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39 minutes ago, Rubus Leucodermis said:

It’s not too late for a last-minute smokefest!

Pretty much what happened in 2020 here. What was overall a rather pleasant summer turned to a nightmare at the very end. 

That whole Labor Day weekend was actually really nice. I worked in the yard most of the weekend, the yard was looking great and then that whole mess happened. It was unfortunate too, we had to open all the gates so the animals we couldn't evacuate would have an escape route if the fire came. Obviously they ate everything in the garden, and a lot of the shrubs around the house. Everything pretty much died or went dormant from the heavy smoke, a lot of the trees lost their leaves, but fortunately it did not seem to impact them long term. 

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Snowfall                                  Precip

2022-23: 95.0"                      2022-23: 17.39"

2021-22: 52.6"                    2021-22: 91.46" 

2020-21: 12.0"                    2020-21: 71.59"

2019-20: 23.5"                   2019-20: 58.54"

2018-19: 63.5"                   2018-19: 66.33"

2017-18: 30.3"                   2017-18: 59.83"

2016-17: 49.2"                   2016-17: 97.58"

2015-16: 11.75"                 2015-16: 68.67"

2014-15: 3.5"
2013-14: 11.75"                  2013-14: 62.30
2012-13: 16.75"                 2012-13: 78.45  

2011-12: 98.5"                   2011-12: 92.67"

It's always sunny at Winters Hill! 
Fighting the good fight against weather evil.

 

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Some elevated smoke moving in down here in Salem. 

Snowfall                                  Precip

2022-23: 95.0"                      2022-23: 17.39"

2021-22: 52.6"                    2021-22: 91.46" 

2020-21: 12.0"                    2020-21: 71.59"

2019-20: 23.5"                   2019-20: 58.54"

2018-19: 63.5"                   2018-19: 66.33"

2017-18: 30.3"                   2017-18: 59.83"

2016-17: 49.2"                   2016-17: 97.58"

2015-16: 11.75"                 2015-16: 68.67"

2014-15: 3.5"
2013-14: 11.75"                  2013-14: 62.30
2012-13: 16.75"                 2012-13: 78.45  

2011-12: 98.5"                   2011-12: 92.67"

It's always sunny at Winters Hill! 
Fighting the good fight against weather evil.

 

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48 minutes ago, Chewbacca Defense said:

It definitely felt like fall this morning with a low of 53. 

Been working on building a deck over the course of the past month, and finally got to a point where we have something we can use (just can't invite any friends over with young kids  😁).

I've never had a backyard I could "enjoy."   It has either been too small, had too much slope or been too wet/mucky.

Everywhere I have lived had back decks along the lines of what is shown in the "before" shot.  It was nice to be able to sit out and enjoy the evening last night.  All we have left is the stairs, railings, and a pergola and we will be good to go!

 

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I absolutely love building decks. I get all giddy when I find out a friend/co-worker/family member needs help with one. Plus it’s always better to go screw something up at someone else’s house as opposed to your own.

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2 minutes ago, Deweydog said:

I absolutely love building decks. I get all giddy when I find out a friend/co-worker/family member needs help with one. Plus it’s always better to go screw something up at someone else’s house as opposed to your own.

I have a buddy who started out by doing construction for 15 years, then was basically a project manager building high end custom homes in the area.  He is now a facilities manager for an investment/holdings group and takes care of a few houses, restaurants and a manufacturing facility.  He loves doing this type of stuff too, and I "hired" him to design and lead this effort.  I have another buddy who helped out who enjoys doing this type of stuff.  We went from the 3rd picture to the 4th picture in about 6-7 hours.  It's pretty crazy how quickly it went up!

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21 minutes ago, Chewbacca Defense said:

I have a buddy who started out by doing construction for 15 years, then was basically a project manager building high end custom homes in the area.  He is now a facilities manager for an investment/holdings group and takes care of a few houses, restaurants and a manufacturing facility.  He loves doing this type of stuff too, and I "hired" him to design and lead this effort.  I have another buddy who helped out who enjoys doing this type of stuff.  We went from the 3rd picture to the 4th picture in about 6-7 hours.  It's pretty crazy how quickly it went up!

