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#MEwx Continued cold, wlightly warming temps and fish or clam chowder

Good morning Augusta This morning we have partly sunny skies clearing later with highs in the upper 20s. Light and variable winds, becoming northwest around 10 mph this afternoon. Tonight we’ll have mostly clear conditions with  lows around 3°F. Light and variable winds. The readings from my weather instruments are: The Wind chill is 7.9°F, Dew Point is -20.3°F, Humidity is 26% and the outdoor temperature is 7.5°F. The wind direction is North Northwest between 2.7 MPH and 4.3 MPH. The Relative pressure is 30.06, the Absolute pressure is 29.86 and rising with a weather graphic indicating sun. Visibility is 10.0 miles / 16.1 Kilometers with clear skies so far. The UV rating is 1 out of 16, Sunrise is 6:18 A.M., Sunset is 5:25 P.M., Moonrise is 2:38 A.M., Moonset is 11:56 A.M. and the moon phase is waning crescent. Augusta’s RAW METAR readings are: METAR KAUG 281153Z AUTO 34004KT 10SM SCT075 BKN110 M15/M22 A3012 RMK AO2 SLP206 T11501217 11133 21150 53012 We

#MEwx Cold, less wind and Beefy Italian Ramen Skillet for dinner

Good morning Augusta This morning we have mostly sunny skies becoming mostly cloudy. Highs around 16°F. Northwest winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph with wind chill values as low as -22°F. Tonight we’ll have mostly cloudy conditions with lows around 2°F. Light and variable winds. The readings from my weather instruments are: The Wind chill is -11.0°F, Dew Point is -33.3°F, Humidity is 18% and the outdoor temperature is -0.2°F. The wind direction is Southwest between 7.4 MPH and 10.3 MPH. The Relative pressure is 30.25, the Absolute pressure is 30.05 and rising with a weather graphic indicating sun. Visibility is 10.0 miles / 16.1 Kilometers with clear skies. The UV rating is 1 out of 16, Sunrise is 6:20 A.M., Sunset is 5:24 P.M., Moonrise is 1:41 A.M., Moonset is 11:12 A.M. and the moon phase is in its last quarter. Augusta’s RAW METAR readings are: METAR KAUG 271153Z AUTO 28006KT 10SM CLR M18/M27 A3031 RMK AO2 SLP273 T11831272 11167 21189 51010

#MEwx Cold, continued windy and a Fiesta Taco Casserole for dinner

Good morning Augusta We’re still under a wind advisory, read it in the post preceding this one. This morning we have mostly sunny skies with with highs around 18°F. Northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. Wind chill values as low as -12°F. Tonight we’ll have mostly clear skies with lows around -1°F. Northwest winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. Wind chill values as low as -16°F. The readings from my weather instruments are: The Wind chill is -0.8°F, Dew Point is -18.6°F, Humidity is 25% and the outdoor temperature is 10.4°F. The wind direction is West between 4.5 MPH and 12.3 MPH for the time being. The Relative pressure is 29.96, the Absolute pressure is 29.75 and rising with a weather graphic indicating sun. Visibility is 10.0 miles / 16.1 Kilometers with clear skies. The UV rating is 1 out of 16, Sunrise is 6:21 A.M., Sunset is 5:22 P.M., Moonrise is 12:39 A.M., Moonset is 10:32 A.M. and the moon phase is waning gibbous. Augusta’s RAW

#MEwx This morning's Wind Advisory Statement

Wind Advisory Statement as of 2:24 am EST on February 26, 2019 Wind Advisory in effect until 5 PM EST this afternoon. The National Weather Service in gray has issued a Wind Advisory, which is in effect until 5 PM EST this afternoon. * Winds... northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * Timing... through this afternoon. * Impacts... twigs and tree limbs may be snapped and could cause sporadic power outages. Driving may be difficult especially for high profile vehicles. Precautionary/preparedness actions... A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 to 39 mph... or wind gusts 46 to 57 mph... are expected. Winds this strong can make driving difficult... especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.  

