold is easier to deal with, unless the wind blows as it did last night and this morning.
For today N.O.A.A. still sees no precipitation on the immediate horizon. Once again the sky will remain clear (or nearly so), the temperatures will remain below 20°F and the relative humidity will be low (around 30%). The Weather Underground model forecast maps do not show any storms headed for us right now and the NEXRAD composite radar is only showing lake effect snow near the Great Lakes. The cold continues.
My Weather Stick points up, and at 52% who can blame it. Two of the electronic instruments forecast fair skies with rising barometric pressure. The remote weather station forecasts cloudy conditions with a rising barometer as well. Right now the sky is clear or nearly so; the wind is active, and the temperature below 10°F. My guess is that these conditions will continue unabated for today.
Low Temperature (°F): -8.3
Current Temperature (°F): 4.6
Relative Humidity: 52%
Dew Point (°F): -9.4
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.82
Wind Direction: North
Wind Speed (mph): 4.8
Wind Chill (°F): -0.2
Precipitation: Dry (Snow)
Amount (inches): 0.00 (13 inches)
Sky-AM: Mostly Fair
Cloud Type: Cirrus
Weather Stick: Up
Comparative data for the overnight.
Temperature: 13°F/9°F//9°F/6°F//4°F/-0.7°F//0°F/-7°F.
Relative Humidity: 43%/51%//49%51%//56%/57%//62%/63%.
N.O.A.A. did okay with the forecast for the temperature today. The relative humidity forecast was equally well done.
Forecast data for today.
Temperature: -2°F/7°F/14°F/15°F.
Relative Humidity: 61%/43%/33%/33%

The Shades Of Night Are Falling Fast
N.O.A.A. predicted the temperature would reach the upper teens today, well it not only reached them, but it surpassed them making it all the way to 30°F. Listening to one of the Weather Prognosticators, this is the longest stretch of cold weather we have had in the last two years. We still are not having the snowstorms that we usually have in January. The sky remained quite clear; the temperature cold and there was no precipitation.
For the overnight N.O.A.A. forecasts no precipitation, temperatures at or near 0°F by 04:00 hours, and very clear skies. The only precipitation I could see on the NEXRAD radar was some lake effect snow near Lake Erie, and the Weather Underground model forecast maps show no storms moving our way. I will keep watching.
My Weather Stick has responded to the 40% relative humidity and points up. My electronic instruments remain confused. The Weather Station console forecasts foul weather with a falling barometer. The Min/Max Thermometer forecasts partly cloudy skies with a rising barometer. The remote weather station forecasts foul weather with a falling barometer. Anybody else want to guess what the weather will be? My own guess is for a clear night, cold temperatures and no precipitation.
High Temperature (°F): 30.2
Current Temperature (°F): 18.6
Relative Humidity: 40%
Dew Point (°F): -1.6
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.64
Wind Direction: Southwest
Wind Speed (mph): 4.4
Wind Chill (°F): 15.1
Precipitation: None (Snow)
Amount (inches): 0.00 (13 inches)
Sky-PM: Partly Fair
Cloud Type: Cirrus
Weather Stick: Up
Comparative data for today.
Temperature: 7°F/-8°F//9°F/11°F//17°F/29°F//18°F/19°F.
Relative Humidity: 63%/74%//57%69%//38%/36%//37%/40%.
N.O.A.A. did poorly with the forecast for the temperature today. The second and last data points were the only ones that were close. The relative humidity forecast only had the last two points close.
Forecast data for the overnight.
Temperature: 13°F/9°F/4°F/0°F.
Relative Humidity: 43%/49%/56%/62%

Last evening N.O.A.A. forecast the temperature to dip back into the single numbers above zero. Well, it did that and a lot more. Right now (06:00 hours) it is -7.4 and falling. That is an almost 2 degree drop from when I started collecting this morning's data. The sky is clear, the stars are brilliant and the wind cold enough to freeze, well you know... At this point I am not sure how far it will fall, but when it gets to the low point I will report it.
For today N.O.A.A. predicts no precipitation, temperatures in the mid-teens and cloud cover in the low forty percent range. The Weather Underground model forecast maps show a storm moving south of us. It should not even affect the coast today. If it warms up as much as it is expected to there will be about a 25°F change in temperature, and we should be able to feel that.
My Weather Stick points slightly down in response to the 75% relative humidity outside my house. Once again the electronic instruments are forecasting falling barometric pressure and foul weather. I still do not see the foul weather since there are no clouds and no precipitation on the NEXRAD radar or the model forecast maps. I think we are in the grips of a low pressure system that has little or no moisture associated with it. Thus, we have the cold, no clouds and low barometric pressure. By the way, it appears that I got another one of my guesses correct.
Low Temperature (°F): -8.3
Current Temperature (°F): -5.8
Relative Humidity: 75%
Dew Point (°F): -11.8
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.59
Wind Direction: East
Wind Speed (mph): 0.0
Wind Chill (°F): -5.8
Precipitation: None (Snow)
Amount (inches): 0.00 (13 inches)
Sky-AM: Clear
Cloud Type: None
Weather Stick: Slightly Down
Comparative data for the overnight.
Temperature: 16°F/15°F//11°F/6°F//8°F/2°F//5°F/-5°F.
Relative Humidity: 56%/57%//66%67%//69%/76%//76%/74%.
N.O.A.A. did poorly with the forecast for the temperature today. The first data point was the only one that was close. The relative humidity forecast was much better. The third data point was the only one that missed the mark.
Forecast data for today.
Temperature: 7°F/9°F/17°F/18°F.
Relative Humidity: 63%/57%/38%/37%

Yes, that is what this was. We had a party, a wood splitting party. We got all the wood that could be split with the woodsplitter split with the help of some family and friends. It will make it possible for my wife and me to load the outdoor wood boiler ourselves. N.O.A.A. missed the high temperature for today, but they did get the cloud cover about right and the predominant weather as well. In the middle of winter we will take this kind of weather any time.
For the overnight N.O.A.A. forecasts no precipitation, temperatures in the mid-single numbers above zero and cloud cover in the mid-forties to the high fifty percent range. All things considered not a bad night.
My Weather Stick points slightly up responding to the 48% relative humidity. My electronic instruments do not seem to have caught up with each other yet. The Weather Station Console forecasts foul weather with a falling barometer. The Min/Max Thermometer forecasts partly cloudy skies with a rising barometer. The remote weather station predicts foul weather with a falling barometer. What can we make of that? Based on the clear skies outside, the falling temperatures and barometric pressure my best guess is a cold night with clear skies and no precipitation. We will just have to wait until morning to find out what we will get.
High Temperature (°F): 34.5
Current Temperature (°F): 22.4
Relative Humidity: 48%
Dew Point (°F): 5.3
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.58
Wind Direction: North Northwest
Wind Speed (mph): 0.0
Wind Chill (°F): 22.4
Precipitation: Snow
Amount (inches): 0.00
Sky-PM: Clear
Cloud Type: None
Weather Stick: Slightly Up
Comparative data for today.
Temperature: 5°F/8°F//15°F/18°F//23°F/34°F/24°F/30°F.
Relative Humidity: 76%/71%//55%66%//43%/46%//41%/41%.
N.O.A.A. did poorly with the forecast for the temperature today. The last data point was the only one that was close. The relative humidity forecast was much better.
Forecast data for the overnight.
Temperature: 16°F/11°F/8°F/5°F.
Relative Humidity: 56%/66%/69%/76%

