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Information for Kiters, windsurfers and boat launching Climate change studies: Baja is expected to get hotter and drier, water reserves will shrink. Weather Archives January 2005 January 2006 JANUARY 2008
Take the readings with a grain of salt as they can't even get the time right! |
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CURRENT WEATHER/SYNOPSIS
AS WE SEE IT Wednesday 20 August, 7:00 a.m. How long will this extended break in the Monsoon Last? Forecasts say the ridge may stay suppressed in the (SW U.S) north west Baja for the next seven days. Temperatures will inch higher as the humidity lowers even a litle. Well not here, not today. Our humidity has risen somewhat. We have clear skies. We are looking for a southern breeze of 5-9 mph around 10:00 when the low tide turns and maybe around 4:00 p.m a stronger breeze as the high tide reverses. This breeze will come from a westerly direction with gusts up to 13 mph. Through the night the breeze will revert back to the south. Let's see how close we come.(st) Yesterday’s Max 98 F, Min 84 F. Humidity currently 54%. of 5-9 mph Tuesday 19 August, 7:00 a.m. We expect drier air across the area this week as high pressure builds over southern california. Temperatures will remain slightly above 95 F through the remainder of the week. This weather station is on a bluff overlooking the Sea of Cortez. At this moment a soft breeze from the south fans the leaves of the trees, hardly strong enough to move leaves on the lower plants. As the day progresses, and the tide changes, so does the wind direction and strength. Sometimes we have winds up to 7 mph for about an hour in the afternoon. Those living in town with the cement and pavement, and those living in the desert areas away from the water may have an entirely different story to tell. (st) Yesterday’s Max 97F, Min 84 F. Humidity currently 51%. Monday 18 August, 7:00 a.m. Contrary to the above outlook, the humidity has increased over our area. However the temperatures have remained low and the soft breezes daily are enough to allow outside living at it's best. Yesterday our neighbors and we were outside pruning and fussing with our plants just enjoying the atmosphere.It couldn't get any better.(st) Yesterday’s Max 97F, Min 86 F. Humidity currently 57%.
Sunday 17 August, 7:00 a.m. An absolutely cloudless but still humid atmosphere stays with us now. This is almost our last chance to enjoy an absolutely perfect summer day in San Felipe before the crowds think about Labor Day and the Snowbirds think about their winter vacations. The full moon has been a real conversation piece in these clear evenings. I wish you could see that man's face in this picture. He is always smiling, but sometimes in gest. As the tide was receding last evening the breeze was in exactly the right position so that the slap of the waves on the ever-widening beach sounded like an active Pacific oceanfront.(st) Yesterday’s Max 101F, Min 85 F. Humidity currently 43%. Saturday 16 August, 7:00 a.m. Don't forget the sunglasses. This morning is so bright you have to squint as you check out the weather. Peering off to the west through a soft haze one can barely see the 3rd row of mountains. Circling around to the east there is not a cloud in site; the water blinds you with it's clear reflection of the rising morning sun. Note the temperature and humidity are both drastically changed. Welcome, lower humidity. Welcome back our tropical beauty. It's going to be a great week-end.