#MEwx Wind Advisory (8:14 a.m.) for this morning

Wind Advisory Statement as of 9:14 am EST on February 25, 2019 Wind Advisory remains in effect until 10 PM EST this evening. * winds... west 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * Timing... through early this evening. * Impacts... strong winds may down trees and tree branches and power lines, leading to some power outages. Precautionary/preparedness actions... A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 to 39 mph... or wind gusts 46 to 57 mph... are expected. Winds this strong can make driving difficult... especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Schwibs  

#MEwx Windy, colder and slow cooker chicken breast with wild rice for dinner

Good morning Augusta We remain under a wind advisory, so read it in the post preceding this one. This morning we have mostly cloudy skies with snow showers likely, mainly this morning. Little or no additional snow accumulation. Highs in the lower 30s with temperatures falling into the mid 20s this afternoon. West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. Tonight we’ll have partly cloudy skies, then clearing. Much cooler with lows around 6°F. Northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. Wind chill values as low as -10°F after midnight. The readings from my weather instruments are: The Wind chill is 34.2°F, Dew Point is 22.5°F, Humidity is 61% and the outdoor temperature is 34.2°F. The wind direction is West Southwest between 0.0 MPH and 0.2 MPH. The Relative pressure is 29.13, the Absolute pressure is 28.93 (yep, that’s pretty darn low all right)  and rising with a weather graphic indicating sun. Visibility is 9.0 miles / 14.5 Kilometers with scattered

#MEwx morning wind advisory and special statement

Wind Advisory Statement as of 3:07 am EST on February 25, 2019 Wind Advisory remains in effect from 7 am this morning to 10 PM EST this evening. * winds... west 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * Timing... through early this evening. * Impacts... strong winds may down trees and tree branches and power lines, leading to some power outages. Precautionary/preparedness actions... A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 to 39 mph... or wind gusts 46 to 57 mph... are expected. Winds this strong can make driving difficult... especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.   Special Statement as of 5:28 am EST on February 25, 2019 Icy roads and snow showers will continue to make for slick travel for the morning commute. Cold air rushing into the region this morning on very strong westerly winds will continue to allow for the freezing up of any water on untreated roads, parking lots and sidewalks. In addition, a few snow showers may briefly dro

#MEwx Winter weather advisory update, High wind warning cancelled, to a wind advisory

Winter Weather Advisory Statement as of 2:53 PM EST on February 24, 2019 ... Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until midnight EST tonight... * what... snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches expected. * Where... Kennebec and interior Waldo counties. * When... from 7 am this morning to midnight EST tonight. * Additional details... plan on slippery Road conditions. Precautionary/preparedness actions... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For a more precise forecast for your specific location... go to www.Weather.Gov/gray. Legro Wind Advisory Statement as of 3:00 PM EST on February 24, 2019 ... Wind Advisory in effect from 7 am to 10 PM EST Monday... The National Weather Service in gray has issued a Wind Advisory, which is in effect from 7 am to 10 PM EST Monday. The high wind w

#MEwx Updated Winter Weather Advisory and High Wind Watch

Winter Weather Advisory Statement as of 11:53 am EST on February 24, 2019 Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until midnight EST tonight. * what... snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches expected. * Where... Kennebec and interior Waldo counties. * When... from 7 am this morning to midnight EST tonight. * Additional details... plan on slippery Road conditions. Precautionary/preparedness actions... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For a more precise forecast for your specific location... go to www.Weather.Gov/gray. Legro High Wind Watch Statement as of 11:56 am EST on February 24, 2019 High wind watch remains in effect from late tonight through Monday evening. * winds... west 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * Timing... Monday into Monday evening. * Impacts... strong winds ma

#MEwx snow, rain, slush and a Slow Cooker Sloppy Joe recipe for the Sox spring training game today