My guess is that we had some clouds move in around midnight adding a layer of insulation to our area, and allowing the temperature to moderate. At some point during the midnight to 06:00 hour point we had a snow shower. It provided just a trace of new snow, and not enough to measure. It does appear that I read the signs correctly for our area. Chalk one up for my side.
For today N.O.A.A. forecasts no precipitation, high temperatures in the mid-twenties and cloud cover in the 60% range. There does not seem to be any stormy weather on the Weather Underground model forecast maps, and the NEXRAD radar is clear for our area. It does appear that the snow shower is currently headed off the coast near Portland.
My Weather Stick points slightly down, and the relative humidity is 71%. We seem to be developing a correlation here. All three of my electronic instruments forecast foul weather with falling barometric pressure. I am looking at partly to mostly cloudy skies as I observe the weather outside my windows. The barometric pressure has fallen a bit since my report of last night, but not significantly. I will suggest that we will have just that, partly to mostly cloudy skies, no precipitation and moderating temperatures.
Low Temperature (°F): -2.7
Current Temperature (°F): 7.7
Relative Humidity: 71%
Dew Point (°F): 0.2
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.6
Wind Direction: East
Wind Speed (mph): 0.0
Wind Chill (°F): 7.7
Precipitation: Snow (Snow)
Amount (inches): Trace (13 inches)
Sky-AM: Mostly Cloudy
Cloud Type: Cirrocumulus
Weather Stick: Slightly Down
Comparative data for the overnight.
Temperature: 12°F/7°F//9°F/0°F//7°F/1°F//5°F/6°F.
Relative Humidity: 52%/51%//60%65%//66%/71%//76%/71%.
N.O.A.A. did poorly with the forecast for the temperature today. The last data point was the only one that was close. The relative humidity forecast was much better.
Forecast data for today.
Temperature: 5°F/15°F/23°F/24°F.
Relative Humidity: 76%/55%/43%/41%

The Clouds Of This Morning Went Away
The sky cleared, and we actually warmed up to the mid twenties this afternoon. It is almost time to break out the Bermuda shorts and tee shirts again. Just kidding because we are headed back to the below zero readings again this evening. N.O.A.A. did get the predominant weather correct, although the cloud cover did not get as high as they said it would. I am still not convinced that we will be without precipitation by morning.
For the overnight N.O.A.A. sees snow north and south of us, but no precipitation here. Temperatures are forecast to dip into the mid-single numbers, but we have already exceeded that. They also peg the cloud cover in the upper 80% range, but we are still well below that.
My weather stick still responds to the 61% relative humidity and points slightly up. There is little agreement among my electronic instruments. The Weather Station Console forecasts falling barometric pressure with foul weather. The Min/Max Thermometer forecasts partly cloudy skies with rising barometric pressure. Finally the remote weather station forecasts foul weather with falling barometric pressure. Whom can you believe? I still think we will have some precipitation overnight, especially since there is some precipitation showing up on the NEXRAD composite radar. The Weather Underground forecast maps also show some potential precipitation for our area. There is not much and the bulk of the storm is expected to stay offshore.
High Temperature (°F): 27.6
Current Temperature (°F): 1.9
Relative Humidity: 61%
Dew Point (°F): -8.5
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.62
Wind Direction: Southwest
Wind Speed (mph): 0.0
Wind Chill (°F): 1.9
Precipitation: Dry (Snow)
Amount (inches): 0.00 (13 inches)
Sky-PM: Clear
Cloud Type: None
Weather Stick: Slightly Up
Comparative data for today.
Temperature: -12°F/-8°F//3°F/9°F//17°F/23°F//19°F/24°F.
Relative Humidity: 95%/61%///62%52%//48%/38%//48%/35%.
N.O.A.A. did all right with the forecast for the temperature today. The relative humidity forecast was not very accurate at all.
Forecast data for the overnight.
Temperature: 12°F/9°F/7°F/5°F.
Relative Humidity: 52%/60%/66%/76%

Cirrocumulus Clouds Moving In West To East
Overnight it just got cold. The sky was clear so there was nothing to prevent the temperature from plummeting to the single numbers below zero. We did get the predominant weather correct (there was no precipitation). The temperature got just a little colder than the forecast said it would.
For today N.O.A.A. forecasts no precipitation, temperatures in the high teens and clouds moving in. Maybe they will act as a blanket and warm us up a little bit. We can live in hope.
My Weather Stick points up (fair weather or foul). The portent would be fair, the reality, with the clouds moving in, is probably foul. The three electronic instruments have divergent opinions. The Weather Station Console forecasts partly cloudy sky with a rising barometer. The Min/Max Thermometer forecasts partly cloudy sky with a falling barometer and the remote weather station forecasts cloudy sky with a steady barometric pressure. Take your best shot on this one. With the clouds moving in, I suspect we will have some foul weather within the next 24 hours. We will see what happens by tomorrow morning.
Low Temperature (°F): -9.5
Current Temperature (°F): 7.5
Relative Humidity: 54%
Dew Point (°F): -5.8
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.72
Wind Direction: West Southwest
Wind Speed (mph): 1.3
Wind Chill (°F): 7.5
Precipitation: Dry (Snow)
Amount (inches): 0.00 (13 inches)
Sky-AM: Mostly Cloudy
Cloud Type: Cirrocumulus
Weather Stick: Up
Comparative data for the overnight.
Temperature: 1°F/-4°F//-2°F/-3°F/-5°F/-6°F//-7°F/-3°F.
Relative Humidity: 51%/46%///58%51%//67%/57%//78%/56%.
N.O.A.A. did very well with the forecast for the temperature overnight. The relative humidity forecast was not very accurate overnight.
Forecast data for today.
Temperature: -12°F/3°F/17°F/19°F.
Relative Humidity: 95%/62%/48%/48%

Here it is just a little after 23:00 hours and the temperature is already -5.6 degrees below 0 Fahrenheit. This is not nice. N.O.A.A. and I did get the predominant weather correct, and the fact that the temperature never did make it out of the single numbers today. It was a very pretty day, and if it had been summer it would have been warm. Well, it was not warm at all. This is a day to remember those days when we rode our bicycles and needed to drink three liters of water in four hours. It is good we can remember those days.
For tonight get ready for a repeat of last night, cold and windy. Clear skies with many stars visible.
My weather stick points up, and it is cold clear and dry. Is that a portent or just the 53% relative humidity? Two of my electronic instruments forecast a rising barometer with partly cloudy conditions. The remote weather station forecasts the same type of barometric pressure with cloudy conditions. I disagree slightly. I see the sky as clear, as it was at 16:00 hours, many stars, cold temperatures and some wind.
High Temperature (°F): 8.4
Current Temperature (°F): -5.6
Relative Humidity: 53%
Dew Point (°F): -18.4
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.75
Wind Direction: South Southwest
Wind Speed (mph): 0.0
Wind Chill (°F): -5.6
Precipitation: Dry (Snow)
Amount (inches): 0.00 (13 inches)
Sky-PM: Clear
Cloud Type: None
Weather Stick: Up
Comparative data for today.
Temperature: -5°F/-8°F//1°F/-1°F//6°F/8°F//6°F/3°F.
Relative Humidity: 61%/54%///48%47%//40%/36%//40%/38%.
N.O.A.A. did very well with the forecast for the temperature. The relative humidity forecast was also very well done.
Forecast data for the overnight.
Temperature: 1°F/-2°F/-5°F/-7°F.
Relative Humidity: 51%/58%/67%/78%

I know when the temperature reaches -273 degrees C (absolute Zero) Mainers begin to ask each other if it is cold enough yet. We are getting there. It is now time to put on the light jackets and maybe a hat. It did not reach the low temperature yesterday morning until about 07:22 hours. Right now it is not as cold as it was yesterday morning at this time, and my current temperature is from when I started this data collection at 05:30 hours. If it gets much colder our words will freeze as they come out of our mouths, and we will not hear what is said until the spring thaw. (Sorry, a little weather humor to lighten things up.) N.O.A.A. did have the predominant weather correct, although it has gotten colder than they said it would.
For today their forecast is still for no precipitation, temperatures that will not make it to the teens, and dissipating cloud cover (down to about 30%). The Weather Underground model forecast maps are also suggesting that we will have the precipitation going south and east of us off shore. We actually could use some more snow to help insulate our basements and the ground in general. It would also help our winter sports economy
My Weather Stick responds to the 54% relative humidity by pointing straight out. All three of my electronic instruments support the notion that the barometric pressure will fall and we will see some inclement weather. I probably should not take issue with them, but I do not see any inclement weather on the NEXRAD radar or the Weather Underground model forecast maps. We may be just having a low pressure system in place that does not have enough moisture associated with it to produce any precipitation.
Low Temperature (°F): -7.9 (Subject to Change)
Current Temperature (°F): -6.5
Relative Humidity: 54%
Dew Point (°F): -18.7
Heat Index (°F): Ha-Ha
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.66
Wind Direction: Southwest
Wind Speed (mph): 12.3
Wind Chill (°F): -33.5
Precipitation: Dry (Snow)
Amount (inches): 0.00 (13 inches)
Sky-AM: Partly Cloudy
Cloud Type: Cirrus
Weather Stick: Straight
Comparative data for the overnight.
Temperature: 8°F/2°F//3°F/-2°F//-2°F/-2°F//-5°F/-4°F.
Relative Humidity: 47%/51%///53%52%//71%/52%//71%/54%.
N.O.A.A. did not do very well with the forecast for the temperature for the first half of the overnight. The relative humidity forecast was better for the first half of the overnight than for the latter half.
Forecast data for today.
Temperature: -5°F/1°F/6°F/6°F.
Relative Humidity: 61%/48%/40%/40%

