like Cyclone got a much needed 3/4 of a inch yesterday. Have had very dense fog since about 8 pm last night. Can definitely tell we are slowly turning theh page to fall
Interesting read. I know you're planning on more detailed monthly thoughts next month but what are your initial expectations? Do you think we will have a more front loaded winter in terms of cold/snow in the GL/OV?
Weaker stratospheric polar vortex means that there is a greater chance at polar intrusions into the mid latitudes since the polar night jet won't be as strong. There will be more of a negative Arctic Oscillation.
2nd year Nina climo would favor colder and wetter than last year but last year didn't really follow 1st year Nina climo rules.
Initial model trends do lean toward a weaker than average Stratospheric Polar vortex.
This is actually a very favorable look for Atlantic Hurricanes. Upward motion over Africa and the Indian ocean is highly correlated with the most active seasons.