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#MEwx Wind, rain and fog with Cookies and Cream Pioe

RE: last night's "presidential debate:" "I learned long ago, never to wrestle with a pig.  You get dirty, and besides, the pig likes it."  George Bernard Shaw Good Morning Augusta We're under a wind advisory until noon today so be careful. This morning we have rain, showers likely this afternoon. Areas of fog this morning, then patchy fog this afternoon. Rain may be heavy during morning hours. Highs around 70 °F. South winds 15 to 25 mph gusting to 50 mph, becoming southwest 15 to 20 mph gusting to 35 mph this afternoon. Tonight we'll have mostly clear conditions with less humidity and lows around 50 °F. Winds will be southwest around 10 mph. The readings from my weather instruments are:  Our outdoor temperature is 74.8°F, the Humidity is 99%, the Dew Point is 74.7°F with a wind chill of  74.8°F. The wind direction is Southwest between 4.5 MPH and 7.9 MPH. The Relative pressure is 29.40, the Absolute pressure

#MEwx Wind Advisory in effect

National Weather Service Gray ME 3:04 PM EDT Tue Sep 29 2020 WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO NOON EDT WEDNESDAY. * WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of southern New Hampshire and south central and southwest Maine. * WHEN...From 6 AM to noon EDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will increase from south to north very early Wednesday morning. The strongest wind gusts look to occur in a fairly short 3 to 4 hour window just ahead of the cold front, and will end quickly from south to north during mid morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && Legro  

#MEwx Mild 'n muggy temps with pumpkin pecan crumble pie

Good Morning Augusta This morning we have areas of dense fog until 9 A.M. and cloudy with a 50 percent chance for showers. Highs around 70. South winds around 10 mph°f. Tonight we'll have mostly cloudy conditions with a 50 percent chance for rain showers. Patchy fog after midnight. Lows in the lower 60s, winds are south around 10 mph during evening hours, becoming light and variable. The readings from my weather instruments are:  Our outdoor temperature is 65.8°F, the Humidity is 97%, the Dew Point is 65.7°F with a wind chill of  65.8°F. The wind direction is Northwest between 0.0 MPH and 0.1 MPH. The Relative pressure is 29.92, the Absolute pressure is 29.72 and steady with a weather graphic indicating clouds and rain. If you want to see real-time instrument readings from my personal weather station click Here . That will take you directly to my weather station. Visibility is lousy outside, it's rainy, overcast and foggy, said fog suppo

#MEwx Warm, foggy this morning, and Pump0kin/squash pie

Good Morning Augusta This morning we have cloudy skies becoming partly sunny. Areas of fog this morning. Highs in the lower 70s with south winds around 10 mph. Tonight we'll have mostly cloudy conditions with a chance of showers after midnight and areas of fog after midnight. Lows in the lower 60s with south winds around 10 mph during evening hours, becoming light and variable. The readings from my weather instruments are:  Our outdoor temperature is 61.3°F, the Humidity is 98%, the Dew Point is 60.8°F with a wind chill of  61.3°F. The wind direction is Northwest between 0.0 MPH and 0.1 MPH. The Relative pressure is 29.95, the Absolute pressure is 29.75 and falling with a weather graphic indicating clouds and rain. If you want to see real-time instrument readings from my personal weather station click Here . That will take you directly to my weather station. Visibility is 1 quarter mile or less because it's foggy out there again this morn

#MEwx Warm, morning fog and Merry Berry Pie for dessert

Good Morning Augusta This morning we have areas of dense fog with partly sunny skies. Can be Visibility one quarter mile or less at times while the fog lasts. Highs will be in the mid 70s with light and variable winds, becoming south around 10 mph gusting to 20 mph this afternoon. Tonight we'll have partly cloudy conditions during evening hours, then becoming mostly cloudy. We'll have patchy fog after midnight. Lows will be in the upper 50s with south winds around 10 mph during evening hours, becoming light and variable. The readings from my weather instruments are:  Our outdoor temperature is 54.5°F, the Humidity is 97%, the Dew Point is 53.8°F with a wind chill of  54.5°F. The wind direction is North Northwest between 0.0 MPH and 0.1 MPH. The Relative pressure is 30.07, the Absolute pressure is 29.87 and rising with a weather graphic indicating sun and clouds. If you want to see real-time instrument readings from my personal weather station

#MEwx Warm and partly sunny with Apple Cranberry Cobbler

Good Morning Augusta This morning we have partly sunny skies with highs around 70°F. Winds are light and variable, becoming south around 10 mph this afternoon. Tonight we'll have partly cloudy conditions with lows around 50°F. Winds will be light and variable. The readings from my weather instruments are:  Our outdoor temperature is 53.1°F, the Humidity is 70%, the Dew Point is 43.5°F with a wind chill of  53.1°F. The wind direction is Northwest between 1.1 MPH and 2.5 MPH. The Relative pressure is 30.06, the Absolute pressure is 29.86 and rising with a weather graphic indicating sun and clouds. If you want to see real-time instrument readings from my personal weather station click Here . That will take you directly to my weather station. Visibility is 10.0 miles / 16.1 kilometers  with partly cloudy skies again. The UV rating is  1 out of 16, The moon is 64.9% illuminated, the moon phase is waxing gibbous, Sunrise is 6:30 am↑ 91° East, Sun

