LithiaWx Posted December 1, 2011 Share Posted December 1, 2011 27 this morning.. Coldest reading of the year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmersonGA Posted December 1, 2011 Share Posted December 1, 2011 25.7 this morning with a huge frost. I went to let the dog in last night at 9pm and nearly fell down the stairs. The wet deck had already turned to ice. I added up my YTD rain and I'm at 46.85" for the year. Not too bad considering I've had two month long stretches without rain. Unlike Lookout I'm weenie enough to post a snow picture from Tuesday. This was during one of the heavier snow/sleet showers in Canton. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Local Yokel Wx Posted December 1, 2011 Share Posted December 1, 2011 Cold last night. 25F. We tried to make snow on WCU's campus for their Holiday event but the dang fog kept keeping the wetbulb temp above threshold (only made a half inch across 10'x15'). O well, it was the last day of November. Now come Jan, if this problem exist then I can fret. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FoothillsNC Posted December 1, 2011 Share Posted December 1, 2011 Cold last night. 25F. We tried to make snow on WCU's campus for their Holiday event but the dang fog kept keeping the wetbulb temp above threshold (only made a half inch across 10'x15'). O well, it was the last day of November. Now come Jan, if this problem exist then I can fret. yeah I was wondering if you could do it last night. The moisture in the air was pretty thick and the temp and wetbulb was around 29 here this morning...there was some fog and definitely lots of frost. You do better with low dewpoints, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsaur Posted December 1, 2011 Share Posted December 1, 2011 25.7 this morning with a huge frost. I went to let the dog in last night at 9pm and nearly fell down the stairs. The wet deck had already turned to ice. I added up my YTD rain and I'm at 46.85" for the year. Not too bad considering I've had two month long stretches without rain. Unlike Lookout I'm weenie enough to post a snow picture from Tuesday. This was during one of the heavier snow/sleet showers in Canton. Me too! 25.7 on one, and 25.8 on the other. I've had a recent winter where I never got below 28 the whole time, so I'm already ahead of the game for this winter I like your "white rain" pic, lol. T Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NEGa Posted December 1, 2011 Share Posted December 1, 2011 I'm a day late and a dollar short but I did get to see a "mostly snow" snow shower in gainesville tuesday and even a little bit of a mix after I left the house that morning. The snow in gainesville was pretty the 5 minutes or so it lasted before a half mile down the road it went back to rain. I even took some pictures of it though I haven't took the time to upload them yet and figured I probably won't just because it seems pretty lame in comparison to all the snow I've seen the last few seasons. I figured I'd post this here since everyone has abandoned the other thread and wanted to fully show off my weenieness to everyone. Anywho, pretty cold this morning. 25.6 with a very heavy frost. Seriously looks like a dusting of snow. it was really cold here as well - and it did look like we had a dusting of snow this morning Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beanskip Posted December 1, 2011 Share Posted December 1, 2011 Got a feeling that SE ridge is going to be a thorn in our side ..... haha. While its true the Southeast might not be getting very cold anytime too soon, its still a very exciting pattern to me overall. We have good consensus on PNA pattern and there's some seriously cold air now and until further notice , up in Canada and the Arctic circle, and actually most is heading for our side of the globe the next couple of weeks. So, if you combine that, with the tendency to get strongly amped (north-south flow regimes)....then a major storm or 3 is coming ....just can't say exactly where yet. A couple things to watch for those wanting cold and/or ice in the Southeast : The Polar Vortex to slide east of Hudson's Bay. Looks like its going to eventually do just that if the models are right, but first we'll deal with it staying put and helping to carve out the Rockies and Plains trough. This will keep the rain guns aimed at Tenn. Valley /Lower Midwest to Ohio Valley where its already been super-wet this Fall. Pretty soon the PV may slide east, and either a 50/50 low develops or something similar, with strong high pressure coming down from Canada several times that slides east, our first Winter CAD event could occur when that happens. Also, in between that transition when the PV is moving around (particularly south and east), then a supressed flow could offer an overunning snow/ice/mix chance within a couple weeks, but I'm not saying that happens for sure since the models are handling the longwaves pretty badly. But boring , eh I don't see it too boring for too long anyway. There's still no shortage of extremely powerful storms and still plenty of cutoff's going on. I thought by now we'd see those things begin to go away, yet they still keep on going. Also, a pretty strong arctic outbreak could be on the doorstep, without the usual longer range notice either.... so I wouldn't fret about a "torch" winter and no snow . Odds are, that with so many storms, it'll happen for some parts of the interior Southeast at some point. And it could be a real doozy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FoothillsNC Posted December 1, 2011 Share Posted December 1, 2011 Got a feeling that SE ridge is going to be a thorn in our side ..... At times, yep. But I doubt we're looking at a boring Winter like 05, 06, 07 and 08 were around here. Too many cutoffs and too many systems going on , and one's bound to put us in the right quadrant. I think folks are looking at the ECMWF and seeing no hope..well it's only Dec. 1. Cold air will be back, gulf moisture will be pulled north, and the winter storm watches will fly. It may be a while though. I'm favoring a big one for the western and central Carolinas this season, ULL that moves just to our south loaded with moisture. Similar to 2004 or 1969. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavarreDon Posted December 1, 2011 Share Posted December 1, 2011 At times, yep. But I doubt we're looking at a boring Winter like 05, 06, 07 and 08 were around here. Too many cutoffs and too many systems going on , and one's bound to put us in the right quadrant. I think folks are looking at the ECMWF and seeing no hope..well it's only Dec. 1. Cold air will be back, gulf moisture will be pulled north, and the winter storm watches will fly. It may be a while though. I'm favoring a big one for the western and central Carolinas this season, ULL that moves just to our south loaded with moisture. Similar to 2004 or 1969. Well thats my kinda talk! Alot of people have been spoiled by the last 2 years in the SE.(myself included) Would I love to make 3 in row.....of course. All I have to do is remember those winters that Robert mentioned and how I would have been thrilled with any snow over four inches. Looking at the big picture Dec. isn't usually a snow month around here. It might not be below average temp wise but we are in a active weather pattern. We still have alot time left in this game. The models may not be to your liking but there is one thing we know for sure about the weather.....no matter what it will change Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCBlizzard Posted December 1, 2011 Share Posted December 1, 2011 At times, yep. But I doubt we're looking at a boring Winter like 05, 06, 07 and 08 were around here. Too many cutoffs and too many systems going on , and one's bound to put us in the right quadrant. I think folks are looking at the ECMWF and seeing no hope..well it's only Dec. 1. Cold air will be back, gulf moisture will be pulled north, and the winter storm watches will fly. It may be a while though. I'm favoring a big one for the western and central Carolinas this season, ULL that moves just to our south loaded with moisture. Similar to 2004 or 1969. I like that statement! Even a repeat of March 09 would be awesome with colder temps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Met1985 Posted December 1, 2011 Share Posted December 1, 2011 Well thats my kinda talk! Alot of people have been spoiled by the last 2 years in the SE.(myself included) Would I love to make 3 in row.....of course. All I have to do is remember those winters that Robert mentioned and how I would have been thrilled with any snow over four inches. Looking at the big picture Dec. isn't usually a snow month around here. It might not be below average temp wise but we are in a active weather pattern. We still have alot time left in this game. The models may not be to your liking but there is one thing we know for sure about the weather.....no matter what it will change I like it Don! The weather always changes especially in the mountains! You just never do no whats coming down the pike! I agree i have been spoiled the last two years and getting a little aggitated at the long range looking so warm but i am sure we will get cold time from time and maybe some snow chances this month. Last year we really did not get a big snow until Christmas. Well just wanted to say great attitude Don! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavarreDon Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 I like it Don! The weather always changes especially in the mountains! You just never do no whats coming down the pike! I agree i have been spoiled the last two years and getting a little aggitated at the long range looking so warm but i am sure we will get cold time from time and maybe some snow chances this month. Last year we really did not get a big snow until Christmas. Well just wanted to say great attitude Don! Thanks 85 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solak Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 I'm thinking we're going to drop below our predicted 30° tonight. It's already down to 34°. Of course, I do live in one of those caveat areas of 'normally colder locations' just by the lay of the land out this way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwagner88 Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 Big time flooding concerns for areas to my NW this weekend. Probably moving towards the East TN valley by early next week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FoothillsNC Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 Big time flooding concerns for areas to my NW this weekend. Probably moving towards the East TN valley by early next week. Yeah, from northeast TX straight up to Wva and Ohio , pretty much the Tenn Valley and lower Midwest look to be right on track for another big rain. The ECMWF even cutoff another low, which would be another huge rain event, esp. western parts of Tn/Ky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