I spent a summer building a deck at our Kent house and then a second summer extending it to surround our hot tub. I had no idea what I was doing but my father in law was a carpenter and someone who could basically build anything and he provided the basic engineering info I needed and I was able to do the work. I’m not sure I would say I enjoyed it, but I definitely felt a sense of accomplishment at the result. 

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3 hours ago, Kayla said:

Ughh, models are ugly this morning. Endless torch. At this rate PDX is going to break 2018 for the highest number of 90's which I thought was untouchable for at least another decade.

Some hope for the second week of September to bring some actual average temperatures, hopefully.

PDX turning into Sacramento. 

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91 at SLE. 

Snowfall                                  Precip

2022-23: 95.0"                      2022-23: 17.39"

2021-22: 52.6"                    2021-22: 91.46" 

2020-21: 12.0"                    2020-21: 71.59"

2019-20: 23.5"                   2019-20: 58.54"

2018-19: 63.5"                   2018-19: 66.33"

2017-18: 30.3"                   2017-18: 59.83"

2016-17: 49.2"                   2016-17: 97.58"

2015-16: 11.75"                 2015-16: 68.67"

2014-15: 3.5"
2013-14: 11.75"                  2013-14: 62.30
2012-13: 16.75"                 2012-13: 78.45  

2011-12: 98.5"                   2011-12: 92.67"

It's always sunny at Winters Hill! 
Fighting the good fight against weather evil.

 

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And that's another one!! 90F burger!!!

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Springfield, Oregon regular season 2023-24 Stats:

  • Coldest high: 25F (Jan 14, 2024)
  • Coldest low: 20F (Jan 14, 2024)
  • Days with below freezing temps: 24 (Most recent: Mar 8, 2024)
  • Days with sub-40F highs: 4 (Most recent: Jan 16, 2024)
  • Total snowfall: 0.0"
  • Total ice: 2.25”
  • Last accumulating snowfall on roads: Dec 27, 2021 (1.9")
  • Last sub-freezing high: Jan 15, 2024 (27F)
  • Last White Christmas: 1990
  • Significant wind events (gusts 45+): 0

Personal Stats:

  • Last accumulating snowfall on roads: Dec 27, 2021
  • Last sub-freezing high: Jan 16, 2024 (32F)
  • Last White Christmas: 2008
  • Total snowfall since joining TheWeatherForums: 42.0"
  • Sub-freezing highs since joining TheWeatherForums: 4

 

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23 minutes ago, Front Ranger said:

OLM cracked the 40s last couple mornings.

Let me know when KLMT has a 35, then we know early Fall is knocking.

Ashland, KY Weather

'23-'24 Winter

Snowfall - 5.50"
First freeze: 11/1 (32)
Minimum: 2 on 1/17

Measurable snows: 4
Max 1 day snow: 3" (1/19)

Thunders: 11
1/27, 1/28, 2/10, 2/22, 2/27, 2/28, 3/5, 3/6, 3/14, 3/15
3/26, 

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2 hours ago, Chewbacca Defense said:

It definitely felt like fall this morning with a low of 53. 

Been working on building a deck over the course of the past month, and finally got to a point where we have something we can use (just can't invite any friends over with young kids  😁).

I've never had a backyard I could "enjoy."   It has either been too small, had too much slope or been too wet/mucky.

Everywhere I have lived had back decks along the lines of what is shown in the "before" shot.  It was nice to be able to sit out and enjoy the evening last night.  All we have left is the stairs, railings, and a pergola and we will be good to go!

 

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Looks awesome!! 

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Elevation 580’ Location a few miles east of I-5 on the Snohomish Co side of the Snohomish/Skagit border. I love snow/cold AND sun/warmth! 

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It was drive your tractor to work day! Was a tad chilly this morning without the heated steering wheel. 

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Elevation 580’ Location a few miles east of I-5 on the Snohomish Co side of the Snohomish/Skagit border. I love snow/cold AND sun/warmth! 

