WEATHER / CLIMATE

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   Summer started already

   March 15, 2008 by NBTX11

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   As usual, we skip right past spring and go straight to summer in South Texas in Mar/Apr. It was 105F (40C) in Laredo yesterday, 104 in McAllen, 101 in Kingsville and Alice, 96 in San Antonio and so on. The 90 degree heat surged all the way north to North TX, was 88F in Wichita Falls along the Oklahoma border. Another hot day today (90-100) throughout most of South TX from San Antonio to the Mexico border.

   

   Last reply by sonoranfans, March 20, 2008
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   Summer time south of the equator 1 2 3 4 11

   December 3, 2009 by peachy

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   As it is now summer and the old spring topic section was getting to be a magnum opus I thought it a good time to start off a new page so to speak. Yesterdays rainfall celebrations turned out a bit premature. I decided to plant a few things and once I got 2cms below the surface the ground was still bone dry and this was after I had the sprinklers running on monday. However inspite of the meagre rain and hand hosing, the palms are taking off big time. I get a shock when I really look hard at some of them. So far the best performers are Livistona fulva, Livistona rotundifolia and Dysis gracilis sp pink crownshaft. Pritchardia hillebrandtii sp blue dwarf has grown steadily th…

   

   Last reply by peachy, March 8, 2010

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   Summer weather in PNW talk 1 2 3 4 5

   June 17, 2021 by Paradise Found

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   They mention on the news at noon that they except the weather to continue to be more hot and dry all the way to October. Seem every years we have always been hot and dry, thats what are summers are like. So glad we got all that rain last week when we did.

   

   Last reply by Hutch, October 8, 2021

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   Sunset zones

   March 17, 2020 by SoulofthePlace

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   Are sunset zones still used and can they be applied or calculated in other countries (since this is the/an International PS)? I am trying to find out my sunset zone in the Azores (our climate described in my signature and under avatar and profile). Elevation 140 m (459 ft.), latitude 38º.

   

   Last reply by cm05, July 25, 2020

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   Sunspots

   September 16, 2010 by SubTropicRay

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   Someone mentioned last year it would be one of the coldest winters because of sunspot activity or lack thereof? They were right! What gives with the sunspots this year? Higher SPF?

   

   Last reply by _Keith, September 18, 2010
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   Super Cyclone Yasa

   December 16, 2020 by JLM

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   I dont know if anyone here is in Fiji or not, but Fiji could be hit by a cyclone with winds up to Cat 5 intensity. Prayers going out for everyone in Fiji. Hoping this is the LAST thing 2020 throws at us.

   

   Last reply by tropicbreeze, December 16, 2020

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   Super Heat - no rain - burnt offerings

   December 5, 2012 by Walter John

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   Yesterday was close to the hottest day for 2012 here in Beerwah, temp reached 40c/104f. Add to that a series of hot days and no rain for a long long time, and what you get is damage to some plants, whilst some others carry on regardless. Here's some photos taken this morning on a day expected to reach 33c. The sun damaged include a Licuala ramsayii and a New Guinea lace tree fern, but have a gander at that whatsisname plant, really smashed:

   

   Last reply by NApalm, January 26, 2013

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   sure is some good palm growin weather round here.....

   July 9, 2012 by trioderob

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   80F+ every day and 100% sunshine ........... now till mid november.....yup

   

   Last reply by trioderob, August 14, 2012
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    Swamp Rainbow

    January 4, 2020 by SEVA

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    I'm not sure if this belongs in the weather/climate section, but I read this phenomenon occurs after extended periods without rain and little/no wind allowing the natural oils to develop on the surface of the water. I captured these photos recently at a local swamp.

    

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    Sydney Dust Storm

    September 22, 2009 by Daryl

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    Wow, a pretty spectacular dust storm hit Sydney this morning...

    

    Last reply by philinsydney, October 8, 2009
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    Sydney Record Heat

    January 18, 2013 by Daryl

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    Noticed that today Sydney recorded it's hottest day ever...hope not too many palms were scorched... Daryl

    

    Last reply by Laisla87, January 20, 2013
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    Sydney warmth continues

    April 8, 2018 by palmad Merc

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    It's been an extended summer in Sydney with temps hovering around 26 to 30 deg Celsius, and more of the same 10 days out. I wonder how our winter will be...

    

    Last reply by tropicbreeze, April 14, 2018
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    Tampa, St. Petersburg, FL weather archives 1 2

    January 24, 2008 by surgeon83

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    Hello, I am hoping someone can guide me to a source of free weather archives specifically for the Tampa / St. Petersburg, Florida areas. I have the monthly average temperatures and record highs and lows from weather.com, but I was hoping for an archive of daily temperatures dating back to about 1948 (which I think would be the earliest for St. Pete). I have data like this for Galveston, and it is really great to have. Thanks in advance for your help. -Brian

    

    Last reply by SubTropicRay, February 1, 2008
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    TC Damien

    February 8, 2020 by sandgroper

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    Fun and games in the north west, the BOM are saying the cyclone could reach category 4 when it crosses the coast.

    

    Last reply by sandgroper, February 8, 2020
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    Tell me more about Dew Point...