#MEwx Warm and sunny with Peach Crumb Pie

Good Morning Augusta This morning we have partly sunny skies with highs in the mid 70s. Light Winds are light and variable, becoming west around 10 mph this afternoon. Tonight we'll have partly cloudy conditions with lows in the lower 50s. Winds will be light and variable. The readings from my weather instruments are:  Our outdoor temperature is 57.4°F, the Humidity is 90%, the Dew Point is 51.3°F with a wind chill of  57.4°F. The wind direction is Northwest between 0.0 MPH and 0.3 MPH. The Relative pressure is 29.78, the Absolute pressure is 29.58 and rising with a weather graphic indicating sun and clouds. If you want to see real-time instrument readings from my personal weather station click Here . That will take you directly to my weather station. Visibility is 10.0 miles / 16.1 kilometers  with partly cloudy skies and some sun. The UV rating is  1 out of 16, The moon is 54.4% illuminated, the moon phase is waxing gibbous, Sunrise is 6:

#MEwx Elivated Fire Danger this afternoon

National Weather Service Gray ME 11:23 AM EDT Wed Sep 23 2020 Elevated Fire Weather Danger Predicted This Afternoon. A very dry air mass and breezy conditions will combine with dead and dry fuels such as grass, leaves and twigs to create the potential for uncontrolled fire spread across southwestern Maine today. This afternoon, relative humidity values will decrease to low levels between 35 and 45 percent. At the same time Northwest winds between 10 and 20 mph with frequent gusts to 25 mph will continue to dry fuels and increase fire spread potential. Wind gusts are expected to diminish late today with increasing relative humidity values. Extra caution should be taken to prevent wildfires. Always consult with local fire officials before engaging in any open burning activities and comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Never leave an open fire unattended and always extinguish campfires completely before leaving. Tubbs  

#MEwx warmer, sun/clouds and Skillet Brownies

Good Morning Augusta This morning we have partly sunny skies with highs in the lower 70s. Winds are northwest 10 to 15 mph gusting to  30 mph this afternoon. Tonight we'll have mostly clear conditions with lows in the lower 50s. Winds will be northwest 10 to 15 mph during evening hours, becoming light and variable. The readings from my weather instruments are:  Our outdoor temperature is 57.4°F, the Humidity is 62%, the Dew Point is 44.4°F with a wind chill of  57.4°F. The wind direction is Northwest between 0.0 MPH and 0.3 MPH. The Relative pressure is 29.55, the Absolute pressure is 29.35 and steady with a weather graphic indicating sun and clouds. If you want to see real-time instrument readings from my personal weather station click Here . That will take you directly to my weather station. Visibility is 10.0 miles / 16.1 kilometers  with partly cloudy skies and some sun. The UV rating is  1 out of 16, The moon is 43.6% illuminated, the

#MEwx Cool, clouds and Skillet Apple Pie

Good Morning Augusta This morning we have areas of frost with partly sunny skies. Highs will rise to the mid 60s with north winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. Tonight we'll have mostly cloudy skies, not as cold with lows around 50°F. Winds will be north 10 to 15 mph gusting to 30 mph. The readings from my weather instruments are:  Our outdoor temperature is 37.6°F, the Humidity is 91%, the Dew Point is 35.2°F with a wind chill of . 37.6°F. The wind direction is Northwest between 0.0 MPH and 0.3 MPH. The Relative pressure is 30.14, the Absolute pressure is 29.94 and falling with a weather graphic indicating clouds/rain. If you want to see real-time instrument readings from my personal weather station click Here . That will take you directly to my weather station. Visibility is 10.0 miles / 16.1 kilometers  with cloudy skies and some sun here and there. The UV rating is  1 out of 16, The moon is 32.6% illuminated, the moon phase is W

#MEwx Cold, sunny and Pears and Honey Crisp for dessert

Good Morning Augusta This morning we have a freeze warning in effect until 9 A.M., with areas of frost. It's sunny with highs in the lower 60s with light and variable winds. Tonight we'll have clear skies with lows in the mid 30s. Winds will be light and variable. The readings from my weather instruments are:  Our outdoor temperature is 32.7°F, the Humidity is 98% and the Dew Point is 32.2°F. The wind direction is Northwest between 0.0 MPH and 0.3 MPH. The Relative pressure is 30.57, the Absolute pressure is 30.37 and steady with a weather graphic indicating sun. If you want to see real-time instrument readings from my personal weather station click Here . That will take you directly to my weather station. Visibility is 10.0 miles / 16.1 kilometers  with sunny and cold skies. The UV rating is  1 out of 16, The moon is 22.2% illuminated, the moon phase is Waxing Crescent, Sunrise is 6:25 am↑ 89° East, Sunset is 6:37 pm↑ 271° West, Moonr