The wind has been an active participant in our weather today making it feel much colder than it actually was. The sky has remained clear, and the sun made things quite bright. It was a pretty day, but not one that I wanted to be outside doing much of anything.
For the overnight N.O.A.A. is predicting no precipitation, temperatures falling back into the negative numbers and the cloud cover slowly increasing. According to the Weather Underground model forecast maps we are not going to see any significant storms through Saturday. I am not sure I believe that, but we can live in hope. It is supposed to be cold though.
My Weather Stick points slightly up, and with only 45% relative humidity I would have expected more than that. All three of my electronic instruments are forecasting a falling barometer and foul weather just as they were this morning. I have yet to see any foul weather today or on the horizon for tonight. In fact all I am seeing right now are clear skies and nasty windchills (-18.1°F right now). I will get my chores done quickly this evening and get back in the house where I can be warm. The “rainfall” was the result of some snow in the rain gauge melting and being recorded. That will probably continue as we go through the month until spring.
High Temperature (°F): 22.8
Current Temperature (°F): 6.6
Relative Humidity: 45%
Dew Point (°F): -10.3
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.65
Wind Direction: West
Wind Speed (mph): 5.5
Wind Chill (°F): -1.5
Precipitation: Dry (Snow)
Amount (inches): 0.02 (13 inches)
Sky-PM: Mostly Fair
Cloud Type: Cirrus
Weather Stick: Slightly Up
Comparative data for today.
Temperature: 3°F/-7°F//10°F/9°F//16°F/21°F//17°F/13°F.
Relative Humidity: 56%/73%///50%/68%//38%/37%//33%/41%.
N.O.A.A. did not do very well with the forecast for the temperature today either. The relative humidity forecast was no better than that for the temperature, which is not unusual.
Forecast data for the overnight.
Temperature: 8°F/3°F/-2°F/-5°F.
Relative Humidity: 47%/53%/71%/71%

The arctic air seems to have moved a bit faster than N.O.A.A. predicted. The forecast temperature seems to have lagged behind the actual by about three hours. The sky remained clear all night, and as a result of the radiational cooling the temperature has plummeted to below zero readings. I have had to adjust the low temperature twice since I started the report this morning.
For today N.O.A.A. sees no precipitation, temperatures remain in the twenties, clouds moving in late this afternoon and wind chills that will take your breath away. All in all a good day to get the chores done and get back inside where we can remain comfortable. Despite my shoulder problem I am thankful for my outdoor wood boiler. I have been able to maintain my house at 65°F instead of 60°F as I did last year due to the cost of fossil fuel. Outdoor wood boilers are a source of renewable energy!
My Weather Stick points straight out from my carriage house wall as a result of the 73% relative humidity. All three of the electronic instruments are forecasting foul weather with falling barometric pressure. N.O.A.A. does not seem to share that opinion, and I am not sure. According to the movement of the isobars on the Weather Underground model forecast map we should see the pressure begin to rebound by noon today. They usually seem to have it about right, so I will suggest that we shall see a significant amount of sun today, but the temperatures will remain cold, and the wind will probably produce some very nasty windchill temperatures. Talk about hedging my bets!
At the request of one of the readers of this report I have started to include the amount of snow we have had during the month. That data is added parenthetically in the appropriate places.
Low Temperature (°F): -8.6
Current Temperature (°F): -4.7
Relative Humidity: 73%
Dew Point (°F): -11.2
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.76
Wind Direction: West
Wind Speed (mph): 0.0
Wind Chill (°F): -4.7
Precipitation: Dry (Snow)
Amount (inches): 0.00 (13 inches)
Sky-AM: Clear
Cloud Type: None
Weather Stick: Straight
Comparative data for the overnight.
Temperature: 19°F/16°F//13°F/8°F//9°F/4°F//5°F/1°F.
Relative Humidity: 51%/54%///63%/60%//66%/68%//65%/69%.
N.O.A.A. did not do very well with the forecast for the temperature overnight. The relative humidity forecast was better than that for the temperature, which is unusual.
Forecast data for today.
Temperature: 3°F/10°F/16°F/17°F.
Relative Humidity: 56%/50%/38%/33%

This is another one of those nights when you could reach out and almost touch the stars. It is cold and crisp, what one could call a rafter snapper. It did warm up above freezing again today, and that caused the ice left at the edge of the road in front of our house to melt. At least it leaves us with a shoulder where we can walk the dog now.
For the overnight N.O.A.A. forecasts no precipitation for our area and the snow north of us will continue to pull off to the north. The temperature here is already below the 04:00 prediction that was made. The sky is also much less that 30% covered. Further the relative humidity is already at the 01:00 predicted level. The front must be moving in faster than it was predicted to.
My Weather Stick is responding to the 66% relative humidity pointing straight out. My three electronic instruments are predicting a variety of conditions. The Weather Station Console forecasts foul weather with falling barometric pressure. The Min/Max Thermometer forecasts partly cloudy skies with rising barometric pressure. The remote weather station forecasts cloudy skies with steady barometric pressure. Hey, anybody want to take a guess what the weather will be? I will take my guess that it is going to be cold, no precipitation and clear skies.
At the request of one of the readers of this report I have started to include the amount of snow we have had during the month. That data is added parenthetically in the appropriate places.
High Temperature (°F): 41.1
Current Temperature (°F): 5.7
Relative Humidity: 66%
Dew Point (°F): -3.3
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.82
Wind Direction: East Southeast
Wind Speed (mph): 0.0
Wind Chill (°F): 5.7
Precipitation: None (Snow)
Amount (inches): 0.00 (13 inches)
Sky-PM: Mostly Fair
Cloud Type: Cirrus
Weather Stick: Straight
Comparative data for today.
Temperature: 11°F/4°F//20°F/22°F//28°F/35°F//28°F/30°F.
Relative Humidity: 80%/79%//81%/77%//46%/52%//42%/44%.
N.O.A.A. did well with the forecast for the temperature today with the exception of the 07:00 hour forecast point. The relative humidity forecast was not bad. N.O.A.A. is currently saying that some of my temperature readings fall outside their expected readings. I am more inclined to think their data is suspect. Maybe the stations that they are using "close" to mine are not correct. That has happened before. In fact the three electronic instruments that I use are far enough apart that if any one of them were in error it would be obvious, but they are all very close.
Forecast data for the overnight.
Temperature: 19°F/13°F/9°F/5°F.
Relative Humidity: 51%/63%/66%/65%

The snow that was expected last night never did materialize, or if it did it never reached the ground. It is still overcast and quite cold (7.3°F). Both N.O.A.A. and I blew that one since there was no precipitation, but the temperature did get close to the forecast level of 11°F at 04:00 hours.
For the daylight hours N.O.A.A. forecasts light, scattered snow showers again with the cloud cover dropping to around 55% and the temperature reaching the upper twenties. The Weather Underground model forecast maps do not show any precipitation today, so I am not sure what to believe.
My Weather Stick points down, and for those who are believers in them, that would indicate foul weather. Two of the electronic instruments forecast foul weather with deteriorating barometric pressure while the remote weather station forecasts clouds and a steady barometer. After last night I am not sure what to think. I will guess that there is a possibility for some snow, but I do not believe it will amount to much.
Low Temperature (°F): 3.0
Current Temperature (°F): 6.6
Relative Humidity: 81%
Dew Point (°F): 2.0
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.76
Wind Direction: Southeast
Wind Speed (mph): 0.0
Wind Chill (°F): 6.6
Precipitation: None
Amount (inches): 0.00
Sky-AM: Overcast
Cloud Type: Stratus
Weather Stick: Down
Comparative data for the overnight.
Temperature: 20°F/20°F//16°F/20°F//14°F/13°F//11°F/6°F.
Relative Humidity: 71%/68%//84%/73%//92%/78%//100%/79%.
N.O.A.A. did well with the forecast for the temperature overnight. The initial forecast point was good, but the rest were wide of the mark for the relative humidity.
Forecast data for today.
Temperature: 11°F/20°F/28°F/28°F.
Relative Humidity: 80%/81%/46%/42%