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2 hours ago, Deweydog said:

I absolutely love building decks. I get all giddy when I find out a friend/co-worker/family member needs help with one. Plus it’s always better to go screw something up at someone else’s house as opposed to your own.

My side job I do on weekends sometimes is installing aluminum/cable railings on decks that’s what I was doing out in maple valley today. 

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In last week we now have soooo many ripe tomatoes to harvest.    And so many more coming.    Definitely a success this year despite the plants almost looking dead in early June when it would not stop raining.  

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1 hour ago, SnowWillarrive said:

PDX turning into Sacramento. 

Dry streaks like these coming to a city near you. 

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Ashland, KY Weather

'23-'24 Winter

Snowfall - 5.50"
First freeze: 11/1 (32)
Minimum: 2 on 1/17

Measurable snows: 4
Max 1 day snow: 3" (1/19)

Thunders: 11
1/27, 1/28, 2/10, 2/22, 2/27, 2/28, 3/5, 3/6, 3/14, 3/15
3/26, 

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https://imgur.com/SuGTijl

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2 hours ago, Phishy Wx said:

Knocks on wood, I'm kinda shocked at how tame the fire season has been so far, given how hot its been for the last month and a half here.  Had to have been the wet, cool spring and the occasion Wet Tstorms we've experienced throughout the summer (although those can also be a curse)

Usually at least in the last 5 years since I've been here, we've had at least a few Smoke filled days by now.  Not complaining considering the heat

I know. My area has had traces of smoke..the kind where you can faintly smell it for an hour or so before it disappates but very mild compared to recent years. Heat and wind in CA may change that.

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Garfield County/Pomeroy, WA:

2023-2024 Snowfall totals: 14.3 inches

HIghest snow total (per event): 5.8 inches total 1/11/24 - 1/12/24.

Most recent accumulation (non trace): 0.20 inches on 2/26/24

Days with  trace or more snowfall: 12/01/23 (0.60), 1/8/24 (1.0), 1/10/24 (3.5), 1/11/23 (3.5 inches with Thundersnow; separate event from prior day), 1/12/24 (2.30). 1/14/24 (T), 1/17/24 (1.20 inches), 1/18/24 (1.5 inches), 1/19/24 (0.20), 2/09/24 (0.30), 2/26/24 (0.20-mainly graupel)

First Freeze: 10/27/2023

Last Sub freezing Day: 1/20/24 (12th) (8 days in a row from 1/12/24-1/20/24)

Coldest low: -12F (!!!!!!!!) (1/12/24)

Last White Christmas: 2022 at my location (on ground)

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2 minutes ago, Timmy Supercell said:

Dry streaks like these coming to a city near you. 

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But that's the Med climate in Summer for you.

Garfield County/Pomeroy, WA:

2023-2024 Snowfall totals: 14.3 inches

HIghest snow total (per event): 5.8 inches total 1/11/24 - 1/12/24.

Most recent accumulation (non trace): 0.20 inches on 2/26/24

Days with  trace or more snowfall: 12/01/23 (0.60), 1/8/24 (1.0), 1/10/24 (3.5), 1/11/23 (3.5 inches with Thundersnow; separate event from prior day), 1/12/24 (2.30). 1/14/24 (T), 1/17/24 (1.20 inches), 1/18/24 (1.5 inches), 1/19/24 (0.20), 2/09/24 (0.30), 2/26/24 (0.20-mainly graupel)

First Freeze: 10/27/2023

Last Sub freezing Day: 1/20/24 (12th) (8 days in a row from 1/12/24-1/20/24)

Coldest low: -12F (!!!!!!!!) (1/12/24)

Last White Christmas: 2022 at my location (on ground)

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10 minutes ago, Timmy Supercell said:

Dry streaks like these coming to a city near you. 

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Today is the 53rd dry day in a row at PDX, putting it on the top 5 list for dry streaks: image.thumb.png.de2dc9fa7f605afe691ed143d1c67c74.png(this isn't updated yet though)

We should easily pass 1960 and maybe even get into the top 3! What a change from the wettest AMJ period on record.

