80 Degree Days in Sitka
In a summer notable for its lack of sunny days, 2020 has managed to produce two of the hottest days in the past 50 years.
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Spring Weather
Warmer temperatures have arrived (though I expect colder weather is not gone for good) with temperatures getting up to 50+ yesterday and nearly that today. Today was partly to mostly cloudy, with some wind and rain this afternoon. When I walked out this afternoon there was that distinctive smell of rain on dry ground – … Read more
Continuing Cold
The weather remained quiet chilly. The low temperature early this morning did appear to break the record low for the day at 6F (previously 8F). Although there have been strong winds elsewhere, it’s been relatively calm right in town – which has certainly been nice. Out on the water in some places there are white … Read more
Weather Quiz
Part 1: During which month of the year is Sitka least likely to have a clear day? During which month of the year is Sitka most likely to have a clear day? What about Clear/Mostly Sunny days? Part 2: During which month of the year is Sitka least likely to have a day without precipitation? … Read more
Clear Skies
A couple of days ago when I saw the forecast for the clear and cold weather that is now upon us, I reflected on the fact that we hadn’t yet had a cold snap this winter. It seems like in most years we get some cold weather in November or December (though I think most … Read more
Winter Weather
There are two primary winter weather patterns that we see in Sitka. When high pressure builds over Canada, it will sometimes spill out over the coast mountains and push into the Gulf of Alaska. Winds are typically out of the North, bringing with them colder temperatures and crystal clear skies, with snow-covered mountains brilliant in … Read more