Good morning Augusta We’re still under a Winter Weather Advisory and high wind watch This is a sloppy mess about to start, so read them both in the post preceding this one. This morning we have snow accumulation of 4 to 7 inches with Highs in the lower 30s. Light and variable winds, becoming southeast 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph until morning when that high wind watch kicks in.  Tonight we’ll have snow with a chance for rain. Total snow accumulation of 5 to 8 inches. Lows in the upper 20s. East winds 10 to 15 mph, becoming west after midnight. Gusts up to 30 mph with those high winds not too far off. The readings from my weather instruments are: The Augusta’s #MEwx morning weather readings are: Wind Chill is 28.6°F, Dew Point is 19.0°F, the humidity is 67%, and the outdoor temp is 28.6°F. Today’s Red Sox S.T. game is at 1:05, the Slow cooker sloppy Joe recipe and forecast is at: http://augustamaineweather.blogspot.com/e wind direction is North Northwest be

#MEwx Updated High Wind Warning and Winter Weather Advisory

Winter Weather Advisory Statement as of 2:59 am EST on February 24, 2019 Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect from 7 am this morning to midnight EST tonight. * what... snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches expected. * Where... Kennebec and interior Waldo counties. * When... from 7 am this morning to midnight EST tonight. * Additional details... travel could be very difficult. Precautionary/preparedness actions... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For a more precise forecast for your specific location... go to www.Weather.Gov/gray. High Wind Watch Statement as of 3:00 am EST on February 24, 2019 High wind watch remains in effect from late tonight through Monday evening. * winds... west 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * Timing... Monday through Monday evening. * Impacts... st

#MEwx High Wind Watch and Updated Afternoon Winter Weather Advisory

Both the Watch and Advisory are below Winter Weather Advisory Statement as of 2:37 PM EST on February 23, 2019 Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect from 7 am Sunday to midnight EST Sunday night. * what... snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches... before precipitation changes to rain late Sunday. * Where... Kennebec and interior Waldo counties. * When... from 7 am Sunday to midnight EST Sunday night. * Additional details... plan on slippery Road conditions. Precautionary/preparedness actions... A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow, sleet or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Expect slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For a more precise forecast for your specific location... go to www.Weather.Gov/gray. Arnott High Wind Watch Statement as of 2:29 PM EST on February 23, 2019 High wind watch in effect from late Sunday night through Monday evening. The National Weather

#MEwx Warm, melting, snow advisory for tomorrow, a Red Sox game today and the Perfect Bacon Cheeseburger

Good morning Augusta We’re under another Winter Weather Advisory for tomorrow’ storm promising us 3 to 6 inches. The advisory is in the post preceding this one. This morning we have mostly sunny skies with highs in the mid 30s. Light and variable winds. Tonight we’ll have partly cloudy conditions, becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 20s. Light and variable winds. The readings from my weather instruments are: The Wind Chill is 21.0°F, Dew Point is 10.2°F, the humidity is 49%, and the outdoor temp is 26.8°F. The wind direction is South Southeast between 4.0 MPH and 5.2 MPH. The Relative pressure is 30.40, the Absolute pressure is 30.19 and rising with a weather graphic indicating sun. Visibility is 10.0 miles / 16.1 Kilometers with clear and sunny skies. The UV rating is 1 out of 16, Sunrise is 6:26 A.M., Sunset is 5:18 P.M., Moonrise is 10:24 P.M., Moonset is 8:55 A.M. and the moon phase is waning gibbous. Augusta’s RAW METAR readings are: METAR KAUG

#MEwx Winter Weather Advisory in effect this morning

Winter Weather Advisory Statement as of 3:11 am EST on February 23, 2019 Winter Weather Advisory in effect from 7 am Sunday to midnight EST Sunday night. * what... snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches expected. * Where... Kennebec and interior Waldo counties. * When... from 7 am Sunday to midnight EST Sunday night. * Additional details... snow and freezing rain will cause Road conditions to be come slippery making travel more difficult. Precautionary/preparedness actions... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For a more precise forecast for your specific location... go to www.Weather.Gov/gray.  

