Sparky Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 The Tidal Basin trees are going to be later than predicted peak it would seem. I have some of the same type near me that are maybe a day or two from opening up a bit. The early ones have been in bloom for like 4 weeks now. I didn't know there were earlier ones than the Yoshino. Do you know what they are called? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 I didn't know there were earlier ones than the Yoshino. Do you know what they are called? not sure what the types are unfortunately. there are probably at least two types that bloom before the yoshino (think that's the main one on the tidal basin). one blooms periodically in winter when it's warm at least partially. here's one when it snowed: guessing it's one of these.. might try to look closer to see if i can tell Kanzakura Average blooming period in Tokyo: late February to mid March The Kanzakura is among the first cherry trees to bloom. It is encountered only in relatively small numbers in some city parks where they surprise and delight visitors with their early blooming schedule. Kawazuzakura Average blooming period in Tokyo: mid March Named after Kawazu Town on the Izu Peninsula, where the tree variety was originally cultivated, the Kawazuzakura is among the earliest flowering cherry trees. Large numbers of them bloom during the cherry blossom festival in Kawazu which is held annually in late February and early March. The tree is less common in other parts of Japan. Kanhizakura Average blooming period in Tokyo: mid to late March This tree with its dark pink, bell shaped flowers is native to Taiwan and Okinawa where it blooms as early as January and February. In the parks of Tokyo it is not usually in bloom until mid March, but still among the earliest blooming varieties. http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2011_species.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparky Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 ^^^ Great pic, Ian! And good info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WxUSAF Posted April 2, 2013 Author Share Posted April 2, 2013 Prob 70+ Tue and mid 70s+ Wed. 80 bullseye on Wed around WinterWxLuvr at 18z. GFS looks substantially cooler, and with the high offshore and east winds over us, certainly a possibility of a marine layer being in play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 GFS looks substantially cooler, and with the high offshore and east winds over us, certainly a possibility of a marine layer being in play. Screw the GFS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
das Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 GFS looks substantially cooler, and with the high offshore and east winds over us, certainly a possibility of a marine layer being in play. Good. Any day below 70F is a good day in my book. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 meh 12z euro bailed bigtime on next week's warmth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WxUSAF Posted April 2, 2013 Author Share Posted April 2, 2013 Screw the GFS. meh 12z euro bailed bigtime on next week's warmth Impossible. GFS is never right. Just ask DT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WEATHER53 Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 Gonna be after the 15th until we can really get out of this pattern. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdhokie Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 One thing we really do well is wind. Lots and lots of wind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 Impossible. GFS is never right. Just ask DT. eh, we only lost like 20 degrees each day. still looks like at least a brief warmup as the low closes in.. who knows. could go either way i guess. suppose the backdoor idea is perhaps a better one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clueless Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 Like how cold did the Euro look? Like 50s and wind for the next ten days? Cause that will really suck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowfan Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 Despite the wind and cool temps, that march sun feels great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WinterWxLuvr Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 meh 12z euro bailed bigtime on next week's warmth Schooled again by the GFS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WinterWxLuvr Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 Despite the wind and cool temps, that march sun feels great. Noticed that as well. Even the mid 40's feels warm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 Despite the wind and cool temps, that march sun feels great. march 33? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WinterWxLuvr Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 march 33? Here's to a 10 day severe season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WinterWxLuvr Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 march 33? Ha, I just noticed what you did there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MN Transplant Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 One thing we really do well is wind. Lots and lots of wind. Regionally, we are about the least windy spot in the entire country. 1992 redux please...starting in March we ripped off 10 straight minus months (based on 81-2010 norms) with an average departure of -2.1 we just need a massive volcano to erupt Co-sign. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MN Transplant Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 Though 1/4 of the year, the Mid-Atlantic is representing in the monthly temp contest. Rodney #1, Midlo #2, and myself in 6th. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WinterWxLuvr Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 1992 redux please...starting in March we ripped off 10 straight minus months (based on 81-2010 norms) with an average departure of -2.1 we just need a massive volcano to erupt Unsure of DC, but Winchester now 5 of last 7 months below normal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disc Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 Though 1/4 of the year, the Mid-Atlantic is representing in the monthly temp contest. Rodney #1, Midlo #2, and myself in 6th. Don't forget wxdude64. He's right up there at #3. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 At least in 3 weeks a -10 will be 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nj2va Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 18z GFS is in the 70s on Monday. On Tuesday, mid-70s bullseye just to the west of DC (Winchester/WV panhandle). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WinterWxLuvr Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 Mar - below Feb - below Jan - above Dec - above Nov - below Oct - above Sep - above We were only slightly below in Sept/Oct. I imagine DC was only slightly above? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThePhotoGuy Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA-WASHINGTON-FREDERICK MD-CARROLL-NORTHERN BALTIMORE-HARFORD-MONTGOMERY-HOWARD-SOUTHERN BALTIMORE-PRINCE GEORGES-ANNE ARUNDEL-CHARLES-ST. MARYS-CALVERT-CENTRAL AND EASTERN ALLEGANY-SHENANDOAH-FREDERICK VA-PAGE-WARREN-CLARKE-RAPPAHANNOCK-LOUDOUN-CULPEPER-PRINCE WILLIAM/MANASSAS/MANASSAS PARK-FAIRFAX-ARLINGTON/FALLS CHURCH/ALEXANDRIA-STAFFORD-KING GEORGE-NORTHERN FAUQUIER-SOUTHERN FAUQUIER-HAMPSHIRE-MORGAN-BERKELEY-JEFFERSON-HARDY-EASTERN GRANT-EASTERN MINERAL-332 PM EDT TUE APR 2 2013...FIRE WEATHER WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGHWEDNESDAY EVENING FOR PORTIONS OF MARYLAND...EASTERN WESTVIRGINIA...AND NORTHERN VIRGINIA.THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN STERLING VIRGINIA HAS ISSUED AFIRE WEATHER WATCH WHICH IS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNINGTHROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING.* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...LESS THAN 25 PERCENT.* WINDS...POTENTIAL FOR NORTHWEST 15 TO 20 MPH WITH GUSTS UP TO 30 MPH.* FUEL MOISTURE...LESS THAN 10 PERCENT.PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...A FIRE WEATHER WATCH MEANS THAT CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONSMAY OCCUR. LISTEN FOR LATER FORECASTS AND POSSIBLE RED FLAGWARNINGS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H2O Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 It is way too cold this morning Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowfan Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 NWS point and click shows my first 70 of the year on Tuesday and lows only in the mid-upper 40s. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clueless Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 Nippy. Someone should start 1st day we achieve 80 degree contest - or something like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattie g Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 It almost feels warmer at around 8 in the morning than it does at 5 in the afternoon because of the stupid wind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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