Generally overcast with rain, though there were very occasional minor breaks that allowed some sun through. Temperatures into the upper 30s. Calm winds. With a day off, I did not accomplish quite as much today as I might have hoped. I did mostly catch up on the observing admin that I had fallen behind on … Read more

Overcast, temperatures into the 30s. Calm. I was up very early to take Kitty to the airport for the 6am flight. Stars shone bright with a crescent moon in the 4:30am sky. I went back to bed, and by the time I got up again shortly before 8am, clouds had moved over. I spent the … Read more

Clear and calm. Temperatures freezing overnight and into the 30s today. I was back at Sawmill Cove early this morning. Conditions were very different then yesterday. Instead of wind and blowing spray, calm waters prevailed across the entire bay. It felt chilly before the sun rose over Lucky Chance. Despite the low angle, I could … Read more

Clear and cool. Temperatures into the 30s after lightly freezing overnight. Very windy in Silver Bay. Another early morning. Gusty winds were apparent after I turned the corner from Whale Park on my way to Sawmill Cove. Williaws and spray blowing up off the water were frequent sightings while I watched the bay. In Sawmill … Read more

Clear and cool, gusty winds in Silver Bay. Temperatures in the 30s. It’s continued to be a bit warmer than the forecast has been calling for. I’m not sure what’s keeping the temperatures warmer. I’m curious, but not disappointed. I was up well before sunrise. I had some things to take care of before heading … Read more

Clear and cool. Light to moderate winds. Temperatures in the 30s. This cold snap continues to be warmer than the forecast called for. Not far below freezing at night (though not especially frosty) with temperatures into 30s during the day. I spent this morning getting ready for the first observing shift at the industrial park. … Read more