#MEwx sunny, above freezing and Marinated Mushrooms. Yum!

Good morning Augusta This morning we have mostly sunny skies with highs in the upper 30s. Northwest winds around 10 mph. Tonight we’ll have mostly clear conditions with lows around 17°F and Light, variable winds. The readings from my weather instruments are: The Wind Chill is 28.2°F, Dew Point is 14.9°F, the humidity is 57%, and the outdoor temp is 28.2°F. The wind direction is Northeast between 0.0 MPH and 0.2 MPH. The Relative pressure is 30.12, the Absolute pressure is 29.92 and rising with a weather graphic indicating sun. Visibility is 10.0 miles / 16.1 Kilometers with clear, sunny skies. The UV rating is 1 out of 16, Sunrise is 6:28 A.M., Sunset is 5:17 P.M., Moonrise is 9:12 P.M., Moonset is 8:25 A.M. and the moon phase is waning gibbous. Augusta’s RAW METAR readings are: METAR KAUG 221053Z AUTO 31006KT 10SM CLR M03/M09 A3014 RMK AO2 SLP212 T10281089 We didn’t receive any additional snow here over the past 24 hours. This one is for everyone out t

#MEwx Snow, some rain and Fresh VEgie Lasagna

Good morning Augusta We’re still under a winter weather advisory until noon today, but you need to read it in the post preceding this one. This morning we have cloudy skies, continuing snow and a slight chance of freezing rain later this morning. Highs in the upper 30s. Light and variable winds, becoming west around 10 mph this afternoon. Tonight we’ll have mostly clear skies, then becoming partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 20s. Northwest winds around 10 mph. The readings from my weather instruments are: The Wind Chill is 23.2°F, Dew Point is 18.5°F, the humidity is 82%, and the outdoor temp is 23.2°F. The wind direction is North Northwest between 0.1 MPH and 0.2 MPH. The Relative pressure is 29.82, the Absolute pressure is 29.62 and falling with a weather graphic indicating snow/rain. Visibility is 2.0 miles / 3.0 Kilometers with overcast skies to 3,200 ft / 975 m. The UV rating is 0 out of 16, Sunrise is 6:29 A.M., Sunset is 5:16 P.M., Moonrise is 7:58 P.M

#MEwx morning update to Winter Weather Advisory

Winter Weather Advisory Statement as of 3:30 am EST on February 21, 2019 Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until noon EST today. * what... mixed precipitation. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches and ice accumulations of a light glaze. * Where... portions of south central, southwest, west central and western Maine. * When... until noon EST today. * Additional details... plan on slippery Road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the morning commute. Precautionary/preparedness actions... A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow, sleet or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Expect slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For a more precise forecast for your specific location... go to www.Weather.Gov/gray.  

#MEwx Updated afternoon Winter Weather Advisory

Winter Weather Advisory Statement as of 2:57 PM EST on February 20, 2019 Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect from 11 PM this evening to noon EST Thursday. * what... mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches and ice accumulations of a light glaze expected, mainly near the coast. * Where... portions of south central, southwest, west central and western Maine. * When... from 11 PM this evening to noon EST Thursday. * Additional details... plan on slippery Road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday morning commute. Precautionary/preparedness actions... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For a more precise forecast for your specific location... go to www.Weather.Gov/gray.  

#MEwx updated winter storm advisory for today

Winter Weather Advisory Statement as of 10:50 am EST on February 20, 2019 Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect from 11 PM this evening to noon EST Thursday. * what... mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches and ice accumulations of a light glaze expected, mainly near the coast. * Where... portions of south central, southwest, west central and western Maine. * When... from 11 PM this evening to noon EST Thursday. * Additional details... plan on slippery Road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday morning commute. Precautionary/preparedness actions... A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow, sleet or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Expect slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For a more precise forecast for your specific location... go to www.Weather.Gov/gray. Winter Weather Advisory Statement as of 10:50 am EST on February 20, 2019 Win

