Wet Sunday

Good morning Augusta, its really wet outside, so have some more coffee.

This morning it is overcast with snow and rain, then rain in the afternoon. High of 52F. Winds from the SSW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation 100% .

Tonight it will be overcast with a chance of rain in the evening, then mostly cloudy. Fog overnight. Low of 48F. Winds less than 5 mph. Chance of rain 50%.

The readings taken from my own weather instrumentation are:

A relative humidity of 89% with a Dew Point of 39.8ºF and a wind chill of 42.5ºF.    

The temperature is 42.7ºF.

Presently we have  almost no wind today, but it sure is wet out there.

Our Barometric pressure is 30.01/HPA 1016.2 and falling with a weather graphic indicating rain.

The UV rating is 1 out of 16, sunset will be at 5:55 PM with Moon Rise at 5:47 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time, and the moon phase is waning crescent.

For the pilots out there: Raw METAR is –

SPECI KAUG 141320Z AUTO 00000KT 2 1/2SM -RA BR SCT004 BKN012 OVC020 05/04 A3013 RMK AO2 VIS 1 1/4V3 P0001

Visibility is 2.5  miles / 4.0  kilometers with overcast to 2000 ft / 609 m and mostly cloudy to 1200 ft / 365 m and a few scattered clouds tossed in.  

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

Since it is fall ---

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.