Encore Ending

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7:34AM

One more very warm to hot day today ahead of a cold front. A disturbance ahead of this front may kick off a few showers or thunderstorms mainly in southern areas this afternoon, and the cold front itself may do the same in any area tonight into Friday. Cooler and drier air flows in for Friday night into the weekend. It warms up a little early next week but being near a frontal boundary next week means that it may be more unsettled.

Forecast for southeastern New England…

TODAY: Partly cloudy. Slight chance of showers and thunderstorms mainly after 1PM and mainly south of the Mass Pike. Highs in the 80s, except upper 70s South Coast and may touch 90 a few inland areas. Wind SW 5-15 MPH.

TONIGHT: Variably cloudy. Chance of a few showers and thunderstorms. Lows in the 60s. Wind SW 5-15 MPH.

FRIDAY: Variably cloudy. Chance of a few showers and thunderstorms, mainly morning. Highs around 80. Wind shifting to NW then N 5-15 MPH.

SATURDAY: Partly cloudy. Low 59. High 77.

SUNDAY: Sunny. Low 55. High 80.

MONDAY: Partly cloudy. Low 59. High 83.

TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY: Partly sunny. Chance of showers and thunderstorms. Lows around 60. Highs around 80.

155 thoughts on “Encore Ending”

  1. Thanks TK. Driving to Toronto tomorrow and hoping for a nice weather weekend. Trying to catch a Blue Jays/Yankees game Monday. Will the weather be about the same there?

      1. Thanks JJ and Vicki. I hope I get to see it. I also hope the roof is open, but it looks like showers on Monday.

    1. Interesting that the season hasn’t even started and Danny Amendola is already
      injured. Going to be a long, long season. 😀 😀

      You can say whatever you want about Welker, But I say at least he was DURABLE and on the field for EVERY game. 😀

      I’ll bet Amendola doesn’t play more the 8 games.

      1. I’ll make that bet, very happy with what I’m seeing except on special teams, I actually was talking to Steve Nelson X linebacker from the 80’s and he thinks amandola in the end will be better 🙂

        2. Charlie,

          The fact that Amendola is GOOD, is NOT in question.
          However, his availability throughout the season is.

          If he stays healthy he could be a real force, an equal to or perhaps even superior to Welker.

          My fear is he will NOT HOLD UP.

          I’m hoping he does. 😀

  5. Some pretty juicy action to our SouthWest.

    http://www.wunderground.com/radar/radblast.asp?zoommode=pan&prevzoom=zoom&num=10&frame=0&delay=15&scale=1.000&noclutter=0&ID=BOX&type=N0R&showstorms=0&lat=0&lon=0&label=you&map.x=400&map.y=240&scale=1.000&centerx=400&centery=240&showlabels=1&rainsnow=0&lightning=1&lerror=20&num_stns_min=2&num_stns_max=9999&avg_off=9999&smooth=0

    At this time it does NOT look like it will reach the Boston area, but instead slide
    our across our South Shore.

    1. I was watching that, OS. Son is in Nantucket and looks to miss that area. Also seems to be diminishing in intensity some but is still a ways away.

  7. And METS like Joe Joyce and PB have called for an end to 90 in Boston since mid July and I feel they will be proven right 😀

    1. I don’t listen to either of those 2. NEVER!

      And it is by sheer luck that Boston missed out on 90 this time around, but
      it sure looks like Boston does NOT see 90 again this year. 😀

    2. But we had 90 degrees in several areas yesterday – mine included. Looks as if PB was finally wrong – although was that Pete or JR’s comment – or 7 in general. Just asking as I never saw it.

      1. PB and he actually wasn’t wrong. He was speaking of Logan–not suburbs. And it wasn’t sheer luck. The models clearly demonstrated a shift in pattern. By the time the troughy pattern retreated, it made it more and more difficult climatologically for Boston to hit 90. Hence, I continue to predict no more 90 for Boston 😀

        1. 90 was there for Boston. Gradient was too weak
          and allowed a sea breeze, else Boston likely would have
          made 90. Just my opinion. 😀

          1. Agreed. Once again Logan Airport should not represent “Boston” in terms of highs, lows, etc.

        2. But did Pete specify Boston and did you?

          On Aug 1 you said the HHH had the “potential” for being done and you didn’t expect any change to the cool pattern in the foreseeable future. TK replied that you should expect to see it return mid-August.

          I’m not finding where anyone specified Boston but I looked quickly.

  8. Its been 32 days here and counting since we have hit 90 or higher in CT. August temps are cooler than normal after a hot July.
    As I always say the weather tries to balance itself and this is case and point.

          1. Thank you…you are very thoughtful. :). I think it is. They are in Nantucket so water will hopefully be gone before they return

    1. Pretty good T Storm rolling through Norwell right now…Lots of Thunder, etc from what I can hear (my office is on the inside of the building).

