Tuesday, May 8, 2018

Previous Forecast:

The remainder of yesterday did continue the way that was previously predicted, high temperatures with no precipitation.  Yesterday was the warmest day of the year with a high of 84°F.   Warm temperatures have picked back up this morning and currently there are warm temperatures with some humidity and cloudy skies making it feel like rain is approaching.

Current Conditions:

Temperature: 72°F          Feels Like: 72°F
Humidity: 37%
Wind Conditions: S 6 mph
Precipitation: 20%
Sky Conditions: sunny with cloudy clear skies
Visibility: 10.0 miles

      Today in Eau Claire there are warm temperatures that are expected to increase through the day.  The morning was sunny, but cloud cove is expected to come in during the day.  Clouds are expected to increase as the day continues to make way for predicted rain and thunderstorms shown in the surface map in Figure 1.  Cloud cover will limit the the temperatures Eau Claire is able to reach today and should have temperatures remain in the seventies.  By late afternoon there are some predicted showers that should enter the area.  A low pressure system will be moving through Eau Claire today bringing rainfall.

Figure 1. Surface map of the United States for today.

Tomorrow's Forecast:

I believe the weather conditions currently being experienced in Eau Claire will last for the morning.  I think that temperatures will remain in the current range of temperatures being experienced.  Rain is expected for later today.  In Figure 2 it can be seen that rain is predicted for Eau Claire in the next 24-hours as a low pressure system moves through the area.  This system is predicted to linger and bring showers into Wednesday as well.  The clouds and showers should bring temperatures back to seasonal averages in the sixties. 

Figure 2. 24-hour predicted precipitation forecast for the United States today. 

Daily National Holiday: 

Today is  National Teacher Appreciation Day!  Today is the day to celebrate the influential teachers you have had in your life past and present.  For me every teacher I have had in my life has impacted me in one way or another, positive or negative, making me the person I am today.  Thank you to all of the influential teachers I have had in my life. 

Monday, May 7, 2018

Previous Forecast:

The remainder of Saturday did continue the way that was previously predicted, with rainy thunderstorms at night.  Rain totals for the storm were 0.18 inches.  The storm was more of an electrical storm than a rain storm.  In Figure 1 a flash of lightning from the storm can be seen.  Sunday was hot with clear skies and a light breeze.  Temperatures reached the mid seventies and it was the perfect day for the Eau Claire marathon.   

Figure 1.  Lightning strike during Saturday night's storm. 

Current Conditions:

Temperature: 66°F          Feels Like: 66°F
Humidity: 40%
Wind Conditions: WSW 14 mph
Precipitation: 0%
Sky Conditions: sunny with clear skies
Visibility: 10.0 miles

      Today in Eau Claire there are warm temperatures that are expected to increase through the day.  As seen in Figure 2 there is a high pressure system to the east of Eau Claire today.  Today will be another above average temperature day with highs expected to be around eighty.  Today there will be strong warm southwest winds coming into the area. 

Figure 1. Surface map of the United States for today.

Tomorrow's Forecast:

I believe the weather conditions currently being experienced in Eau Claire will last for the rest of the day with increasing temperatures.  Clouds are predicted to enter the sky this evening.  Tuesday morning is expected to be still and sunny, but showers are predicted to arrive in Eau Claire in the late afternoon. In Figure 3 the path of the rain storms can be seen moving east across north central United States with a low pressure system.  The system should continue to advance into the area come Wednesday and bring more showers.

Figure 3. Path of thunderstorms and low pressure tracking across north central United States early this week.  

Daily National Holiday: 

Today is  National Melanoma Monday Day!  May is designated National Melanoma month and the first Monday of the month is designated to raise awareness about skin cancer.  Make sure to get any skin abnormalities checked this summer and always use sunscreen.

Saturday, May 5, 2018

Previous Forecast:

The remainder of last night did continue the way that was previously predicted, dry with no precipitation.  Warm temperatures have picked back up this morning and currently at 11am there are clear sunny skies with warm temperatures, promising for a beautiful day ahead.

Current Conditions:

Temperature: 71°F          Feels Like: 71°F
Humidity: 27%
Wind Conditions: ESE 4 mph
Precipitation: 0%
Sky Conditions: sunny with clear skies
Visibility: 10.0 miles

      Today in Eau Claire there are warm temperatures that are expected to increase through the day.  Clouds are expected to increase as the day continues to make way for predicted rain and thunderstorms shown in the surface map in Figure 1.  Temperatures before the storm are predicted to clime to the mid eighties.  Most of the day will be dry except for a few scattered showers later in the day.