#MEwx cold with snow and ice moving in tonight, and a Tropical Isle salad for dinner

Good morning Augusta We’re under another winter weather advisory from 11 tonight to noon tomorrow for 3-6 inches of snow and a glaze of ice. Read the complete advisory in the post preceding this one. This morning we have mostly sunny skies with highs in the mid 20s and light and variable winds. Tonight we’ll have cloudy skies with  a chance for snow this evening, then snow after midnight. Snow accumulation of 2 to 4 inches. Lows in the lower 20s with light and variable winds. The readings from my weather instruments are: The Wind Chill is 5.9°F, Dew Point is -15.9°F, the humidity is 35%, and the outdoor temp is 5.9°F. The wind direction is Northwest between 0.1 MPH and 0.2 MPH. The Relative pressure is 30.48, the Absolute pressure is 30.28 and steady with a weather graphic indicating sun. Visibility is 10.0 miles / 16.1 Kilometers with clear skies. The UV rating is 1 out of 16, Sunrise is 6:31 A.M., Sunset is 5:14 P.M., Moonrise is 6:41 P.M., Moonset is 7:22

#MEwx Winter Weather Advisory in effect for us

Winter Weather Advisory in effect from 11 PM this evening to noon EST Thursday. * what... mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches and ice accumulations of a light glaze expected, mainly near the coast. * Where... portions of south central, southwest, west central and western Maine. * When... from 11 PM this evening to noon EST Thursday. * Additional details... plan on slippery Road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday morning commute. Precautionary/preparedness actions... A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow, sleet or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Expect slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For a more precise forecast for your specific location... go to www.Weather.Gov/gray.  

#MEwx Coled, wind chills below zero and chicken pistachio salad

Good morning Augusta This morning we have sunny skies with highs around 20°F. Northwest winds 10 to 15 mph with wind chill values as low as -8°F. Tonight we’ll have clear skies with lows around 2°F. Northwest winds around 10 mph, becoming light and variable. The readings from my weather instruments are: The Wind Chill is -3.1°F, Dew Point is -15.5°F, the humidity is 30%, and the outdoor temp is 9.7°F. The wind direction is Northeast between 8.3 MPH and 9.9 MPH. The Relative pressure is 30.30, the Absolute pressure is 30.10 and rising with a weather graphic indicating sun. Visibility is 10.0 miles / 16.1 Kilometers with clear skies for the time being. The UV rating is 1 out of 16, Sunrise is 6:33 A.M., Sunset is 5:13 P.M., Moonrise is 5:23 P.M., Moonset is 6:45 A.M. and the moon phase is a full, snow moon super moon. Augusta’s RAW METAR readings are: METAR KAUG 191153Z AUTO 30011KT 10SM CLR M13/M20 A3032 RMK AO2 SLP277 70001 T11331200 11117 21133 53033 We

#MEwx Seasonal temps with snow and a Vegie Bean soup for your diet

Good morning Augusta This morning we have cloudy skies with a 50 percent chance of snow. Highs in the mid 20s with light and variable winds, becoming north around 10 mph this afternoon. Tonight we’ll have partly cloudy skies, then clearing. Lows around 4°F above. Northwest winds around 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. Wind chill values as low as 9°F after midnight. The readings from my weather instruments are: The Wind Chill is 3.2°F, Dew Point is -5.3°F, the humidity is 40%, and the outdoor temp is 14.7°F. The wind direction is North Northeast between 7.6 MPH and 9.8 MPH. The Relative pressure is 29.89, the Absolute pressure is 29.69 and falling with a weather graphic indicating snow. Visibility is 10.0 miles / 16.1 Kilometers with scattered Clouds to 5,500 ft / 1,676 m, Mostly cloudy to 7,500 ft / 2,286 m. and overcast to 9,000 ft / 2,743 m. The UV rating is 0 out of 16, Sunrise is 6:34 A.M., Sunset is 5:12 P.M., Moonrise is 4:04 P.M., Moonset is 6:03 A.M. and