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85 for a high at SEA.   Even the GFS was 1 degree too cold.

The ECMWF was 6 degrees too cold and should be decommissioned immediately.   Its an embarrassment to the entire continent of Europe.   

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57 minutes ago, TacomaWx said:

My side job I do on weekends sometimes is installing aluminum/cable railings on decks that’s what I was doing out in maple valley today. 

Welcome to town! It’s definitely always at least a few degrees warmer here than closer to the sound as I’m sure you can tell.

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24 minutes ago, TT-SEA said:

85 for a high at SEA.   Even the GFS was 1 degree too cold.

The ECMWF was 6 degrees too cold and should be decommissioned immediately.   Its an embarrassment to the entire continent of Europe.   

You can simp for the GFS all you want but it’ll never hold a candle to the ECMWF.

At month’s end I’ll post the 2m bias for August. Spoiler alert: The GFS bias is larger by several degrees.

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Just now, Phil said:

You can simp for the GFS all you want but it’ll never hold a candle to the ECMWF.

At month’s end I’ll post the 2m bias for August. Spoiler alert: The GFS bias is larger by several degrees.

I think the GFS is okay for PDX because we don't have a large body of water right next to us for surface temps but I'm not fully sure.

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The GFS has projected SeaTac at/above 100°F inside week-1 multiple times this month alone.

In reality it’s only topped 90°F twice, and the highest temperature was a measly 91°F. :lol: 

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6 minutes ago, Phil said:

You can simp for the GFS all you want but it’ll never hold a candle to the ECMWF.

At month’s end I’ll post the 2m bias for August. Spoiler alert: The GFS bias is larger by several degrees.

But the GFS for SEA works great for my area most of the time... so it's all good in relation to the weather I am actually experiencing.   

And more good news... this is a red tomato summer here.  Not an evil green tomato summer.  😀

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1 minute ago, TT-SEA said:

But the GFS for SEA works great for my area most of the time... so it's all good in relation to the weather I am actually experiencing.   

And more good news... this is a red tomato summer here.  Not an evil green tomato summer.  😀

That green tomato spring is the only reason the entire PNW isn’t on fire right now. Only a sadist would consider that to be “evil”. ;) 

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Just now, Phil said:

At least Tim admitted he enjoys 90 degree heat. No need to litigate that one anymore. 🔥 🔥 

Barely touching 90 degrees when its almost September or in September is fine... it does not feel nearly as hot as it does in June or July.   

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4 minutes ago, Phil said:

That green tomato spring is the only reason the entire PNW isn’t on fire right now. Only a sadist would consider that to be “evil”. ;) 

There is no such thing as a green tomato spring... tomatoes never ripen in spring.    

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53 minutes ago, Phil said:

That green tomato spring is the only reason the entire PNW isn’t on fire right now. Only a sadist would consider that to be “evil”. ;) 

You ever plant tomatoes Phil? You can seed them in April and May but need 21-24C for them to thrive. With the spring we had, it was nearly impossible for an early harvest. Saw them first hand with my dad’s garden. They absolutely love the last month or so here are now ready to harvest coming Sept. 

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10 minutes ago, Cloud said:

You ever plant tomatoes Phil? You can seed them in April and May but need 21-24C for them to thrive. With the spring we had, it was nearly impossible for an early harvest. Saw them first hand with my dad’s garden. They absolutely love the last month or so here are now ready to harvest coming Sept. 

We did once or twice when I was a kid. They were ripe well before September, though. My birthday is on July 28th and I remember we were using them for salads that evening, and had been using them even before that.

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11 minutes ago, Phil said:

We did once or twice when I was a kid. They were ripe well before September, though. My birthday is on July 28th and I remember we were using them for salads that evening, and had been using them even before that.

Often the same in MN... picking tomatoes by the end of July.    

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11 minutes ago, Phil said:

We did once or twice when I was a kid. They were ripe well before September, though. My birthday is on July 28th and we were using them for salads that evening and had been using them for awhile before that.

I think the average harvest around here is mid-August. Just a bit later than usual this year! 
 

And cherry tomatoes are the absolute best for salads. 

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