POWERSTROKE Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 Yeah, from northeast TX straight up to Wva and Ohio , pretty much the Tenn Valley and lower Midwest look to be right on track for another big rain. The ECMWF even cutoff another low, which would be another huge rain event, esp. western parts of Tn/Ky. ok Robert I picked up another truck today and installed our 7th plow. I need some snow or ice to pay for the equipment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FoothillsNC Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 ok Robert I picked up another truck today and installed our 7th plow. I need some snow or ice to pay for the equipment. I'm sure you'll get to put it to use eventually. If you got paid for dry runs, you'd make a killing in this county. Every storm I see this http://www.youtube.com/user/ShelbyWeather?feature=mhee#p/u/13/JGcg6M22H1A Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beanskip Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 0z GFS has some panels worth looking at for the first time I can remember -- bit of a CAD-ish setup late in the run. It's a start! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsaur Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 Well, I'm at 34 on one and 31 on another. If it had rained an inch last night (25.7), or tonight, I'd be digging out. I don't see what the fuss is, as long as it came in at night.... and, yeah, it'd melt fast tomorrow, but it is cold enough. Just need precip. and timing, as is ever the case T Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solak Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 Brrrr Smithfield, Johnston County Airport Lat: 35.54 Lon: -78.39 Elev: 164 Last Update on Dec 2, 6:35 am EST Fair 25 °F (-4 °C) Humidity: 93 % Wind Speed: Calm Barometer: 30.40" Dewpoint: 23 °F (-5 °C) Visibility: 10.00 mi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WeatherNC Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 Pitt-Greenville Airport Lat: 35.63 Lon: -77.4 Elev: 26 Last Update on Dec 2, 7:15 am EST Freezing Fog 27 °F (-3 °C) Little bit of fog during the overnight, help put a nice crust on the car, and about everything else Guidance has looked horrible over the past couple days regarding any potential cold/stormy pattern. 0z EC ens mean @ 168 attempts a step forward, but by 240, takes 2 steps back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Local Yokel Wx Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 Another cold one this morning: 21.2 Looking fwd to hitting the slopes tomorrow morning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCSNOW Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 24 this morning. Like the new changes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FallsLake Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 The GFS long range definitly does not look very cold but it also does not look very warm (no torch). The way I see it is, as long as we're in a crappy pattern it's a great victory to end up with normal temps. **down to 24 at my house this morning Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timnc87 Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 I've been hearing of an indian summer we are suppose to be in right now. This is uppose to be where it is mild for the most part with some cold snaps in between and when the pattern does changes its suppose to be cold. This is the first I've heard of this could a pro or met give more insight on the topic . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FoothillsNC Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 pretty big differences between GFS and ECMWF . GFS is closer to average on temps and no huge southeast ridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lookout Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 Another snow like frost this morning. There was even some frost on lower parts of the trees which was pretty cool looking. Low was 27. I know the long range looks sucky but I just hope we at least get one good/classical CAD event this year and I'll be happy. I've been in CAD withdrawal for a long time now and I need my fix LOL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cold Rain Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 The GFS long range definitly does not look very cold but it also does not look very warm (no torch). The way I see it is, as long as we're in a crappy pattern it's a great victory to end up with normal temps. **down to 24 at my house this morning Agree 100%. Yep, it definitely does not look nearly as warm as it did the last couple of days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotoWeatherman Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 Chilly 25.6 here in Dahlonega. I love these kinds of frost because they coat the trees too which looks really cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burkecountync Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 My general thoughts on the upcoming pattern: http://northcarolinafoothillsweather.blogspot.com/2011/12/december-to-be-fairly-mild-winter-tries.html I think winter tries to come back in middle to late December. Let's see if I'm right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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