Figure 1. Surface map of the United States for today.

Tomorrow's Forecast:

I believe the weather conditions currently being experienced in Eau Claire will last for the rest of the day with increasing temperatures.  Rain will be expected for later today.  In Figure 2 it can be seen that 12 hours from not there is a chance of rain and thunderstorms over Eau Claire.  This system is predicted to leave quickly and bring nice cooler weather in the sixties for Sunday.  This is perfect because Sunday is the Eau Claire marathon so runners will not have to be concerned about heat stroke, which is good.

Figure 2. 12-hour weather forecast for the United States today. 

Daily National Holiday: 

Today is  Cinco De Mayo Day!  Today is the day to celebrate the fifth of May!  Today is not just a day to eat chips, salsa, and tacos, but a day close to the people of Mexico's hearts because today celebrates the Mexican Army's struggle for victory over the French Empire in 1862.  An important day in history, with a need to be remembered. 

Friday, May 4, 2018

Previous Forecast:

Doing my blog post a little later in the day today since it was such a beautiful day outside, I had to get out to enjoy it.  The remainder of Thursday did continue the way that was previously predicted.  Warm temperatures continued for the rest of the day Thursday, and there were light rain showers in the evening..  Temperatures did reach the mid seventies and 0.03 inches of rain were received in Eau Claire.  Today was a beautiful day with temperatures nearing eighty.

Current Conditions:

Temperature: 64°F          Feels Like: 64°F
Humidity: 33%
Wind Conditions: SSE 1 mph
Precipitation: 0%
Sky Conditions: clear skies
Visibility: 10.0 miles

      Today in Eau Claire there are warm temperatures that increased through the day.  In the surface map in Figure 1 it can be seen that Eau Claire was not effected by any obscure weather conditions today, and a high pressure system lingering over Eau Claire bringing the warm temperatures experienced today.  The Southeastern wind brought in warm air to Eau Claire.  Temperatures for the day remained about ten degrees above average today.  In Figure 2 the high temperature for all of the United States for today can be seen.  It was a scorcher of a day with high temperatures recorded all across the United States today.

Figure 1. Surface map of the United States for today.

      Figure 2. High temperatures experienced across the United States today.

Tomorrow's Forecast:

I believe the weather conditions tonight will result in some decrease in temperatures to about forty degrees.  The night will remain dry.  Tomorrow should be sunny in the morning with clouds moving into the area in the afternoon with a possibility of short showers.  Highs for the day should again be in the seventies.

Daily National Holiday: 

Today is National Star Wars Day!  Today is the day to celebrate this space enterprise.  Are you an R2-D2 fan or a bigger BB-8 fan? Do you prefer the older films or the new ones?  All questions to consider today while you feel the "force".  Perhaps pop one of the movies in for a watch today t celebrate.

Thursday, May 3, 2018

Previous Forecast:

The remainder of yesterday did continue the way that was previously predicted.  Warm temperatures continued for the rest of the day and increased through the day.  Temperatures did reach the upper sixties and was slight rain recorded for the morning of 0.18 inches.  Today is expected to be warmer as it is already 65°F at 11:00 am, and some larger rain storms are expected or the afternoon.

Current Conditions:

Temperature: 65°F          Feels Like: 65°F
Humidity: 39%
Wind Conditions: SE 5 mph
Precipitation: 0%
Sky Conditions: sunny with clear skies
Visibility: 10.0 miles

      Today in Eau Claire there are warm temperatures that are expected to increase through the day.  In the surface map in Figure 1 it can be seen that Eau Claire is expected to be effected by rain and thunderstorms today.  The thunderstorms are predicted to occur later in the day today.  This spring season is between 1 to 2 inches below average for total precipitation.  This morning clear skies are present, but as the day continues clouds are predicted to enter the sky.

Figure 1. Surface map of the United States for today.

Tomorrow's Forecast:

I believe the weather conditions currently being experienced in Eau Claire will last for the rest of the day with increasing temperatures.  Rain will be experienced late this afternoon and into the night.  The system is predicted to move fully through the area overnight and have dry air early Friday.  The small system headed towards Eau Claire can be seen in Figure 2 out to the west.  There might be some light fog in the morning, but a high pressure system will be in Eau Claire for the day, which will provide some clear sunny skies.  Temperatures for tomorrow are predicted to reach the high seventies. 