  12. There should be a severe tstorm warning for this storm, trees r down in Cranston and Warwick Ri along with no street lights, worst storm I’ve seen all yeat

    1. This is 16 days out, but looking at upper winds at 300mb and 200MB, they
      are progged to be strong straight out of the West up at this latitude, thus
      even though this looks ominous, it would (IF it were ever to verify! :D) very
      likely take a Right turn OTS as it moved more to the North.

  18. That storm heading in that direction is a non severe storm as of now. However it could still pack a little bit of a puch with some gusty winds and briefly heavy rainfall.

  21. The discussion from my end was more about the pattern itself. There were claims that a cool pattern was here to stay, which I strongly disagreed with. The persistent cool pattern did indeed break down and allow a warmer one, which despite the weekend cool-down, is not really going anywhere fast either. It is STILL too early to count out some hot days and I did agree that it’s more than obvious heatwaves become much less likely at this time of Summer.

    But as for the pattern we have today and for the past few days? This was counted out by many, and it was not a good call in my opinion, which has now become a little more than opinion.

    2. Yes, you were very clear and very correct as well.

      I didn’t expect any more 90 degree days for Boston, which turned out
      to be correct, however, I NEVER said it wouldn’t get warm again.
      In my life time I have witnessed a 100 degree day in September and
      a 90 degree day in October, so tough to say never around here. 😀

      In general, the brutal heat we had in July is gone. Will we have a warm day(s)? Probably. Will we have that brutal unbearable heat? Not likley. 😀

      I took one AC out after the pattern change and even with these
      3 warmer days, did NOT need to re-install it. Nights were longer
      and cooler and days shorter and not as hot and not as humid. In short,
      not too hard to take, unlike in July when it was unbearable. 😀
      Will take the other unit out this weekend. 😀

      2. OS I was thinking about Mrs OS today. Does she weather this better? It seems it is tolerable if you know its short lived. I really enjoyed this past week. But I knew or would end. After a while in July I started not to feel well so can’t imagine what a person who is typically bothered feels like.

  22. MAJOR heatwave setting up for the Plains and Midwest during the next 1 to 2 weeks. Eventually some of this heat will make it into the East, how far northeast remains to be seen. Jet stream will have a big say.

    Forget any tropical threat for the East Coast for 2 to 3 weeks at least.

      1. Bold call. The open Atlantic is dead, but watch the deep Gulf and southwestern Caribbean.

        1. May not be his call. 7 mandates they be the first to report anything and everything. I can’t imagine having to work like that. At least I hope folks here know the problem exists and not only on 7 although with 7s new philosophy it may be more prevalent there

          2. “Sacrificing Accuracy To Be First!” … If that’s the station’s policy, it’s a sad one.

            1. It is TK. And the mets know it. Caught between a rock and a hard place. It goes right along with their constant saying “you saw it first on 7”

    1. Charlie I still haven’t found anything about flooding in providence. Can you provide a link so I can see what area please

      1. I don’t have a link Vicki, but as I was driving through Providence coming around the big curve where the big blue bug is at the low lying areas traffic came to a stop bc only the far left lane was open, now as I continued south it got bad, very bad, very surprised a severe storm warning was not issued. Near garden city in cranston there were some branchs and small trees that came down and when I went to Warwick, a Mobil sign was blown onto the side of the road, I saw this all with my own eyes, no links 🙂

        1. Tx Charlie. My guess is it didnt affect his area as it seems fairly typical flooding that comes and goes but causes problems when its there.

  24. Yes, it was Pete and Joe Joyce who stated no more 90 for Boston and I agreed. Kind of how I agreed back in mid to late winter that there would be no more snow and there wasn’t 😉 Pete actually got this one right (so far), although like OS said, never say never. I just don’t believe 90 hits Boston again this year while the suburbs are likely to see lots of 80s to near 90 here and there 😀

    1. Arod. I haven’t found where u said Boston but did find where you said no more HHH. Would like confirmation that Pete also said Boston. You have a link

        1. And you are emulating him 😀

          Well then so far we will give Pete credit too…..he may be 100% overall.

          1. yup…give PB credit when credit is due. I know it’s hard to believe but he did say it and thus far he is right 😀

            1. Yep not the first time you’ve had to give him credit but no surprise for me 😆 although this remains to be seen.

            2. I always give credit where it’s due, but our climate potential of Boston hitting or exceeding 90 is far from over, therefore I will withhold my credit until such a time that we have surpassed the date of Boston’s latest 90 degree temperature.

      2. Found it and you said both – no more HHH for remainder of season which TK said would return mid August and you also said no 90 in Boston remainder of 2013. So far TK 100% and you are on track.

