Warmth Likely Ahead, But Not Like July…
My friend asked me the other day, after looking at a cooler forecast with 70s and 80s, if summer was gone. ”Summer gone?” I jokingly responded, “not until September 22.” September 22nd is the day...
View ArticleExploring Deep Space
I have always been facinated with outer space. When I was a kid, I read countless articles and books on our moon, the planets, and the universe. At one point, I considered being an astronomer, but my...
View Article2012 Warmest On Record So Far…
It is not a complete surprise when I tell you this year has been incredibly warm in western Wisconsin. In January, we experienced highs in the 50s, 80s were recorded in March, and July was just plain...
View ArticleIt Can Rain Anytime Now…
Figure 1 --- Drought report from 9/25/12, courtesy of NOAA and partners The recent frosts and freezes signaled the end of the growing season in Wisconsin, but for many around the state, the end was...
View Article$$$: 2012 Drought Among Nation’s ‘Worst Natural Disasters’
Droughts are nothing new to Wisconsin and the United States. In fact, nearly every year, at least one portion of the country experiences drought, whether it is moderate, severe, or extreme. Droughts...
View ArticleAre You an “Expert” Winter Driver?
Residents of the Chippewa Valley woke up to a different sight on Election Day morning, November 6th. What was brown the night before quickly turned white, wet, and cool. A large band of rain moved...
View ArticleFast Fact: “Arrow Up, Arrow Down” Quite Reliable
On several occasions with my dad or my father-in-law, whether it’s talk about fishing or hunting, the topic of air pressure comes up. The common question is “which way in the arrow pointing; up or...
View ArticleSome Thoughts to Help Avoid the Winter Blues…
Daylight gained in Eau Claire, WI since Dec. 21st The weather forecast is something I always try to be optimistic about. Sure, there are some days, usually when severe weather threatens, that I have...
View Article’12-’13 Winter 12th Snowiest, Warmer Than Average..
2012-2013 Winter Snowfall Totals for Eau Claire, WI Technically, spring does not arrive until the morning of March 20th. That’s the day when the sun will cross over the equator, from the southern...
View ArticleWhat Do Sunscreen and a Toothbrush Have in Common?
On a hot summer day, especially when the strong sun is beaming down on the landscape, wearing sunscreen should be a no-brainer. If applied properly and often, a quality sunscreen will help prevent...
View ArticleFirst Half of 2013 One of Wettest On Record…
If you’ve been keeping track of the weather, you know without thinking twice that the last several months have been wetter than average. In fact, as we begin the second half of 2013, we have already...
View ArticleExtending the Forecast: August 20th Through Labor Day
Most will agree the weather this month has been perfect – highs in the 70s and 80s, and lows in the 50s. It’s a contrast from August 2012, when temperatures occasionally reached the 90s. While many...
View ArticleExploring Deep Space
I have always been fascinated with outer space. When I was a kid, I read countless articles and books on our moon, the planets, and the universe. At one point, I considered being an astronomer, but...
View ArticleSalt vs. Bitter-cold…
As you know, salt is a life saver during the snowy months. For most of us, the reason is self-explanatory: it helps clear up the ice, making way for safer travel by vehicle or by foot. But salt...
View ArticleFive Easy Ideas That Could Save You Hundreds This Winter
As the winter season nears and temperatures get colder, furnaces are working around the clock to keep the shivers away. Unfortunately, each time the unit kicks in, the utility bill goes up just a...
View ArticleA “Normal” Winter in Wisconsin
It’s often said nothing is certain in life but death and taxes, well for us in Western Wisconsin, I’d like to add snow to that statement. The topic of this Beyond The Forecast post is just that, snow!...
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