(st) Yesterday’s Max 101F, Min 85 F. Humidity currently 43%. Friday 15 August, 7:00 a.m. Heavy cotton fluffs dot the skies but plenty of sunshine projects a warm, humid day as we head into the week-end. It is very humid out there but no chance of rain in this picture. We have still winds at this moment and the water is calm as bath-water. Of course at this temperature it is not refreshing, just cleansing and great to play in. These cool, early mornings are great for one to get out and water the plants or get on with the chores. This afternoon, to save electricity, why not plan to just browse in town; see how businesses are starting to prepare for Labor Day and the coming Fall season. And many of the restaurants have patios where you can stop and have a cool margarita under the afternoon or early evening breezes. (st) Yesterday’s Max 100 F, Min 84 F. Humidity currently 61%. Thursday 14 August, 7:00 a.m. Contrary to the projected outlook earlier this week there is plenty of blue sky out there with some heavy cotton-ball clouds filled with moisture but definitely not dangerous. Our humidity is continuing to run high but any chance of rain in this area is not expected. With a little help from the Wind mogur this will still be in our comfort zone. Without a breeze the electric company begins to complain as people give in to their air conditioners. It's a balancing act.(st) Yesterday’s Max 96 F, Min 82 F. Humidity currently 59%. Wednesday 13 August, 10 a.m. . Considerable cloudiness over Baja north of San Felipe and into Southern California. However in town and points south we have clear skies and abundant, intense, sunshine. The wind has already come up and there are whitecaps on the sea. While I was taking a swim yesterday, I looked for any sign of the summer jellyfish but saw nothing. These are typically the hard blue objects about the size of a tennis ball. They are relatively benign - I have never had a sting from one of them even though I have frequently bumped into them. Just keep some vinegar handy in case you are stung by a jellyfish or a sting ray.(ej) Tuesday 12 August, Noon. It is hard to express the wonderful relaxation and pleasure of being in San Felipe at this time of year. Yes, it is hot, around 90 F on the beach. Yes it is humid, 65%. Yes, the sea water is 91 degrees. In fact, it is absolutely perfect for a relaxing holiday. A stroll down the beach to look at the dead sea lion that has washed up overnight. Just a hint of a small afternoon thunderstorm that might come our way later. An evening dinner under the stars on the patio at the El Cortez with fresh shrimp dishes and an excellent michelada. Can you imagine that anyone would want to eat in an airconditioned dining room in an environment like this? It is the nearest thing you can get to a visit to Cuba for most Americans. (ej) 7:00 a.m. Our skies remind me of the Puget Sound area, completely cloud covered, not allowing the sun to break through. There was no colorful sunrise this morning. Strong monsoon moisture is pushing in from Mexico mainland closer than expected, heading north through areas including the Baja Spine. We could possibly have rain tonight or tomorrow morning. All of this is keeping our temperatures down but humidity up and sticky. (st) Yesterday’s Max 96 F, Min 82 F. Humidity currently 49%.
Monday 11 August, 7:00 p.m. Drier and warmer air is spreading across northern Baja today as high pressure in the upper levels remain over all of Northern Mexico. Soft clouds continue to ride overhead. But if you rise early enough brilliant colors (that I am not able to capture) sweep across the 5:30 a.m. skies. In reality it is breathtaking. (st) Yesterday’s Max 96 F, Min 85 F. Humidity currently 49%. Sunday 10 August, 7:00 p.m. As I am writing this the humidity has gone from 48% at 7:00 down to 46%. Remember, as the humidity drops the temperatures can rise. We've already gone from 88 F to 93 F and rising. The skies are clear of all but the softest sweeps of light clouds which will quickly burn off. There is just enough breeze at this moment to jiggle the leaves as I try to look around, or past, that brilliant reflection upon the quiet waters of the Sea. Temperatures will most likely rise to the century mark today, sunscreen is mandatory. (st) Yesterday’s Max 100 F, Min 81 F. Humidity currently 48%. Saturday 9 August, 7:00 p.m. Ugh! Over San Felipe and all the way east to the mainland heavy clouds hide the morning sun. They are not mean looking, but full of moisture. Off to the west blue skies contain broken up clouds and there we have plenty of sunshine. They say that somewhat drier air will return for the next couple of days in our area. That will be nice for our weekend guests.(st) Yesterday’s Max 101 F, Min 83 F. Humidity currently 50%.