#MEwx Freeze Warning in effect

3:17 PM EDT Sun Sep 20 2020 FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 9 AM EDT MONDAY. * WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures in the upper 20s to lower 30s. * WHERE...Kennebec, Interior Waldo, Sagadahoc, Lincoln, Knox and Coastal Waldo Counties. * WHEN...From 2 AM to 9 AM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above- ground pipes to protect them from freezing &&  

#MEwx cool, sunny and Apple Crusty for dessert

Good Morning Augusta This morning we have sunny skies with highs around 60°F. Winds are northwest. Tonight we'll have clear conditions  with a chance of frost in sheltered locations after midnight. Lows will drop to the mid 30s with light and variable winds. The readings from my weather instruments are:  Our outdoor temperature is °F, the Humidity is % and the Dew Point is °F. The wind direction is Northwest between 0.0 MPH and 0.3 MPH. The Relative pressure is 30.46, the Absolute pressure is 30.26 and steady with a weather graphic indicating sun. If you want to see real-time instrument readings from my personal weather station click Here . That will take you directly to my weather station. Visibility is 10.0 miles / 16.1 kilometers  with sunny and cool skies. The UV rating is  1 out of 16, The moon is 13.6% illuminated, the moon phase is Waxing Crescent, Sunrise is 6:24 am↑ 88° East, Sunset is 6:39 pm↑ 272° West, Moonrise is 10:12 am↑ 10

#MEwx Freeze Warning in effect

National Weather Service Gray ME 3:02 PM EDT Sat Sep 19 2020 FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 9 AM EDT SUNDAY. * WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures in the mid 20s to lower 30s. * WHERE...Portions of central, northern and southern New Hampshire and south central, southwest and western Maine. * WHEN...From 2 AM to 9 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above- ground pipes to protect them from freezing &&  

#MEwx Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Gray ME 8:55 AM EDT Sat Sep 19 2020 ...Elevated Fire Weather Danger Predicted Today... A very dry air mass and breezy conditions will combine with dead and dry fuels such as grass, leaves and twigs to create the potential for uncontrolled fire spread across western Maine and New Hampshire. This afternoon, relative humidity values will decrease to low levels between 20 and 30 percent. At the same time northwest winds around 10 mph with gusts approaching 20 mph will continue to dry fuels and increase fire spread potential. Wind gusts are expected to diminish later this evening with increasing relative humidity values. Extra caution should be taken to prevent wildfires. Always consult with local fire officials before engaging in any open burning activities and comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Never leave an open fire unattended and always extinguish campfires completely bef

#MEwx Cooler, sunny and Apple Pie Slices for dessert

Good Morning Augusta This morning we have sunny skies with highs around 60°F. Winds are Northeast around 10 mph. Tonight we'll have clear and cold temps with  a chance for frost in sheltered locations after midnight. Lows will drop to the mid 30s with light and variable winds. The readings from my weather instruments are: Our outdoor temperature is 48.9°F, the Humidity is 56% and the Dew Point is 34.0°F. The wind direction is North Northeast between 2.7 MPH and 9.8 MPH. The Relative pressure is 30.21, the Absolute pressure is 30.01 and rising with a weather graphic indicating clouds and sun later. If you want to see real-time instrument readings from my personal weather station click Here . That will take you directly to my weather station. Visibility is 10.0 miles / 16.1 kilometers  with bright and sunny skies. The UV rating is  1 out of 16, The moon is 6.5% illuminated, the moon phase is Waxing Crescent, Sunrise is 6:23 am↑ 87° East, Sunse

#MEwx Cloudy, sun later and a Chocolate-Expresso Slab Pie

Good Morning Augusta This morning we have mostly cloudy skies, clearing later with highs in the lower 60s. Winds are Northeast around 10 mph gusting to 20 mph. Tonight we'll have clear skies with lows in the upper 30s. Winds will be North around 10 mph. The readings from my weather instruments are: Our outdoor temperature is 49.3°F, the Humidity is 52% and the Dew Point is 32.4°F. The wind direction is East Northeast between 7.2 MPH and 9.8 MPH. The Relative pressure is 30.01, the Absolute pressure is 29.80 and rising with a weather graphic indicating clouds and sun later. If you want to see real-time instrument readings from my personal weather station click Here . That will take you directly to my weather station. Visibility is 10.0 miles / 16.1 kilometers  with a very overcast and gloomy sky. The UV rating is  0 out of 16, The moon is 1.8% illuminated, the moon phase is Waxing Crescent, Sunrise is 6:22 am↑ 87° East, Sunset is 6:43 pm↑ 273