        Would love to see link that confirms Pete limited it to Boston

        1. alisonarod says:

          August 1, 2013 at 7:17 PM

          I’m going to make the bold prediction that Boston does not see 90 degrees for the rest of 2013!

          1. I just posted that above. You left out the comment just above it where you said no more HHH and TK replied to – also posted above

  25. Looks to me as if line is moving much too slowly in NY to stay together. Uxbridge is much cooler and less humid than here. We are still in high 70s with 68 dp

      1. Hi Emily. When do classes resume. Are you excited ?? A client is holding a meeting there in the fall. I attend by phone but my business partner will be there

        1. I go back on September 5th. I am anxious…good and bad. But I’m starting to mentally prepare myself 😛

          Oh nice! It’s beautiful there in the fall. 😀 Too bad you can’t experience it through the phone…haha. Who knows though….with technology nowadays…. hahaha 😉

          1. I know you will do GREAT I love that area of the state. The college also impresses me as it works on a students strength which is what I think all schools/colleges should do

  27. September climate data for Boston:

    Boston has hit or exceeded 90 on every day in September except the 25th, 27th, 29th, and 30th, and hit or exceeded 100 on 2 occasions (100 on September 2 1953 and 102 on September 7 1881).

    There have been at least 4 heatwaves in September in Boston during the years.

    Yes, it can get hot right into the Autumn, though looking over the historical data, the hottest weather was weighted prior to 1970 with less heat since.

    1. I believe September of 2011 was a warm one. September is great for the beaches because you still have beach weather without the crowds. It usually is fantastic weather. Summer may be winding down but its defently not over and I do see another 90 degree reading at Logan. Time for bed another 3am start tomorrow.

      1. Still some of the warmest ocean water too.

        One of my coworkers always took vacation to the Cape in early to mid September.

        1. And the rookies need this. Which is what practice is for But I do not like this team and it makes me nervous for Brady.

          Still haven’t heard anything about #80 being injured. Hoping Charlie was wrong

      1. Charlie they had others in that needed to play. Please come up with concrete proof before you post someone is injured. I get he could be but right now it is looking like a Charlie-tude

  30. Defense was impressive and kept them in game Thompkins,Hobson both looked good, 1 rookie made a costly mistake, all the rest were not rookies, Offensive line was the problem tonight, and it just rolled down from there,

    1. Alot of #2’s and 3’s in there now, Coach is fuming, it’s preseason and these guys will probably not get any extra days off

      1. I am no longer commenting sports on this blog, I’m a football snob I admit it and if its anybody that doesn’t understand what each person is supposed to do then I don’t want to discuss football with them, no offense intended, It’s just wasted time 🙂 ps the reason why they lost was 2 reasons, the 4 turnovers and the offensive line period!! 😉

        1. Do u no why Brady was intercepted.

          And its probably better that you don’t comment since you believe you know more than everyone else……a snob btw does not equate to knowledge.

          1. Hint re interception…..the boy you laughed at me about…same one who has shown weakness prior

            Charlie. If and its a huge if you know more, its no different than what I mentioned earlier with the incredible folks on this blog who share wisdom and do not even think of flaunting it.

              2. Yes Charlie…it’s frustrating that you come off like a jerk. I’ll say it one more time. You throw your bombs out here on the board and sit back and watch the fireworks. You know full well what your are doing. Your the guy who farts in the elevator and laughs as everyone tries to figure out who did it.

  31. Patriots really sucked tonight.

    The only good thing I saw was the play of Kenbrell Thompkins.

    They best get their act together in a hurry OR it’s going to be a long season.

      1. No problem glad to share. I’ve had a few twitter exchanges with Matt and he is a really cool guy. I have learned a lot from him.

    2. I’ impressed with the way Matt Noyes Shares information with his audience.

      I wonder if this really means anything OR it just a brief spell of a cooler air mass?
      Something to watch, if nothing else.

      I love the weather info we get to share here. Love it! 😀

      1. As do I. It is rare to find someone who can write well enough to hold the interest of the “experts” while making it clear to the average reader.

        I also love the way everyone here who has weather knowledge makes it very comfortable for the average person to ask questions. I have tons to learn – more than I ever will – but in the same respect I have learned so much.

  34. Vicki,

    Thank you for asking about Mrs. OS. She was OK until yesterday when the
    humidity reached higher levels. By last evening, she was very ill. It was drenching
    wet last night with BAD air quality. Not Good.

    Very refreshing out there now. Should help immensely!!

    What an absolutely beautiful day!!!! Right now I give it a 10 as long as diurnal showers
    stay away this PM.

    1. I am so sorry to hear that. Please tell her I’m thinking of her and am very happy that the cooler and less humid air has arrived.