#MEwx seasonal Temps and a great low-cal meal

Good morning Augusta This morning we have mostly sunny skies with highs in the upper 20s. Light and variable winds. Tonight we’ll have partly cloudy conditions, becoming mostly cloudy. Lows around 12°F. Light and variable winds. The readings from my weather instruments are: The Wind Chill is 14°F, Dew Point is 8°F, the humidity is 73%, and the outdoor temp is 14°F. The wind direction is Northeast between 0.0 MPH and 1.3 MPH. The Relative pressure is 29.98, the Absolute pressure is 29.68 and rising with a weather graphic indicating sun. Visibility is 10.0 miles / 16.1 Kilometers with clear skies. The UV rating is 1 out of 16, Sunrise is 6:36 A.M., Sunset is 5:10 P.M., Moonrise is 2:48 P.M., Moonset is 5:13 A.M. and the moon phase is Waxing Gibbous. Augusta’s RAW METAR readings are: METAR KAUG 171153Z AUTO 29003KT 10SM CLR M10/M15 A3004 RMK AO2 SLP179 T11001150 11072 21106 51021 We didn’t receive any rain or snow here over the past 24 hours. Okay everyone

#MEwx Mild temps, sun and Blueberry Cream Pie for dessert.

Good morning Augusta This morning we have partly sunny skies with highs in the mid 30s. Light and variable winds, becoming west around 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph this afternoon. Tonight we'll have clear and cooler with lows around 13°F. Northwest winds around 10 mph, becoming light and variable. The readings from my weather instruments are: The Wind Chill is 32.9°F, Dew Point is 18.9°F, the humidity is 56%, and the outdoor temp is 32.9°F. The wind direction is West between 0.1 MPH and 0.3 MPH. The Relative pressure is 29.65, the Absolute pressure is 29.45 and rising with a weather graphic indicating sun. Visibility is 10.0 miles / 16.1 Kilometers with clear skies. The UV rating is 1 out of 16, Sunrise is 6:37 A.M., Sunset is 5:09 P.M., Moonrise is 1:39 P.M., Moonset is 4:15 A.M. and the moon phase is Waxing Gibbous. Augusta's RAW METAR readings are: METAR KAUG 161253Z AUTO 32010G18KT 10SM CLR M01/M07 A2970 RMK AO2 SLP062 T10111072 We didn'

#MEwx Special Statement

Special Statement as of 5:15 PM EST on February 15, 2019 Areas of dense fog through this evening. The combination of warmer, more moist air moving into the region has allowed for the formation of dense fog in a few areas. The dense fog may continue to develop this evening before a cold front moves in from the west and dries it up. Until then, visibilities will be changeable, with some areas dropping down to a quarter mile or less. Motorists are urged to use caution and to use low beam headlights when in dense fog. Mle  

#MEwx Sunny, slightly warmer and 2 outrageously expensive desserts for your Valentine

Good morning Augusta Happy Valentines Day to one and all. The roads should be clear enough for you to take your sweetheart out for lunch or dinner. This morning we have mostly sunny skies with highs in the lower 30s. West winds around 10 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. Tonight we’ll have mostly clear skies, then partly cloudy with a chance of snow after midnight. Lows around 17°F. Light and variable winds. The readings from my weather instruments are: The Wind Chill is 13.3°F, Dew Point is 11.7°F, the humidity is 65%, and the outdoor temp is 216°F. The wind direction is South Southwest between 5.6 MPH and 7.9 MPH. The Relative pressure is 29.68, the Absolute pressure is 29.48 and rising with a weather graphic indicating sun. Visibility is 10.0 miles / 16.1 Kilometers with The UV rating is 1 out of 16, Sunrise is 6:40 A.M., Sunset is 5:06 P.M., Moonrise is 11:48 A.M., Moonset is 2:04 A.M. and the moon phase is Waxing Gibbous. Augusta’s RAW METAR readings are: