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OSNW3 Meteorological Summer Statistics Precipitation In 2010 OSNW3 ranked second all-time for the wettest meteorological summer in Oshkosh history with 20.41 inches falling during the months of June, July, and August. In 2011 OSNW3 measured 10.36 inches coming in 44th all-time. 0.23 inches below the all-time average of 10.59 inches for the 103 years of data without a missing precipitation observation during the meteorological summer months. This particular data may come across like we had a 'dry' summer, but on 36 days we here at OSNW3 recorded measurable precipitation. Just short of the top ten, coming in at 11th for the most days with measurable precipitation all-time. Providing a some what active three months. More meteorological summer precipitation numbers can be found by clicking the image below. Annual precipitation numbers can be found here . (Oshkosh Meteorological Summer - Precipitation) Temperature Here at OSNW3, 2011 finished 0.9 degrees cooler than 2010,...

Since Jul 5, OSNW3 has recorded 6.72" of new rainfall. Back to back six inch months have left the property very soggy with a most pungent smell of rotten in some areas. Most days have been hot and humid with abundant sunshine making all shaded spots very popular. This evening, Jul 18, was the most bearable of the past fourteen I can recall with a mostly cloudy sky. It was still humid, but the sun wasn't beating down. Long range forecasts call for more of the same but with a little less precipitation. The WxBrief now includes links for EAA aviation weather information. ( OSNW3 Weather Brief ) ( OSNW3 July Observations ) (OSNW3 July 2010 Summary) (click on graph for the month summary data - it will open a new tab/window) ---- 2010 Summer Precip and Temp Most people in the area are aware of the above average precipitation of late. Putting things in perspective, as of Jul 18, OSNW3's Summer (Jun,Jul,Aug) is currently ranked 16th for the all-time wettest in Oshkosh's...

Hot and steamy were the operative words across most of the region the early part of this week. In my opinion, the temps and dew points between May 23 and May 26 proved to be just what the doctor ordered. The heat and humidity does wonders for my skin, my short game, and my thirst for quality brews. Keep it coming, please. However, thanks to a cold front that dropped through the Great Lakes, the month will end on a more comfortable note and we will again be able to open the windows and enjoy the outside air, inside. Looking forward, the first part of June is forecast to be seasonal. ( OSNW3 Weather Brief ) ( OSNW3 May Observations ) (OSNW3 May 2010 Summary) (click on graph for the month summary data - it will open a new tab/window) ---- Dog Days of May? The recent heat wave provided a few days that I like to define as "dog days". Somewhat similar to the "Winter Duration" formula I compare "Summer" (May-Sep) min and max temperatures. It is reasonable to c...

It was only a matter of time until the pattern changed and the heat would arrive. It's Summer after all, it will get hot. The highly talked about coolness of July is a thing of the past. The upcoming weekend sees forecast temps in the upper 80's, with a possibility of topping 90. The dew point will be up and it will feel sultry. Dog days of Summer will soon be here... but for how long? No matter! Bring it! ( OSNW3 August Observations ) ---- OSNW3 July 2009 Climate Summary (Temp Comparison 2008 / 2009 | July 1 - 31) Max Avg: 79.6 / 74.9 / -4.7 Min Avg: 62.7 / 59.9 / -2.8 - (July 2009 Temperature | July 1 - 31) OSNW3 2009 Average Avg Hi... 74.9 Avg Low.. 59.9 Oshkosh Average Avg Hi... 81.8 Avg Low.. 62.1 Departure Avg Hi... -6.9 Avg Low.. -2.2 - (July 2007-2009 Mean Temperature) - (July 2009 Precipitation | July 1 - 31) 2009 Monthly Total Precip.. 2.16" Oshkosh Average Precip.. 3.58" Departure Precip.. -1.42" - (OSNW3 Dog Days Through July 2009) - (OSNW3...

This past week was absolutely perfect. Temperatures kept on climbing and topped out above 70 four days in a row. The rains came late in the week and with it some cooler air. Nothing to extreme, but it was a friendly reminder that it is only the first half of May. Trees around the area are leafed out, flower beds are in bloom, and I've mowed the lawn. Spring is in full effect. ( OSNW3 May Observations ) (Temp Comparison 2008 / 2009 | May 1 - 10) Max temp: 62.2 / 66.6 / +4.4 Min temp: 44.7 / 47.7 / +3.0 (May 2009 Precipitation | May 1 - 10) 2009 Monthly Total Precip.. 0.74" Snow.... 0.0" Oshkosh Average Precip.. 2.96" Snow.... T" Departure Precip.. -2.22" Snow.... -T" ---- Winnebago Lake Fly Hatch The annual spring Lake Fly hatch has apparently happened. This past Friday (May 8) I noticed one on our front porch door window. I didn't realize the initial hatching surge had taken place however, until I saw the "Top News Of The Day" e...