    1. Nice Hadi. It sure has been a glorious week. I’m glad you had a great time. Tom is camping this weekend too. WOW

      1. Vicki I heard lemon pledge will shine up your vehicle like a new diamond/ glass like shine. And I guess its safe to use. They use it a lot on motorcycles when showing under the lights.

        1. Was it pledge I said the other night I used on my Mach I? It should have been. Only thing is there cant be any dust or dirt cause ull grind it in

          1. I checked. I had said I used pledge. I think the lemon part threw me off. Amazing its still ok after 40ish years. We used it before races but my guess is an expert would say its bad. Anything used on a car with even a small amount of dust has to scratch it. I have a special mop type device to clear dust but am not supposed to use that if its too dusty

  39. Just got home from a long day at work. Putting most of the new equipment in the med center today. The new center opens on 9/15. Looking good!!

  41. Today’s AccuWeather Trivia Quiz (NOT a good quiz)

    Contrails look like…

    A. Spider legs
    B. Tail of kite
    C. Puff of smoke
    D. Light rays of light through clouds

    Answer later today.

  43. Woke up to 50.5 degrees, it feels more like a beautiful early fall, off to the football field where there are lots of football today where all the towns in the hockomock get together and play, gonna be fun, we play Foxboro, there’s nothing like it,

  45. http://fullcount.weei.com/sports/boston/baseball/red-sox/2013/08/23/carl-crawford-on-boston-that-was-just-a-bad-experience/
    What is up with this guy saying our city is a bad place to live, no I’m not farting as I exit the elevator, I just hate that this guy won’t shut up, there have even been reports and rumors that lackey has told friends he wants out of Boston also, I don’t ever hear people say I hate the city of San Francisco etc but always here my city, I hate bad publicity, and yes os the gfs continues to show activity in Sept, have a good day all 🙂

  47. Hi all!

    Great weekend underway! As is typical, models have some trouble with small systems over the top of the ridge so I’ll adjust for timing on the next update (this evening).

    Hope everybody can enjoy the weather this weekend. 🙂

  48. TK what are your thoughts on this post from the BZ blog.
    Thanks

    Bob
    •3 hours ago

    So much for the above normal temps thru September.

    But what about this upcoming winter which is not far away???

    Personally, I don’t like to forecast anything beyond about 7 or 10 days out simply because our weather models essentially become useless after that and without some sort of strong climate signal to work with (such as a strong El Nino or La Nina) there is very little predictability other than trends… and if there is one thing I know about trends is that they are always trending!

    However, with that being said, there is one thing to watch for once we start getting a little closer to the cold season. That is the recent trend of “blocking patterns” in the jet stream.

    These blocking patterns have been responsible for several cold outbreaks over the Eastern US since late last year. (Remember, the path of Sandy was the result of a blocking pattern back in the fall.)

    A typical blocking pattern over the North Atlantic (sometimes called a Greenland Block) is caused by a break down in the northern branch of the jet stream.

    As the jet breaks down, an upper ridge of high pressure anchors itself over the region forcing arctic airmasses to invade the Eastern US.

    These blocking patterns can be predicted up to a couple weeks in advance using the NAO or North Atlantic Oscillation as an indicator.

    Already, some of the long range climate models are hinting that blocking over the North Atlantic may indeed be a major factor in this upcoming winter.

    The latest run of the CFSv2 seasonal climate model ran by CPC is now showing a substantial below normal temperature anomaly over the Eastern US.

    2. Well I can agree to some degree with most of what is there. They certainly pay attention to detail.

      A bit early to say if we are looking at that whole blocking set up, but I have noticed a shift to colder forecasts in the long range guidance available (not through early September but sometime after that).

  49. Brrr

    As I sit here and type with the window open right next to my desk, I am FREEZING!!!!
    Sorry, but it is now TOO COOL for me. Nice to be sure, but too cool. 😀

    Old Piss Salt

    1. Yes I know, I’ll close the window. 😀 😀 😀

      Closed

      Btw, now about to remove remaining AC from the living room. 😀

  50. Thanks longshot. Tough question as we could not figure what stage the contrail was at

    If its beginning stage we (all five led by 6 yr old grandson) thought kite tail B

    Basically , however, we unanimously decided puff of smoke. C

    Its a fun question because all ages here got to play. Thanks

    1. If mrs OS and I concentrate really, really hard, maybe we can keep it away. I love this weather. What a night!!!!

  52. Answer to Today’s AccuWeather Trivia Quiz (NOT a good quiz)

    Contrails look like…

    A. Spider legs
    B. Tail of kite
    C. Puff of smoke
    D. Light rays of light through clouds

    Well I didn’t choose C like many others here but I still got it wrong. Acoording to Joe Joyce, the answer is B, Tail of a kite.

    1. It was tons of fun and you are right because it wasn’t clear at what point. We all had fun with this one. Can’t beat that

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