Once the snow stopped, shortly after I finished the report, it did begin to warm up. We did crack the freezing mark by several degrees. Therefore, N.O.A.A. did get that part right, but we did not have the all day snow that was promised. I did photograph the new snow with the snow gauge, and it was not really clear that we had an inch of snow. We did, but it did not show up well in the photographs.
For tonight, N.O.A.A. is again calling for light, scattered snow showers. If they keep calling for them maybe they will eventually get it right. The cloud cover (which will produce the snow) is expected to remain at 82% until 04:00 hours when it will drop to 79%. They also expect it to get cold, but not as cold as last night.
My Weather Stick points straight out in response to the 60% relative humidity. The Weather Station Console and Min/Max Thermometer are forecasting inclement weather while the remote weather station forecasts clouds with steady barometric pressure. The other two are forecasting falling barometric pressure. As warm as it got outside it was still cold in the barn by about 10 degrees (17 in the barn and 27 outside on both my instruments with sensors outside. I think that the cloud cover has thickened enough that we will see some snow overnight. I have no idea how much, but we will get it all.
High Temperature (°F): 35.4
Current Temperature (°F): 22.2
Relative Humidity: 60%
Dew Point (°F): 10.3
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.74
Wind Direction: East
Wind Speed (mph): 0.0
Wind Chill (°F): 22.2
Precipitation: None
Amount (inches): 0.00
Sky-PM: Mostly Cloudy
Cloud Type: Cirrocumulus
Weather Stick: Straight
Comparative data for today.
Temperature: 10°F/13°F//17°F/19°F//24°F/34°F//25°F/26°F.
Relative Humidity: 76%/80%//64%/74%//54%/48%//55%/57%.
N.O.A.A. had some success the forecast for the temperature today with the exception of the 13:00 hour reading. They missed the mark with the relative humidity
forecast at three of the 4 points, but they got the16:00 hour reading within 2%.
Forecast data for the overnight.
Temperature: 20°F/16°F/14°F/11°F.
Relative Humidity: 71%/84%/92%/100%

Right now it is as dark as the inside of a pocket outside (06:00 hours). Bart and I went for our morning constitutional and he wasted no time getting back inside. (Bart is our English Setter.) It is still snowing lightly as N.O.A.A. predicted. The clouds did thicken and lower overnight producing about an inch of snow so far.
For today N.O.A.A. forecasts snow to start the day ending around noon. There may be some snow north and south of us according to the graphical forecast maps. The cloud cover is forecast to start at 81% and fall during the day to the upper 60% range. It will be interesting to see the results on the snow gauge. I will photograph that when it is light enough to do so.
My Weather Stick, wonder of wonders, points down. Actually with 79% relative humidity that is no surprise. My Weather Station Console and Min/Max Thermometer forecast falling barometric pressure and foul weather. The remote weather station forecasts clouds with a steady barometric pressure. This data does not give a clear view of the forecast for today, but I will suggest that we will have a bit more snow this morning, with the temperature moderating slightly and the skies becoming lighter. I do not think we will see the sun today, but we might.
Low Temperature (°F): 11.6
Current Temperature (°F): 13.6
Relative Humidity: 79%
Dew Point (°F): 8.3
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.73
Wind Direction: East Southeast
Wind Speed (mph): 0.0
Wind Chill (°F): 13.6
Precipitation: Snow
Amount (inches): 1.00
Sky-AM: Overcast
Cloud Type: Stratus
Weather Stick: Down
Comparative data for the overnight.
Temperature: 18°F/18°F//14°F/16°F//12°F/15°F//9°F/13.8°F.
Relative Humidity: 59%/76%//73%/64%//84%/54%//83%/55%.
N.O.A.A. had some success the forecast for the temperature overnight. They completely missed the mark with the relative humidity forecast at all 4 points.
Forecast data for today.
Temperature: 10°F/17°F/24°F/25°F.
Relative Humidity: 76%/64%/54%/55%

The snow shower that I saw this morning was all we got. It stopped within about 15 minutes of the completion of the report.

Those spots are snow
We did not have any more during the day. In fact the clouds started to break up and at mid-afternoon we were down to cirrocumulus clouds. The light snow just was not everywhere, and you had to be where it was to see it. The best we can say is that N.O.A.A. was partly right on this one.
N.O.A.A. is predicting the continuation of the light, scattered snow showers for the overnight. They are also forecasting continued thickening and lowering of the cloud cover. They see the temperature reaching the single numbers, but not as cold as it was this morning.
My Weather Stick is still responding to the 57% relative humidity pointing slightly up. All three of the electronic instruments forecast foul weather, and with the temperature where it is that would mean snow. Earlier this afternoon the Weather Station Console had the storm alert activated, and that is one step above foul weather. All of these instruments are responding to a significant drop in the barometric pressure. That usually portends foul weather moving in. For my part I think that the temperature will be quite cold, and we may yet have some more white precipitation before morning. It may not amount to much, but we may have it just the same.
High Temperature (°F): 26.4
Current Temperature (°F): 18.1
Relative Humidity: 57%
Dew Point (°F): 5.3
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.77
Wind Direction: East Northeast
Wind Speed (mph): 0.0
Wind Chill (°F): 18.1
Precipitation: Snow
Amount (inches): 0.00
Sky-PM: Overcast
Cloud Type: Stratus
Weather Stick: Slightly Up
Comparative data for today.
Temperature: 7°F/8°F//14°F/13°F//22°F/26°F//23°F/21°F.
Relative Humidity: 52%/62%//50%/66%//47%/51%//47%/51%.
N.O.A.A. had fair success the forecast for the temperature late today. The relative humidity forecast was also not good when compared with the actual readings until the end of the day.
Forecast data for the overnight.
Temperature: 18°F/14°F/12°F/9°F.
Relative Humidity: 59%/73%/84%/83%

When you look out the window and see no sunshine, but you do see gray skies and a few snowflakes falling you know it is still winter. The icicle hanging from the carriage house roof is another very good indication as well. N.O.A.A. had the overnight prognostication about right. We had no precipitation, but the clouds moved in quite handily, and the temperature was not far from zero.
For today N.O.A.A., with their graphical forecast maps, shows light snow moving in from west to east, and right now we are having some of that light snow. The temperature is supposed to get into the mid-twenties, and the cloud cover forecast to be in the mid to upper 80% range.
This morning my Weather Stick points slightly up. If you believed in weather sticks you would suggest that would be a portent of fair weather. If you did not you could say that the relative humidity is slightly lower than usual. I would say that the latter is true. My Weather Station Console and Min/Max Thermometer forecast partly cloudy skies today while the remote weather station indicates cloudy conditions. They all forecast falling barometric pressure. Looking out my window I see the snow increasing in intensity, so I am going to suggest that we are going to have some inclement weather with snow at least for a while. This may wind up being a surprise for the weather prognosticators at N.O.A.A. and the rest of us.
Low Temperature (°F): 2.4
Current Temperature (°F): 7.7
Relative Humidity: 63%
Dew Point (°F): -2.5
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 30
Wind Direction: East Northeast
Wind Speed (mph): 0.0
Wind Chill (°F): 7.7
Precipitation: None
Amount (inches): 0.00
Sky-AM: Overcast
Cloud Type: Stratus
Weather Stick: Slightly Up
Comparative data for today.
Temperature: 13°F/10°F//9°F/4°F//7°F/4°F//4°F/6°F.
Relative Humidity: 55%/46%//69%/55%//75%/61%//87%/61%.
N.O.A.A. had fair success the forecast for the temperature overnight. The relative humidity forecast was not as good when compared with the actual readings.
Forecast data for the overnight.
Temperature: 7°F/14°F/22°F/23°F.
Relative Humidity: 52%/50%/47%/47%

We never did get above the freezing mark here, and that was the way the forecast went. The sky did remain clear until just before sunset, as you can see in the photo.

