The following are the latest, unique updates that have occurred on this web site. I am also utilizing this page for unique
climate information and any latest news regarding my health.
| September 03 2010 |
North Conway records second heat wave this summer
Temperatures soared into the upper 80s and lower 90s for several days during the end of August and beginning of September. August 29 and 30 recorded
maximum temperatures of 90.3° F and 89.1° F. August 31 marked the beginning of an official heat wave when temperatures surpassed 90 degrees for three
consecutive days. During this period, temperatures reached 91.3° F on August 31, 93.0° F on September 1, and 93.9° on September 2. This period
of late summer warmth marked the second heat wave this year. The last time North Conway recorded two heat waves during a calendar year was during June and July 2003.
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| August 5 2010 |
Summertime heat dominates July
It was only one year ago that residents of North Conway witnessed the wettest and fourth coldest July on record. Mother Nature certainly made up for
such bleak honors during July 2010. Hazy, hot, and humid conditions were the rule for much of this month. The Valley's
first heat wave in four years occured when temperatures soared into the 90s from July 5 to 7. During the heat wave, the morning low temperature of 71.8° F on July 6 was the warmest
minimum temperature in over a decade. Overall, 21 days recorded maximum temperatures above 80° F.
Regarding rainfall, showers and thunderstorms produced local amounts of over three inches for the month, which was ultimately below normal.
Click here for a climate summary for July 2010, which includes detailed information
regarding July's daily temperatures, as well as the month's daily cloud cover, wind, and rainfall amounts.
This update is located in Daily Statistics.
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| July 7 2010 |
Bermuda High Produces First Heat Wave In 4 Years
A strong high pressure system helped to produce hazy, hot, and humid conditions before and after Independence Day.
Temperatures soared into the upper 80s on July 3 and 4, 2010, but it wasn't until July 5 that North Conway witnessed
the first of three consecutive days above 90 degrees.
July 5, 6, and 7 locally recorded daily maximum temperatures of 94.2° F, 94.7° F, and 91.1° F, respectively.
This stretch of hot weather became North Conway's first heat wave since July 16-18, 2006.
None of the temperatures during the heat wave were record highs, but the heat index peaked into the upper 90s and low 100s during the period.
Related Links: Live Conditions | Climate Database
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| July 5 2010 |
June Breaks Trend of Above Normal Temps
June 2010 was a relatively quiet period in the Mount Washington Valley. It was the first month since December 2009 to record a monthly mean temperature that averaged
below normal. Regarding precipitation, the rainfall total averaged above normal due in part to two days of heavy rain on June 06 and June 28.
Click here for a detailed climate summary for June 2010, which includes detailed information
regarding June's daily temperatures, as well as the month's daily cloud cover, wind, and rainfall amounts.
This update is located in Daily Statistics.
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| June 2 2010 |
Warmest May in 12 Years
May 2010 recorded an average temperature of 57.9° (+2.6°). This was the fifth consecutive month that recorded above normal temperatures. The warm readings
throughout May were due in part to two stretches of very warm temperatures. On May 9, a brief period of cold air, along with precipitation, aided to produce a
trace amount of snow. The last time a trace amount of snow occured in May was during 2004. Regarding rain, dry conditions persisted throughout
much of the month in northern New England and Canada. Due to this, residents witnessed periods of smoke and hazy conditions from wildfires burning in Quebec throughout Memorial weekend.
Click here for a detailed climate summary for May 2010.
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| May 9 2010 |
Review: The Winter of 2009-10
The winter season of 2009-10 failed to produce a lengthly stretch of cold temperatures and heavy amounts of snow in
North Conway. A total of 52.3 inches of snow accumulated this winter, which was 31.2 inches below normal. This amount ranked
the season as one of the least snowiest on record.
Click here to find out exactly where the season ranked and why
Washington, D.C., ended up with a higher season snowfall total for the winter of 2009-10.