    November 19, 2008 by osideterry

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    I just looked and my current temp is 72F, humidity is 13%, and the dew point is 23°. Is dew point a better indicator of moisture in the air than humidity?

    

    Last reply by gsn, November 21, 2008
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    Tell us about the Santa Anas.....

    January 25, 2015 by John Case

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    Is everyone OK?

    

    Last reply by John Case, January 26, 2015
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    Temperature difference between Hawaiian Islands

    January 28, 2009 by Al in Kona

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    A sheer line from a frontal system moving down from the northwest brought rain and much cooler temperatures to the northern and western most islands (Kauai & Oahu) of Hawaii the past two days and seems to have stalled over the island of Maui never quite reaching the Big Island (Hawaii Island, the southeastern most island). This resulted in a wide range of high temperatures today and will likely continue tomorrow if the weather forecast holds true as this system is now forecast to move westward returning to Oahu and Kauai with more rain and cool temperatures. Today (Tuesday January 27) the high temperature in Honolulu was 71 F while in Kona it was 82 F, a difference o…

    

    Last reply by The Palm Nut, February 2, 2009
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    Temperature Gauges

    December 18, 2006 by tropicalb

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    Being as how it's REALLY gonna be cold the next few nights here in SoCal, I got to wondering: what type /brand of thermometers and / or weather gauges / stations does everyone use? Also: Given that the wife is asking "so what do you want for Christmas"....I'm thinking of asking her to pick me up one of the wireless weather stations with the remote sensors...anyone got any suggestions? Brands, model #'s, any pics you have of yours in action and prices would be greatly appreciated!

    

    Last reply by galveston1602, December 21, 2006
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    Temperature outlook for May

    May 1, 2012 by Funkthulhu

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    The Climate Prediction center (CPC) has issued their temperature outlook (Forecast) for May 2012. There are four categories, A (Above), B (Below), N (Near Normal) and EC (Equal Chances). Historically, 33.3% of the time the temperatures will be A, B, or N. Therefore, the numbers in the red area for example are all 33 or higher. The darkest red area is enclosed by a 50 or higher line meaning the probability of it being warmer than normal is 50% or 17% higher than random chance (33%). The area of EC means there is no current predictability and all three categories are equally likely (A, B, N). Based upon this map, the outlook for Nebraska is a highest likelihood of co…

    

    Last reply by Funkthulhu, May 24, 2012
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    Temperature Predictions for Houston

    January 11, 2009 by Big Tex

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    Here is the predictions for my area in Houston from 7 different sources. Makes it hard to prepare. Tonight I can expect temperatures to drop anywhere from 31 degrees to 37. I am already prepared for 37, but 31 is different matter. NWS Sun - 55/32 Mon - 63/38 Tue - 58/34 Wed - 64/45 Thur - 54/34 Fri - 51/34 Weather Underground Sun - 58/31 Mon - 68/38 Tue - 58/34 Wed - 63/45 Thur - 54/34 Fri - 50/35 AccuWeather Sun - 60/37 Mon - 65/38 Tue - 60/37 Wed - 65/44 Thur - 61/41 Fri - 53/39 The Weather Channel Sun - 56/33 Mon - 64/34 Tue - 60/32 Wed - 61/38 Thur - 63/37 Fri - 56/38 Intellicast Sun - 60/34 Mon - 64/38 Tue - 61/34 Wed - 6…

    

    Last reply by Big Tex, January 12, 2009
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    Temperature sensor.

    January 17, 2019 by mdsonofthesouth

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    Hey yall I am looking to upgrade my temperature and humidity sensors/system. I dont need high end or anything, just something that can accurately measure temperature and humidity and can store min max values. I dont need color screens or fancy features, just accuracy and reliability. Any recommendations? Thanks!

    

    Last reply by mdsonofthesouth, January 21, 2019

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    Temperatures Near the Ground

    December 12, 2020 by ahosey01

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    The crazy weather in my yard has really got me thinking and wondering more about weather than I ever had before. The front yard is a consistent 5-7 degrees warmer than the back yard. However, the back yard sits maybe 10ft lower than the front yard. Is it the difference in elevation that accounts for that temperature variation, or something else? Also, just how much warmer is the air above the ground at - say - 10ft or 20ft or 30ft? I’m highly curious.

    

    Last reply by amh, December 14, 2020

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    Temps OK here

    January 11, 2010 by Fouquieria

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    If we don't get a substantial amount of rain in Feb-Mar, this coming summer is going to be a disaster. Temps on the other hand have been quite mild in San Diego. These are readings so far in January from a place just down the hill from me: http://www.wunderground.com/weatherstation...mp;yearend=2010

    

    Last reply by happ, January 11, 2010
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    Tennessee upcoming freeze

    January 10 by Landasaw

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    Looking at possible drop to zero or below next Tuesday Nashville area. This sucks.

    

    Last reply by Landasaw, January 24

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    Texans

    September 16, 2008 by bubba

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    Worried and praying for our numerous Texans in Galveston/Houston area.More people are trying to send you good thoughts than you know.Hope all is better than we see in the Media.

    

    Last reply by steve 9atx, September 23, 2008