Even then there were not many clouds, and they were the high thin cirrus variety. It did not feel balmy as I suggested this morning.
For the overnight the forecast is for no precipitation, but the clouds are supposed to start moving in. The temperature is also supposed to drop into the basement once again. In fact right now (20:22 hours) it is down to 6.9°F.
My weather stick points up as a result of the relative humidity at 44% when I started this report (17:00 hours). All three of the electronic instruments forecast rising barometric pressure. My Weather Station Console and Min/Max thermometer forecast fair skies, while the remote weather station forecasts partly cloudy conditions. The wind still seems to be a factor, so I would suggest that we will see clear skies, cold temperatures and wind chills that will make the inside of the house seem even more inviting. We are finally having some real Winter.
High Temperature (°F): 24.9
Current Temperature (°F): 11.4
Relative Humidity: 44%
Dew Point (°F): -6.2
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 30.08
Wind Direction: West
Wind Speed (mph): 3.1
Wind Chill (°F): 11.4
Precipitation: None
Amount (inches): 0.00
Sky-PM: Red
Cloud Type: Cirrus
Weather Stick: Up
Comparative data for today.
Temperature: 1°F/8°F//12°F/15°F//18°F/23°F//19°F/20°F.
Relative Humidity: 65%/53%//52%/44%//42%/33%//42%/35%.
N.O.A.A. missed the forecast for the temperature until the last point this afternoon for our area. The relative humidity forecast was no better. N.O.A.A. seems to have its problems forecasting that parameter.
Forecast data for the overnight.
Temperature: 15°F/9°F/7°F/4°F.
Relative Humidity: 55%/69%/75%/87%

As expected the temperature fell as the sky finished clearing. By 07:00 hours this morning there was not a cloud in the sky, and the forecast snow (by N.O.A.A.) never did materialize. The temperature in my barn was 7°F, while on the north side of the house it was 0.9°F and at my Weather Station (about 60 feet from the house) it was 3.7 degrees. That goes to prove the old adage that everything is dependant on location, location, location.
For today N.O.A.A. forecasts clear skies with the lowest predicted cloud cover I can recall seeing, starting at 1% and remaining there until 16:00 hours when it rises to 3%. The temperature is forecast to rise almost 20°F, so it may feel almost balmy by mid-afternoon.
My Weather Stick points straight, again in response to the 53% relative humidity. Two of my electronic instruments forecast fair skies with a rising barometer. The remote weather station forecasts partly cloudy skies with again rising barometric pressure. With all this positive data who am I to disagree. I would suggest high pressure taking control of our weather, but it will remain cold with a significant wind component resulting in some nasty windchill factors.
Low Temperature (°F): 2.8
Current Temperature (°F): 3.7
Relative Humidity: 53%
Dew Point (°F): -9.7
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 30.02
Wind Direction: West Northwest
Wind Speed (mph): 6.0
Wind Chill (°F): -6.5
Precipitation: None
Amount (inches): 0.00
Sky-AM: Red
Cloud Type: None
Weather Stick: Straight
Comparative data for the overnight.
Temperature: 16°F/8°F//12°F/7°F//9°F/4°F//6°F/4°F.
Relative Humidity: 53%/55%//60%/54%//63%/54%//66%/53%.
N.O.A.A. missed the forecast for the temperature until the last point this morning for our area. The relative humidity forecast was not much better. N.O.A.A. seems to have its problems forecasting that parameter.
Forecast data for today.
Temperature: 1°F/10°F/18°F/19°F.
Relative Humidity: 65%/52%/42%/42%

N.O.A.A. called for snow for this area for the whole day. Well, they missed that one. We had one brief snow shower that did not provide enough snow to measure. It has been windy, and the cold air has more than filtered in. We did reach a high of 18.3°F, and with the amount of wind we have had that was not very high. At the time I started this report we had a temperature of 8°F with wind at 18.5 mph yielding a wind chill of -23.1°F. That was not pleasant.
Again, this evening N.O.A.A. is forecasting light snow for this area, but the sky has cleared, and it does not look like the snow is going to happen. In fact the forecast for sky cover drops from 75% to 56% during the overnight hours. The temperature is predicted to fall into the single numbers, and with the wind we have been having I do not want to be outside tonight at all.
With the relative humidity currently at 55% my Weather Stick points straight out from my carriage house wall. There is no surprise there. My Weather Station Console (LaCrosse WS 2308) and the Min/Max Thermometer are forecasting fair skies and rising barometric pressure. That pressure has already risen 0.3 in.Hg since this morning. The remote weather station (the thermo/hygro unit is in the barn) is forecasting clouds with rising barometric pressure.
High Temperature (°F): 18.3
Current Temperature (°F): 8.0
Relative Humidity: 55%
Dew Point (°F): -4.9
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.71
Wind Direction: South Southwest
Wind Speed (mph): 18.5
Wind Chill (°F): -23.1
Precipitation: Snow
Amount (inches): 0.00
Sky-PM: Partly Cloudy
Cloud Type: Cumulus
Weather Stick: Straight
Comparative data for today.
Temperature: 20°F/21°F//21°F/15°F//22°F/16°F//22°F/13°F.
Relative Humidity: 64%/59%//54%/55%//45%/48%//43%/48%.
N.O.A.A. missed the forecast for the temperature because the wind ushered the cold air in more rapidly than they expected. The relative humidity was much closer to the mark today. As I have mentioned before, anytime they get within 5% on the relative humidity I feel they have done well.
Forecast data for the overnight.
Temperature: 16°F/12°F/9°F/6°F.
Relative Humidity: 53%/60%/63%/66%

Despite N.O.A.A.'s prognostication we did not have any precipitation overnight. It has been windy though, as is evidenced by the amount of snow that has been moved around. Drifts are starting to form where they usually do in my yard. Currently (09:30 hours) it is snowing lightly. We seem to be having some winter after a very mild December.
For today N.O.A.A. predicts light snow all day. It is snowing now and the overcast seems to be promising more. Again, according to N.O.A.A. we can expect about an inch of new snow by 19:00 hours this evening. The wind is also becoming a factor today, and it is quite blustery. The Weather Underground model forecast maps show the storm of yesterday off in the Canadian Maritimes, headed out to sea.
My Weather Stick points straight out from my carriage house wall, still in response to the 59% relative humidity. My electronic instruments are a bit more confused. The Weather Station Console predicts foul weather with a falling barometer. My Min/Max Thermometer forecasts partly cloudy skies with a rising barometer, and the remote weather station forecasts foul weather with falling barometric pressure. Since it is snowing outside my house, and the wind is blowing I would suggest that we would continue with some foul weather, wind and temperatures in the twenties for today.
Low Temperature (°F): 16.3
Current Temperature (°F): 17.2
Relative Humidity: 59%
Dew Point (°F): 5.3
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.46
Wind Direction: West
Wind Speed (mph): 7.1
Wind Chill (°F): 6.0
Precipitation: None
Amount (inches): 0.00
Sky-AM: Overcast
Cloud Type: Stratus
Weather Stick: Straight
Comparative data for the overnight.
Temperature: 30°F/30°F//27°F/26°F//25°F/27°F//23°F/24°F.
Relative Humidity: 63%/67%//63%/66%//71%/67%//62%/64%.
N.O.A.A., once again, did very well with the forecast for the temperature and the relative humidity for the overnight. Anytime they can get within 5% on the relative humidity I feel they have done well.
Forecast data for today.
Temperature: 20°F/21°F/22°F/22°F.
Relative Humidity: 64%/54%/45%/43%