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Four Graphs Added to Review
A link to four winter graphs has been posted on the same page as the 2009-10 winter season review.
These graphs illustrate season and monthly snowfall, as well as historical snow depth, for winter seasons since 2007-08.
Click here for a direct link.
Preview:
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| May 2 2010 |
Second Warmest April
The month of April 2010 continued the theme of above normal temperatures for the year. The month recorded an average temperature of 47.3° F
(+4.3° F) and became the second warmest April on record. The warmest April was achieved in 1986 when a monthly mean temperature of 47.8° F
was recorded. April 2010 averaged above normal thanks in part to a stretch of early summertime warmth during the beginning of the month.
In fact, April 3, 2010, achieved a high temperature of 82° F, which was the earliest date to ever record a temperature equal to or greater than 80° F.
Click here for a detailed climate summary for April 2010.
This update is located in Daily Statistics.
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| April 2 2010 |
March Sets New Weather Records
The month of March will be written into history as a very mild and wet month throughout the Mount Washington Valley. The following information is based upon my data along with
over fifty years of NWS coop observations from North Conway.
- Warmest March
Well above normal temperatures throughout March 2010 ranked the month as the warmest March on record. The month recorded a mean temperature of 37.9° F (+6.6°).
This surpassed the previous record of 36.9° set in 1972.
- Most consecutive days at or above 60° F
A record setting five-day stretch of 60°+ temperatures occurred from March 16-20, 2010. This broke the old record of four consecutive days set during March 22-25, 1979,
and March 28-31, 1998.
- Second Wettest March
Three significant storm systems helped to produce a rainfall total of 8.42 inches (+4.44 inches) during March 2010. This total ranked the month as the second wettest March
on record. It narrowly missed first place by a mere 0.05 inch of rain. March 1983 continues to hold the title of wettest March on record with a total of 8.47 inches of rain.
- Second Least Snowiest March
Snowfall during the month of March totaled 1.5 inches (14.9 inches below normal). This enabled the month to become the second least snowiest March and ranks behind
March 1973 when 0.2 inch of snow accumulated.
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March Climatological Summary
In relation to the March record information, click here for the detailed climate summary for
March 2010.
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| March 1 2010 |
Warmest February in 12 Years
The second month of 2010 continued the theme of above normal temperatures. February averaged at 27.1° (+5.3°) and became the warmest February
since 1998 (28.6°). Snowfall during the month averaged below normal due in part to an ongoing snow drought that began in January. On
February 24, 2010, North Conway received its first measurable inch of snow in thirty-six days during the onset of a powerful nor'easter. The storm
produced 5.5 inches of snow and more than 3.50 inches of rain / melted snow. As a result, rainfall for the month of February averaged above normal.
Click here for the detailed climate summary for February 2010.
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Snow Zone updates continue for winter of 2009-10
Snow Zone continues its nineth season of
providing detailed information regarding the latest snowfall accumulation, snow depth,
and much more from the Mount Washington Valley. The two reporting stations are located in North Conway and Chatham.
Also included within Snow Zone:
- Graphs that depict snowfall and depth for recent seasons (including the current winter).
- Winter Journal displays unique climate information.
- Overview of notable storms with regional snowfall maps.
- Detailed review and photo gallery for the winter of 07-08.
Click here to view.
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| February 4 2010 |
Dry start to the new year
January 2010 produced below normal precipitation and above normal temperatures throughout the month. The only major snowstorm of the month produced upwards of
two feet of snow in the White Mountains on January 2. However, the downslope effect dried out the Mount Washington Valley, which witnessed less than one
inch of snow from the event. There was no extreme warmth for the month, but overall temperatures averaged above normal.
Click here for the detailed climate summary for January 2010.
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| December 7 2009 |
Introducing Evan
I have posted a special photo gallery of my Golden Retriever, Evan, first two years here in the Mount Washington Valley.
