Friday, November 19, 2010

19 November 2010 - Conditions at 6:40 AM: 2.4C, Overcast, Wind: W 10 km/h

It was cool with periods of sun and clouds here yesterday.The high was near 10C but the gusty winds made it feel cooler.Evening temps were in the single digits.

We may see a few showers today and it appears that the cool temps are going to be with us for awhile.Flurries are possible tomorrow.

The forecast for our area issued by Environment Canada :

(Normals: Max 6C / Min -1C)

Today

A mix of sun and cloud. 30 percent chance of showers this morning and early this afternoon. Wind northwest 30 km/h gusting to 50. Temperature steady near plus 4.

Tonight

A few clouds. Wind northwest 30 km/h gusting to 50 becoming light overnight. Low minus 4.

Saturday

Increasing cloudiness then flurries changing to rain showers near noon. Clearing late in the evening. Rainfall amount 2 to 4 mm. Wind becoming west 30 km/h gusting to 50 in the afternoon. High 6.

Sunday

Sunny. Low minus 4. High zero.

Today’s Weather Trivia:

19 November 1862:1862: For at least 2 straight weeks, residents of New Westminster, BC, suffered several consecutive hours of dense mist and fog, which enveloped everything in its clammy folds and struck a damp chill. Thick fog in Victoria caused ships to wait outside at anchor. – Excerpt from 'The Canadian Weather Trivia Calendar' by David Phillips. © Environment Canada

Sky Events:

ISS visible sightings:

No visible sightings until Friday, November 26, 2010


  • The Moon sails high across the sky tonight, illuminating the night with its icy glow. It is Earth's only natural-born satellite. Our planet may sometimes capture a passing asteroid for a few months or years, creating a temporary satellite.

AURORA (‘Northern Lights’) WATCH: Auroral activity will be quiet.


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