Currently the sky is overcast, but the temperature has been above freezing most of the afternoon. We did not have any more snow reach the ground this afternoon, although N.O.A.A. said we would. The cloud cover fell apart for a little while this morning, but it has certainly picked up this afternoon, and it is now overcast. The wind has kicked up as well, but, there again, it is light and variable.
For the overnight N.O.A.A. is calling for light snow with an accumulation of less than an inch for our area. The cloud cover is expected to remain at 92% all night, and they do not expect the temperature to fall more than about seven degrees. They also expect the wind to be more of a factor for tonight. In areas where there was more ice than snow (not here) they are warning residents to be prepared for power outages and downed tree limbs.
My Weather Stick points slightly down and with 70% relative humidity that is no surprise. All three of my electronic instruments are suggesting we will have foul weather overnight and the barometric pressure will fall. I cannot argue with all this data, and would suggest that we may well see some inclement weather overnight.
High Temperature (°F): 36.8
Current Temperature (°F): 29.8
Relative Humidity: 70%
Dew Point (°F): 20.8
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.38
Wind Direction: West Southwest
Wind Speed (mph): 1.3
Wind Chill (°F): 29.8
Precipitation: None
Amount (inches): 0.00
Sky-PM: Overcast
Cloud Type: Stratocumulus
Weather Stick: Slightly Down
Comparative data for today.
Temperature: 19°F/20°F//27°F/29°F//34°F/34°F//35°F/32°F.
Relative Humidity: 100%/84%//96%/75%//72%/66%//61%/66%.
N.O.A.A. did very well with the forecast for the temperature but they missed the mark for the relative humidity for today.
Forecast data for the overnight.
Temperature: 30°F/27°F/25°F/23°F.
Relative Humidity: 63%/63%/71%/62%

2 Inches of New Snow
Right now the sun appears to be trying to show its face. N.O.A.A. had the prognostication for the predominant weather correct, we did have snow. The sky is still mostly cloudy to overcast, but the temperature is rising rapidly. In the next few minutes I expect it to pass the freezing mark (10:38 hours it is 31.6°F). At 23:00 hours last night it had not started to snow here.
For today N.O.A.A. predicts continued snow, but from the NEXRAD composite radar the bulk of this storm is now past us. There is more precipitation in New York and Ohio, butt I am not sure it will get here anytime soon. The cloud cover forecast calls for it to remain at or near 100% all day. The temperature is also forecast to remain above freezing at 16:00 hours.
My Weather Stick points down (83% humidity--no surprise). The electronic instruments see stormy weather with falling barometric pressure, and that means all three of them. Right now it has stopped snowing, but that could change over the next several hours. We may wind up with only 2 inches of snow out of this one, or we may yet get more.
Low Temperature (°F): 17.2
Current Temperature (°F): 20.1
Relative Humidity: 83%
Dew Point (°F): 15.7
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.74
Wind Direction: East Northeast
Wind Speed (mph): 0.0
Wind Chill (°F): 20.1
Precipitation: Snow
Amount (inches): 2.00
Sky-AM: Overcast
Cloud Type: Stratus
Weather Stick: Down
Comparative data for the overnight.
Temperature: 18°F/19°F//21°F/5°F//21°F/21°F//22°F/20°F.
Relative Humidity: 56%/66%//77%/74%//77%/76%//84%/83%.
N.O.A.A. did very well with the forecast for the temperature and the relative humidity for the overnight.
Forecast data for today.
Temperature: 19°F/27°F/34°F/35°F.
Relative Humidity: 100%/96%/72%/61%

We did have some filtered sun today, but the clouds kept thickening and lowering as if we are getting ready for a storm. It did warm up to the point that I went to my Physical Therapy appointment in jeans and a tee shirt. At 25 degrees I was not quite ready for the Bermuda shorts. It was a pleasant day though. N.O.A.A. did get the predominant weather correct since we had no precipitation during the day.
N.O.A.A. predicts that we will see some precipitation overnight, and it will not be liquid. Be careful out there tomorrow morning. The Weather Underground model forecast maps are saying we are going to have a bit of weather as well. Oh well, forewarned is forearmed I guess.
My Weather Stick points slightly down in response to the 74% relative humidity. My electronic instruments are all over the place. They all predict the barometric pressure will fall, and indeed it already has. The weather predictions are all different. The Weather Station Console forecasts a storm, the Min/Max Thermometer says foul weather and the remote weather station forecasts cloudy conditions. Based on N.O.A.A.,, Weather Underground's model maps and what I can see with my instruments I think we will have some inclement weather with a bit of snow. Tomorrow morning will tell the tale.
Today was the 64th anniversary of my birth, and my younger daughter had a party here for me. I was deeply touched and had a wonderful time. Thank you Marian it was great. I knew I was in trouble when my friend who has been loading my outdoor wood boiler showed up with his wife this evening. Thank you everyone for the wonderful time.
High Temperature (°F): 28.5
Current Temperature (°F): 21.3
Relative Humidity: 74%
Dew Point (°F): 14.3
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 30.08
Wind Direction: East
Wind Speed (mph): 0.0
Wind Chill (°F): 21.3
Precipitation: None
Amount (inches): 0.00
Sky-PM: Overcast
Cloud Type: Stratus
Weather Stick: Slightly Down
Comparative data for today.
Temperature: -4°F/-5°F//7°F/5°F//19°F/27°F//20°F/23°F.
Relative Humidity: 86%/69%//63%/64%//49%/45%//54%/50%.
N.O.A.A. did not do very well with the forecast for the temperature for the overnight, but they did do much better with the relative humidity forecast. That is certainly unusual.
Forecast data for the overnight.
Temperature: 18°F/20°F/21°F/22°F.
Relative Humidity: 56%/77%/77%/84%

The sky started out clear last night, and by 01:00 the temperature was under -12°F. It looked like it was going to go even lower until some clouds began to move in to halt the radiational cooling. By 05:00 hours it had risen to almost -2°F, warm compared to earlier in the morning. Those clouds may be the harbingers of some foul weather heading our way for tomorrow. N.O.A.A. had the predominant weather correct for the overnight, since we had no precipitation. This was one of those times when it was too cold to snow.
For today N.O.A.A. is calling for no precipitation, cloud cover increasing to about 64%, the temperature reaching a high of 20°F and the relative humidity dropping to 49% by 13:00 hours and recovering to 84% by 16:00 hours. The "warm-up" to the twenties is perhaps the most delightful part of their forecast.
My Weather Stick, in response to the 68% relative humidity, points straight out again, or maybe it is calling for unsettled weather. My electronic instruments are all forecasting falling barometric pressure, and when that pressure topped out at 30.63 in.Hg I would expect it to fall from there. The Weather Station Console forecasts partly cloudy skies, the Min/Max Thermometer forecasts foul weather and finally the remote weather station forecasts fair skies. My suspicion is that we can expect some unsettled weather with partly cloudy skies, cold temperatures and some wind with deteriorating conditions into tomorrow.
Low Temperature (°F): -12.8
Current Temperature (°F): -2.3
Relative Humidity: 68%
Dew Point (°F): -10.4
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 30.54
Wind Direction: West
Wind Speed (mph): 0.0
Wind Chill (°F): -2.3
Precipitation: None
Amount (inches): 0.00
Sky-AM: Mostly Cloudy
Cloud Type: Cirrocumulus
Weather Stick: Straight
Comparative data for the overnight.
Temperature: 0°F/-4°F//-4°F/-10°F//-3°F/-12°F//-2°F/-5°F.
Relative Humidity: 50%/53%//61%/61%//61%/68%//68%/68%.
N.O.A.A. did not do very well with the forecast for the temperature for the overnight, but they did do much better with the relative humidity forecast. That is certainly unusual.
Forecast data for today.
Temperature: -4°F/7°F/19°F/20°F.
Relative Humidity: 86%/63%/49%/54%