He is a classic "Marley" pup who loves his family very much. Click
here to view!
Sample of photos:
This web site features hundreds of photographs in the Photo Gallery from here in the Mount Washington Valley to the
Maine Coastline, American Southwest, Hawaiian Islands, and more.
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November Climate Summary
The month of November featured above normal temperatures and rainfall with only a trace amount of snow.
Click here for the daily climate summary regarding
November 2009.
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| November 6 2009 |
October 2009: Cold and wet
The month of October will be remembered for a very cold stretch of winter-like air that produced below normal high temperatures for fourteen consecutive days. Nine of
these days recorded temperatures that were upwards of twenty degrees below normal. During this stretch, North Conway received the first snowflakes of the season on October 13.
Rainfall for the month averaged above normal thanks in part to three storm systems that each produced over one inch of rain.
Click here for the climate summary regarding
October 2009
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Updates to web site
The following sections have been updated this week:
Seasonal Norms - Table with three graphs added
Daily Statistics - New monthly climate summary
Local Extremes - Rainfall and temperature updates
Mariah Carey - Status Info; items added to my Collection
Contact - A new email address has been added
Snow Zone - Updates every five days during November
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| September 12 2009 |
Wettest Summer on Record
North Conway, New Hampshire, received a record breaking 23.54 inches of rain for the meteorological summer of 2009. This total enabled the time period between June 1 through
August 31 to become the wettest summer on record. Click here for further information including a review
regarding the summer of 2009 along with four graphs and the updated August report.
Preview:
Click here to view.
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| August 25 2009 |
North Conway Achieves Wettest Summer on Record
Severe thunderstorms blew through the Mount Washington Valley on Friday, August 21, producing upwards of three inches of rain. Occasional heavy rain
persisted throughout the weekend and pushed the summer rainfall total to a record breaking 22.82 inches (as of August 25, 2009). This tally made 2009 the wettest summer in the past 50 years.
The previous record was set in
2008 when 19.62 inches accumulated. Prior to last year the summer of 1998 held the record for ten years.
The meteorological summer occurs from June 1 to August 31. Records for North Conway date back prior to 1960 and are courtesy of the National Weather Service.
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| June 9 2009 |
Recap: The Winter of 2008-09
The winter of 2008-09 (Oct '08 - Apr '09) produced above normal snowfall and below normal temperatures for an extended period of time. The first measurable snowfall
occured on November 25, 2008, when a coastal storm produced six inches of snow. A stronger storm system produced 15 inches of snow on
December 21, 2008, which ranked it as the sixth snowiest day on record. North Conway and surrounding towns were situated under a
string of arctic airmasses throughout January and early February. Low temperatures ranged between -20° F to -30° F during some of the mornings.
The fourth storm to produce a snowfall accumulation equal to or greater then ten inches occured on February 19, 2009. Unfortunately for winter lovers,
the snow machine shut off very early for this season. The last day of measurable snow was on March 11, 2009, when only 1.5 inches accumulated. Despite this,
the season still managed to break the 100 inch mark for the 21st time in the past fifty years.
For more information:
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| January 7 2009 |
The 2008 Year In Review
The year of 2008 was one of the most active years for weather in North Conway during the
last fifty years. The repeated headline for the year was the seemingly endless
train of heavy precipitation that hit the Mount Washington
Valley. The winter months recieved a significant amount of snow causing roofs
to collapse. By summertime, many thunderstorms produced high wind, hail, and localized flash floods.
Remnants of a tropical storm and two Nor'easters were
some of the main features during the autumn months.Major weather records were
broken as a result of the heavy precipitation during 2008. Click here to find out
which weather records were broken, as well as a detailed summary for the
year of 2008. Included in this detailed summary are three graphs that
illustrate rain, snow, and temperature trends for the year.
[Click here to view]
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Climate Data Updates
With the above in mind, the following climate data sections have been updated to expand all information.
