Chilly Monday Morning

Good morning Augusta.

Right now it is clear with a high of 72F. Winds less than 5 mph.

Tonight it will be clear with an expected Low of 50F. Winds less than 5 mph.

The readings taken from my instruments are:

A relative humidity of 86%, with a Dew Point of 46.4º F.

The temperature is 50.6ºF.

Presently we have  East Southeast winds between 0.7 MPH and 1.3 MPH.   

Our Barometric pressure is 29.99/HPA 1015.5 and rising with a weather graphic indicating clouds.

The UV rating is 1 out of 16, sunset will be at 6:44 PM with Moon Rise at 8:12 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time, and the moon phase is Waxing Crescent.

For the pilots out there: Raw METAR is –

METAR KAUG 171153Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM CLR 09/06 A3008

We had no precipitation in this area over the past 24 hours.  

Visibility is 10.0 miles / 16.1 kilometers with another great ceiling.

Now that we're starting to get nighttime temps in the 30's, we all need to remind ourselves about how driving changes.

Autumn Driving Safety Tips

Make adjustments for the light. Did you know that we lose a minute of daylight every day until the clocks are set back in November? Fewer hours of daylight make it more difficult to see pedestrians, cyclists and children playing in the late afternoon. Also, later sunrises mean that drivers need to adjust to the brighter sun at different times of the morning. Always keep a pair of sunglasses in your car to shield your vision.

Avoid driving over wet leaves. Fall foliage is beautiful but once those leaves start falling and get wet from rain, they can become a serious driving hazard. Wet leaves are slippery and reduce traction.

Don't Veer for Deer. If a crash with a deer is unavoidable, remember don't swerve. Be sure to brake firmly and hold onto the steering wheel with both hands. Come to a controlled stop and move the vehicle out of traffic to a safe location.

Prepare an emergency kit for your car. Carrying an emergency kit in your car trunk or cargo area can be a real lifesaver. Be sure to include a flashlight, flares and a first-aid kit, jumper cables, extra washer fluid, nonperishable food, a jug of water, and a few basic tools such as wrenches, a ratchet/socket set, screwdrivers, and pliers.

Watch for frost. Low nighttime temperatures cause frost on windshields and roads. Be sure to clear your windshield completely before driving. Also, slow down when approaching bridges and overpasses, as these structures are more prone to collect frost on the roadway surface. Stay alert for shaded areas that could create black ice during early morning and evening hours.

Plan ahead for changing weather conditions. Have your car winterized before the winter storm season sets in. Keeping your car in good condition decreases your chance of being stranded in cold weather. Also, be sure to have a first-aid kit, thermal blanket, a working flashlight, a shovel and sand in your car.

Watch for construction work zones. Construction work zones may still be active. Please remember to slow down and pay attention in work zones. The life you save could be your own.