Today we have had a substantial taste of Winter weather with a capital WINTER. It was cold and it was windy making for a very unpleasant time outside. N.O.A.A. did get this one right for the predominant weather. We had no precipitation. It was actually more pleasant outside at 21:00 hours because the wind had settled down reducing the wind chill.
For the overnight N.O.A.A. predicts no precipitation, clear skies and cold temperatures. The temperature here seems to be well ahead of the forecast into the negative numbers. The relative humidity seems to be fairly close to the forecast, and there is not much wind making it more comfortable to be outside this evening that it was this morning in the sun.
My Weather Stick points straight out and the relative humidity supports that at 65%. It is cold, but there is no wind at the moment. The barometric pressure is higher than I can recall seeing it in recent times. My Min/M ax Thermometer forecasts partly cloudy skies and falling barometric pressure. The other two instruments are calling for fair skies with continued high barometric pressure. I think it will be a cold, clear star-studded night with high pressure firmly in control for now. Tomorrow that may change, but that is how I see it now.
High Temperature (°F): 12.7
Current Temperature (°F): -12.6
Relative Humidity: 65%
Dew Point (°F): -21.2
Heat Index (°F): HA-HA Again
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 30.62
Wind Direction: West Southwest
Wind Speed (mph): 0.0
Wind Chill (°F): -12.6
Precipitation: None
Amount (inches): 0.00
Sky-PM: Clear
Cloud Type: None
Weather Stick: Straight
Comparative data for today.
Temperature: 1°F/-10°F//11°F/0°F//7°F/10°F//7°F/4°F.
Relative Humidity: 51%/58%//49%/53%//44%/38%//40%/42%.
N.O.A.A. did not do very well with the forecast for the temperature for the overnight, and they did do much better with the relative humidity forecast.
Forecast data for the overnight.
Temperature: 0°F/-4°F/-3°F/-2°F.
Relative Humidity: 50%/61%/61%/68%

My anemometer has not seen this much activity since the storms we had on January sixth. The wind has not gotten that high, but with the cold temperature it does not matter. This is much nastier than that was. N.O.A.A. predicted no precipitation overnight, and got that right. I think they missed on the temperature and relative humidity though. They predicted single numbers for the temperature not negative single numbers to negative teens.
For today the prediction from N.O.A.A. is for no precipitation, cold temperatures and pretty significant winds. That should make it very uncomfortable to be outside today for any length of time.
My Weather Stick, in response to the 58% relative humidity, points straight out from the carriage house. 'Nuff said. Once again, as last night, the three electronic instruments are responding to the rising barometric pressure, lower relative humidity and lower temperatures, and forecast fair weather with increasing barometric pressure. In the hour since I began to collect this data the barometric pressure has risen 0.03 in.Hg. I would say that we are in the grip of a high-pressure system direct from the arctic. It does appear that this weather will last through tomorrow if the Weather Underground model forecast maps can be believed. After that all bets are off. We may be in for a bit of a blow, so keep your windshield scraper handy.
Low Temperature (°F): -9.7
Current Temperature (°F): -9.5
Relative Humidity: 58%
Dew Point (°F): -20.5
Heat Index (°F): Ha-Ha
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 30.29
Wind Direction: West
Wind Speed (mph): 2.0
Wind Chill (°F): -9.7
Precipitation: None
Amount (inches): 0.00
Sky-AM: Clear
Cloud Type: None
Weather Stick: Straight
Comparative data for the overnight.
Temperature: 17°F/8°F//11°F/5°F//7°F/-3°F//3°F/-7°F.
Relative Humidity: 49%/60%//55%/58%//54%/59%//56%/57%. N.O.A.A. did not do very well with the forecast for the temperature for the overnight, and they did not do much better with the relative humidity forecast.
Forecast data for today.
Temperature: 1°F/4°F/7°F/7°F.
Relative Humidity: 51%/49%/44%/40%

If you do not remember wind chill do step outside and you will be instantly reminded of exactly what it is. The sky has cleared here, the wind has returned with the cold dry arctic air to give us some real wind chill. N.O.A.A. did predict some snow today, but we did not see it here. What we have seen is bright sun, brisk winds and cold temperatures.
For the overnight N.O.A.A. predicts no precipitation, cold temperatures, little or no clouds (less than 35%) and lower relative humidity. In other words we have a real winter evening after a snowstorm.
My Weather Stick points slightly up responding to the lower relative humidity and cold temperatures. My three electronic instruments have responded in concert to the lower relative humidity, higher barometric pressure and lower temperatures to predict fair skies and rising barometric pressure. Do you think they may be on to something? I do. I think we are going to see one of the coldest, crispest nights of the season. Wow!
High Temperature (°F): 27.6
Current Temperature (°F): 4.8
Relative Humidity: 58%
Dew Point (°F): -6.8
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in.Hg): 30.05
Wind Direction: West Northwest
Wind Speed (mph): 8.2
Wind Chill (°F): -11.1
Precipitation: None
Amount (inches): 0.00
Sky-PM: Clear
Cloud Type: None
Weather Stick: Slightly Up
Comparative data for today.
Temperature: 24°F/18°F//23°F/16°F//21°F/27°F//17°F/14°F.
Relative Humidity: 50%/76%//50%/64%//49%/47%//49%/52%.
N.O.A.A. did not do very well with the forecast for the temperature for today, and they did not do much better with the relative humidity forecast.
Forecast data for the overnight.
Temperature: 17°F/11°F/7°F/3°F.
Relative Humidity: 49%/55%/54%/56%

While there was a bit more precipitation overnight it did not add enough to the total to be measured. I am a bit late with this report since I slept in after getting the worst of the dooryard cleared last night. It was the first snow that needed to be moved this season. There are rumors that we may have some more toward the end of the week. N.O.A.A. had the overnight predominant weather about right, but the result did not add to the total as noted above. It also appears that they had the best forecast of the temperature and relative humidity that they have had in a while.
For today N.O.A.A. has us in light snow, but the sunshine seems to be obscuring the flakes. (Ha-Ha, joke). They also indicate that the temperature will not get out of the twenties. The cloud cover is expected to be from the mid-seventy to the mid-sixty percent range.
My Weather Stick points slightly down with the 59% relative humidity. My three electronic instruments forecast different scenarios. The Weather Station Console forecasts clear skies with rising barometric pressure. The other two are calling for partly cloudy skies with rising barometric pressure. I expect high pressure to continue to take control as the storm system moves off shore leaving us with some cold and windy conditions. Be careful of the windchill factor today and tonight. .
Low Temperature (°F): 14.7
Current Temperature (°F): 21.2
Relative Humidity: 59%
Dew Point (°F): 9.0
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.8
Wind Direction: Northeast
Wind Speed (mph): 8.0
Wind Chill (°F): 8.7
Precipitation: None
Amount (inches): 0.00
Sky-AM: Partly Cloudy
Cloud Type: Cirrocumulus
Weather Stick: Slightly Down
Comparative data for the overnight.
Temperature: 15°F/15°F//15°F/15°F//14°F/17°F//14°F/17°F.
Relative Humidity: 80%/84%//80%/85%//84%/84%//84%/84%.
N.O.A.A. did very well with the forecast for the temperature for the overnight, and they hit the mark with the relative humidity forecast as well.
Forecast data for today.
Temperature: 24°F/23°F/21°F/17°F.
Relative Humidity: 50%/50%/49%/49%

As you can see we had 4 inches of snow at noon and 6 at 16:00 hours. We have not received enough more to measure since then, although we will need to look in the morning to see if there was any more reportable precipitation. N.O.A.A. had this one right, and the only error from the Weather Underground model forecast maps was the timing of the start and finish of the storm.
For the overnight N.O.A.A. forecasts ice (sleet) changing back to snow by morning, but it will probably be light. The NEXRAD radar indicates that the storm has already moved off shore.
My Weather Stick points down are we surprised with the 85% relative humidity. None of the electronic instruments agree completely. The Weather Station Console has us under a storm alert with falling barometric pressure. The Min/Max Thermometer forecasts foul weather with falling barometric pressure. Finally the remote weather station is forecasting clouds with falling barometric pressure. My guess, unsettled weather with a chance of a little more snow, but it will be cold and windy.
High Temperature (°F): 19.9
Current Temperature (°F): 15.2
Relative Humidity: 85%
Dew Point (°F): 11.5
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 29.71
Wind Direction: Northeast
Wind Speed (mph): 0.0
Wind Chill (°F): 15.2
Precipitation: Sleet/Snow
Amount (inches): 6.00
Sky-PM: Overcast
Cloud Type: Stratus
Weather Stick: Down
Comparative data for today.
Temperature: 15°F/20°F//20°F/19°F//25°F/17°F//25°F/16°F.
Relative Humidity: 100%/72%//81%/81%//68%/82%//68%/83%.
N.O.A.A. did not forecast the temperature correctly for today, and they missed the mark with the relative humidity forecast as well.
Forecast data for the overnight.
Temperature: 15°F/15°F/14°F/14°F.
Relative Humidity: 80%/80%/84%/84%