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| June 05 2008 |
New Sky Cam Captures Moose
I am happy to inform you that I have launched the new sky cam for 'North Conway Weather' (link below). The camera updates every 15 seconds on the
web site and can go to a size of 1046x768. It is located in Chatham, NH, on the border of the White Mountain National Forest near Evan's Notch.
The camera began in early May on the edge of a pond and captured the first of several moose three days later. It is now positioned on a ridge above
the pond overlooking the hills and mountains of eastern New Hampshire. On the page you can access a link to view previous images that feature various
moose. In the future, some time-lapsed clips will be added.
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Misc News
Climate data for the month of May 2008 is now online. The month featured relatively quiet conditions with below normal temps and rainfall. The daily
data can be accessed through Daily Statistics.
Two sections under Mariah Carey have been freshened and updated. These sections are
Status Info and Collection.
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| April 08 2008 |
In-Depth stats with 24 New Photos
A new gallery of 24 photos from the winter of 2007-08 has been posted in Snow Zone.
It features some beautiful images from my parent's land in Chatham, NH, as well as the immediate surrounding area. Look out for the picnic area,
weather station, and camper immersed in the ocean of snow! These images will give you a taste of life in the Valley during the 2nd snowiest winter
in 50 years.
Snow Zone not only has the new photo gallery, but also the addition of very detailed
statistics that I have tabulated throughout the season. The following are some of the key headlines on the page:
- 2nd Snowiest Winter (North Conway and the state)
- 3rd Snowiest December, 10th all-time
- 2nd Snowiest February, 2nd all-time
- 2nd Deepest Snowpack ... and much more!
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| January 10 2008 |
Year In Review
The following is the 2007 year in review for weather that occurred in North Conway. Label 'G' includes information on December's near record
breaking snowfall. Scroll down to climate data updates for links that present some of the forthcoming information in better detail.
- January 2007 recorded 6.4" of snow, which was tied with 1/1980 to rank amongst the top 3 least snowiest on record. First place remains 1/1992
with a minor 2.2 inches of accumulation.
- March 6 to 9 2007 broke several coldest high and low records. The high temp for March 6 was 8°, which was set shortly after midnight. This
automatically became the coldest March high on record as the degree mark plunge to -9° by evening. The previous monthly record occured on March
18 1967 with 11°.
- After a dismal winter seasom, North Conway recieved its greatest monthly snowfall in April. The first event arrived on 4/5 when 15" of snow fell.
This storm missed being the greatest snowfall ever in April by 0.8 inch. One week later another historic storm produced an additional foot of snow.
The streak of storms catapulted with the Patriot's Day Nor'Easter of 2007 producing more snow with rain and wind.
- When all was said and done, April 2007 recorded 29.7" of snow. This easily surpassed the previous April snowfall record of 23.5" that occurred in
1961. The month also received 8.55" of rain / melted snow, which was the greatest amount for any April. The previous record for April was 7.34" in
1987.
- The summer months were relatively quiet. Monthly temperatures and rainfall remained below normal. The warmest high of the year was 93° on
June 27. Three severe thunderstorms struck the MWV on a late summer's eve with high winds and spectacular lightning. These storms, most notably the
lightning, were cited by locals to be amongst the most impressive in decades.
- The autumn months painted a beautiful display of fall color. Temperatures ranged above normal during October. Things turned around in November
as the winter cold arrived. Due to this change, temperatures in December remained 10° below normal through the first 2/3 of the month.
- December 2007 recorded 40" of snow making it the 3rd snowiest December on record. You would have to travel 30 years back in time to find similar
accumulations.
The only December months that exceed it are 12/1972 with 60.5 inches and 12/1970 with 45.5 inches. Last year during December 2006 North Conway
recorded 4.3 inches of snow.
- The yearly average temp for North Conway was 43.7°, which was slightly below normal. This was somewhat different then that of many regions in
America.