Figure 2. Regional infrared satellite image of north-central United States today. 

Daily National Holiday: 

Today is National Montana Day!  Today is the day dedicated to the "Big Sky Country"!  If you have not been to Montana, I highly recommend visiting the "Treasure State".  It holds some great jewels like Glacier National Park and amazing national forests.  So if you are from Montana have some pride in your state today, as today is for you!

Wednesday, May 2, 2018

Previous Forecast:

The remainder of yesterday did continue the way that was previously predicted.  Warm temperatures continued for the rest of the day with rain showers in the evening and overnight.  Temperatures reached the upper seventies.  Yesterday's temperatures were 15°F above average and there was a total of 0.07 inches of rain. 

Current Conditions:

Temperature: 57°F          Feels Like: 57°F
Humidity: 100%
Wind Conditions: NW 5 mph
Precipitation: 0%
Sky Conditions: overcast
Visibility: 8.0 miles

      Today in Eau Claire there are warm temperatures that are expected to increase only slightly through the day.  Highs for the day are predicted to be in the sixties.  In the surface map in Figure 1 it can be seen that Eau Claire is expected to have a cold front to our south and thunderstorms to the south today.  Eau Claire should remain having cloud cover for the rest of the day.  There possibly might be light showers at night.

Figure 1. Surface map of the United States for today.

Tomorrow's Forecast:

I believe the weather conditions currently being experienced in Eau Claire will last for the rest of the day with slightly increasing temperatures and cloud cover.  Rain will be expected for this evening, and if not it is expected to come on Thursday.  In Figure 2 it can be seen that Thursday in Eau Claire is predicted to receive some rain between an half inch and a full inch.  A low pressure system to the south of Eau Claire is also predicted for tomorrow.  Friday is predicted to return back to dry weather.

Figure 2. Thursday predicted rainfall totals for the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. 

Daily National Holiday: 

Today is National Truffle Day!  Today is the day to eat a truffle to celebrate! I myself will be enjoying the soft chocolate candy truffle but if you prefer the fungus, potato truffle used in cooking I suppose you could celebrate with one of those as well.

Tuesday, May 1, 2018

Previous Forecast:

The remainder of yesterday did continue the way that was previously predicted.  The first eighty degree day of the year was reached! Yesterday recorded a high temperature of 83°F.  There was however no precipitation overnight, which was previously predicted. Today had started out very warm and humid, thunderstorms are predicted for Eau Claire today. 

Current Conditions:

Temperature: 68°F          Feels Like: 68°F
Humidity: 50%
Wind Conditions: SW 10 mph
Precipitation: 20%
Sky Conditions: overcast
Visibility: 10.0 miles

      Today in Eau Claire there are warm temperatures that are expected to increase through the day.  There are mixed clouds and overcast skies today with sunshine occasionally popping out.  Clouds should increase as the cold front from the west seen in Figure 1 moves into the area.  Today should be cooler than yesterday but temperatures in the seventies are still predicted.  Showers are predicted for today to occur in the late afternoon.  There can be seen that there is a high amount of water vapor situated over the Midwest today in Figure 2.  This moisture content has come from southern winds from the Gulf of Mexico bringing the moisture north to Wisconsin.  Over Georgia and Florida in the surface map in Figure 1 there is a high pressure system called the Bermuda High.  This high pressure has become stronger lately as there is more incoming solar radiation with summer approaching.   

Figure 1. Surface map of the United States for today.

Figure 2. Map of the water vapor content across the United States today.

Tomorrow's Forecast:

I believe the weather conditions currently being experienced in Eau Claire will last for the rest of the day with increasing temperatures.  Rain is predicted for later this afternoon and possibly into tomorrow morning as the 24-hour forecast map in Figure 3 shows.  Short lives strong thunderstorms are predicted for this evening. Wednesday and Thursday are also predicted to be impacted with rain and thunderstorms with temperatures still in the seventies. 

Figure 3. 24-hour forecast map for the United States. 

Daily National Holiday: 

Today is National May Day!  Today is the first day of May! The month of proms, graduations, and spring flowers!  In foreign countries this holiday is celebrated with festivals and traditional cultural activities like dancing, singing, and cake.  I prefer just to celebrate that it is my birthday month!! How ever you plan to celebrate May Day today, enjoy the first day of May!