Now we have a starting point. According to my analog snow gauge we currently have 1 inch of snow on the ground as a result of the installment we had yesterday.
08:00 Hours
The snow is currently falling at a moderate rate, but it will take a while to determine the exact rate. The temperature is well below freezing, so this will probably remain snow for the entire event. The ski areas should also be able to make a significant amount of snow to add to their trails.
For today N.O.A.A. predicts snow. They also forecast the cloud cover to increase to and remain at 100%, but the relative humidity is expected to decrease from 100% to 68% by 13:00 hours and stay there for the rest of the afternoon. Again, according to N.O.A.A. we can expect about 2 inches of snow for the period to 19:00 hours this evening. We will have to see about that.
My weather Stick points down--72% humidity, O,K. maybe it is predicting some foul weather as well as the high humidity. My electronic instruments are not doing any better today. The Weather Station Console predicts foul weather with falling barometric pressure. The Min/Max Thermometer forecasts rising barometric pressure with partly cloudy skies. Finally the remote weather station predicts partly cloudy skies with steady barometric pressure. I look out of my windows and see snow falling. That would have to be my prediction, that we will have snow today, and probably quite a bit of it.
Low Temperature (°F): 15.6
Current Temperature (°F): 19.2
Relative Humidity: 72%
Dew Point (°F): 11.5
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 30.18
Wind Direction: East Northeast
Wind Speed (mph): 2.0
Wind Chill (°F): 19.2
Precipitation: Snow
Amount (inches): 0.00
Sky-AM: Overcast
Cloud Type: Stratus
Weather Stick: Down
Comparative data for the overnight.
Temperature: 22°F/24°F//22°F/23°F//20°F/16°F//17°F/20°F.
Relative Humidity: 97%/82%//100%/83%//96%/85%//100%/82%.
N.O.A.A. did forecast the temperature correctly for the overnight, but they missed the mark with the relative humidity forecast.
Forecast data for today.
Temperature: 15°F/20°F/25°F/25°F.
Relative Humidity: 100%/81%/68%/68%

This first installment only paid us with one inch of new snow. It ended around 15:00 hours this afternoon. N.O.A.A. called for snow all day, and, although it was light it did snow for most of the day. The cloud cover was nearly 100% most of the day. Even now it has not begun to break up, so I would guess we are not done with this series of storm systems.
For the overnight N.O.A.A. predicts snow for our area. Once again the temperature will not change much, and it will remain very cloudy with high humidity making it feel quite raw. It certainly will not be a comfortable evening to be out of doors.
My Weather Stick points down with 84% relative humidity. The electronic instruments are very confused. The Weather Station Console predicts foul weather with the barometric pressure falling. The Min/Max Thermometer forecasts partly cloudy skies with improving barometric pressure. Finally the remote weather station predicts that the barometric pressure will fall, but the skies will be partly cloudy. I do not think any of them are accurate at this point. My best guess is that the clouds will remain in place, and we may have some more snow overnight. If we do not we will probably get it tomorrow.
High Temperature (°F): 28.2
Current Temperature (°F): 23.9
Relative Humidity: 84%
Dew Point (°F): 19.7
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 30.18
Wind Direction: East Southeast
Wind Speed (mph): 0.0
Wind Chill (°F): 23.9
Precipitation: Snow
Amount (inches): 1.00
Sky-PM: Overcast
Cloud Type: Stratus
Weather Stick: Down
Comparative data for today.
Temperature: 20°F/16°F//24°F/23°F//28°F/26°F//28°F/25°F.
Relative Humidity: 65%/73%//71%/72%//74%/73%//75%/78%.
N.O.A.A. did forecast the temperature correctly for today, and they hit the mark with the relative humidity as well.
Forecast data for the overnight.
Temperature: 22°F/22°F/20°F/17°F.
Relative Humidity: 97%/100%/96%/100%

We are currently experiencing some snow flurries in East Wilton, and so far we have had just enough snow to put a light coating on the ground where it has melted. The temperature is below freezing. It does not show any inclination to move up rapidly. Overnight N.O.A.A. forecast no precipitation, but they missed the snow that moved in during that time. According to the NEXRAD radar there is some more precipitation moving toward us, and it is forecast to be snow. The only question is the time frame of its arrival. Apparently we are experiencing the first in a series of "low-pressure" systems slated to move through our area. At 30.26 in. Hg it does not appear that this is a low-pressure cell.
For today N.O.A.A. is forecasting snow, but they do not expect more than 0.1 inches of the white stuff by 19:00 hours. According to the Weather Underground model forecast precipitation maps we are in for a bit more of this type of precipitation by noon Tuesday. Stay tuned for further updates.
My Weather Stick responds again to the 73% relative humidity and points slightly down. The electronic instruments do not seem to have a handle on the weather for today. The Weather Station Console forecasts improving barometric pressure and fair skies. The Min/Max Thermometer forecasts partly cloudy skies with falling barometric pressure. Finally the remote weather station forecasts fair skies with steady barometric pressure. What can we believe? The only thing I can believe is what I see outside and that is light snow, light, variable wind and overcast skies.
Low Temperature (°F): 15.6
Current Temperature (°F): 20.3
Relative Humidity: 73%
Dew Point (°F): 12.9
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 30.27
Wind Direction: West Southwest
Wind Speed (mph): 0.0
Wind Chill (°F): 20.3
Precipitation: Snow
Amount (inches): 0.00
Sky-AM: Overcast
Cloud Type: Stratus
Weather Stick: Slightly Down
Comparative data for the overnight.
Temperature: 30°F/23°F//26°F/19°F//24°F/17°F//21°F/17°F.
Relative Humidity: 58%/62%//60%/68%//58%/71%//66%/71%.
N.O.A.A. did not forecast the temperature correctly for the overnight, and they missed the mark with the relative humidity as well.
Forecast data for today.
Temperature: 20°F/24°F/28°F/28°F.
Relative Humidity: 65%/71%/74%/75%

I did not see it but my rain gauge did record the little shower we had at around noontime today. Late this afternoon we did see the sun, and the clouds dissipated. The temperature finally topped out at nearly forty degrees, which is quite warm for this time of year. The light showers we had today were as N.O.A.A. predicted quite scattered, and they did not turn to snow showers as was predicted. A new high-pressure system has moved in and taken over for the time being.
For the overnight N.O.A.A. predicts that we will have no precipitation, and while the temperature will dip below freezing it will not go very far. The cloud cover is predicted to increase to around 74% by early morning, and then we will wait to see what happens. N.O.A.A. is not predicting snow for tomorrow for our area…
My Weather Stick points slightly down in response to the 61% relative humidity. All three of my electronic instruments forecast improving barometric pressure and fair skies for the overnight. Wow! The best I can do is agree with that prediction and call for fair skies overnight.
High Temperature (°F): 40.1
Current Temperature (°F): 25.3
Relative Humidity: 61%
Dew Point (°F): 13.7
Heat Index (°F): N/A
Barometric Pressure (in. Hg): 30.24
Wind Direction: North
Wind Speed (mph): 2.9
Wind Chill (°F): 25.3
Precipitation: Rain
Amount (inches): 0.02
Sky-PM: Clear
Cloud Type: None
Weather Stick: Slightly Down
Comparative data for today.
Temperature: 33°F/34°F//35°F/40°F//35°F/39°F//34°F/31°F.
Relative Humidity: 72%/85%//59%/76%//59%/61%//58%/58%. /b>
N.O.A.A. did have the temperature right for today. The relative humidity missed the mark.
Forecast data for the overnight.
Temperature: 30°F/26°F/24°F/21°F.
Relative Humidity: 58%/60%/58%/66%

Posted by Jeffrey Le Doux at 06:40 PM
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