- Comparing 2006 to 2007, MWV's temperature saw a 3.4° decline while rainfall at was also down 12 inches. The snowfall total increased a whopping
83" from 2006 accumulating to a yearly total of 119" in 2007.
Records are based upon 47 years of NWS coop observations in North Conway with special thanks to Briggs Bunker.
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Climate Data Updates
With the above in mind, the following climate data sections have been updated to expand all information.
Whether past, present, or future, click on Climate Database for all your climate info needs.
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| August 04 2007 |
New Graphs indicate Climate Change
I have updated the web site's snowfall, rainfall, and temperature graphs that are based
upon 47 years of NWS co-op observations in North Conway. They continue to indicate
a common trend that Mother Nature is producing warmer temperatures and less snowfall. However, the snowfall was normal due to a historic April. Click
on the following link to see the updated graphs.
Historical Graphs - 1960-2007
Daily + Monthly Observations (Related)
Speaking of climate data, the monthly summary for July 2007 is now online. This
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| March 05 2007 |
Twenty New Photos Online
I have uploaded 20 new photos to the web site's gallery. Before I get started, remember to click on thumbnails to view larger versions of the images.
The first batch consists of 12 images from last summer from Sugar Hill, NH, during a Lupine Festival.
Also included is from one of my hikes that took me up past Tuckerman's Ravine. These join 78 other summer photos that I have taken and are also in the
gallery.
[Click here to view.]
Sample of New Photos:
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The second batch consists of 8 new images (first 2 rows) from a few weeks ago in Chatham, NH. They consit of various beautiful settings with frozen
brooks and bog, fresh snowfalls, homesteads,
and inside a covered bridge. While you are at it, check out the 48 other photos that I have taken throughout the years from the winter months.
[Click here to view. Then click 'winter'.]
Sample of Photos:
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Climate Data
Data for the month of February 2007 is now online. Last month was the coldest February in 13 years. It also became the first below normal month in
0.5 year.
[Click here to view.]
One noteworthy snowstorm occured in North Conway on February 14, 2007. A measurement of 16.2 inches of snow fell on thise day. The tally became the
4th snowiest day on
record. What is number one? Click here to find out, as well as to read about 18 top
ten lists of extremes in North Conway.
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| January 07 2007 |
Major Climate Records
The following records were recently achieved in North Conway. The weather extremes are based upon 47 years of NWS co-op observations
in North Conway. Scroll down to climate data updates for links that present this information much more indepthly.
- North Conway recorded a temperature of 64° on January 06, 2006. This breaks the previous all-time January record high of
59°, which was set in 1993 and 1995. A high of 64° is typical during the second week of May and is 35° above normal for the date.
- The year of 2006 will go down in history as the second warmest year on record. The annual average temperature was 47.1°, which was
2.6° above normal. This tally was 0.3° shy of the all time record for the Valley, which occured in 1998.
- Last year also broke the annual record for least amount of snow. A mere 30.8 inches accumulated in North Conway, which was a whopping 52.7 inches
below normal.
This broke 2004's record when the year recorded several inches more snow then what was received in 2006.
- North Conway witnessed the warmest December on record last month. The area received an average temperature
of 32.3°, which was nearly 8° above normal.
- The Mount Washington Valley received its first measurable snowfall on December 04 when 0.4 inches accumulated during a snow squall. This was the
second latest
1st season snowfall on record. December 11, 1968, maintains the all-time record.
- A mere 4.3 inches of snow accumulated during last month, which was 15.1 inches below normal.
Only two Decembers have recorded less snow, which occured during the years of 1982 and 1999.
- The warmest November on record occured in 2006 as the area received an
average temperature of 42.3°, which was nearly 6° above normal. This tally surpassed the
previous November record of 40.9° in 1999.
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Climate Data Updates
With the above in mind, the following climate data sections have been updated to expand the information.
In site updates: The live weather data section has been improved so that the data is presented in a cleaner manner.
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