Friday 8 August, 7:00 p.m. By noon the skies looked stormy, with dark clouds floating towards the east. There was a great possibility of rain. And by 3:15 or so we could not see the 3rd mountain range. It was like we were lost in a wet mist. Soon it got really dark between the mountains and the highway, and we are sure it dropped some rain in that area. But why not on this side of the highway? In about 15 minutes it was like the sprinkler was turned off. The mist completely burned off and we could see the mountain range clearly. By 4:15 many of the clouds broke up. Soon a 3-5 mph breeze came up and it was like today never happened. Wine was served and dinner followed as it does every other day in San Felipe. (st) 7:00 a.m. Monsoon moisture is definitely with us this morning and convective debris clouds dot the skies. These are dark, mean looking clouds full of moisture and plenty of them. Our sun is hidden behind these and cannot seem to break them up. We have a nice breeze already. More neighbors than usual are out discussing the situation hoping for a chance of rainfall today. (st) Yesterday’s Max 101 F, Min 85 F. Humidity currently 51%.
Thursday 7 August, 5:00 p.m. Those thunderclouds that appear daily over the western mountains, and then retreat by nightfall, didn't!. Today they continued on over and we now have a dark, heavy saucer cloud over the northern part of the city. There are also some heavy clouds over the mainland. Otherwise skies remain clear. 7:00 a.m. The humidity is lower but our temperature starts out hot this morning. Skies are only partly cloudy which means we may be in for a very warm day. (st) Yesterday’s Max 97 F, Min 86 F. Humidity currently 44%.
Wednesday 6 August, 7:00 a.m. An almost complete heavy cloud cover again greets us this morning engulfing the entire eastern section of our sky. But like yesterday this will probably quickly dissipate cloud by cloud. We have yet to see a drop of rain throughout this entire display. The threat of showers will expand through next Tuesday toward the Colorado River, our Sea of Cortez. This humidity and these clouds are keeping our temperatures below normal for this time of year. In fact, as I am writing this, I'm using only a fan for cooling. Again, not a leaf is trembling and a boat motor could create messages on the otherwise still waters. (st) Yesterday’s Max 97 F, Min 86 F. Humidity currently 50%. Tuesday 5 August, 7:00 a.m. More like a lid, and directly over San Felipe, a heavy cloud lies unmoving, directly in the path of the sun. I have no doubt it can be burned off pretty quickly. However there is a large cluster of clouds further east, that could bring possibly heavy rain this afternoon over the lower Colorado R. Whether it will reach this area is a tossup. So saying, with the heavy humidity still with us, we have our air conditioners on once again drying out the inside of homes at least for the morning. Winds are still, the water is calm; anything can happen but probably won't. (st) Yesterday’s Max 96 F, Min 82 F. Humidity currently 45%. Monday 4 August, 7:00 a.m. Many, but mid-size clouds dot across the otherwise azure skies. That smiling sun is with us again, ready to start another week of tropical, very humid weather. Several low pressure systems will move across the SW U.S. today through Tuesday as moisture levels continue to increase. The combined effect will be increased cloud cover and slightly cooler temperatures.(st) Yesterday’s Max 98 F, Min 83 F. Humidity currently 54%. Sunday 3 August, 8:00 p.m. As the afternoon wore on we watched the clouds break up and disappear, allowing the sun to regain it's position. The breeze picked up and the water became very active, a grey color with small whitecaps. As the evening wore on we found ourselves spending more time outdoors rather than the stuffy indoors. However, the humidity has risen to a very humid 53% along with our 89 degree temperature. (st) 7:00 a.m. If possible that overcast is even meaner looking this morning? I thought I heard a few light drops on the roof in the middle of the night, but I did not see any visible signs. Not a ray of sun can get through that mess up there. The humidity is higher but the temperatures are running about the same. The mountain range disappears into the atmosphere. If you're headed up that way watch out for flash-floods. If not rain, there could be dust storms on the dry dessert area between Mexicali and San Felipe. (st) Yesterday’s Max 97 F, Min 86 F. Humidity currently 47%. Saturday 2 August, 7:00 p.m. It remained a heavy overcast although the sun did break through to our east. This kept the humidity high and the temperatures lower than expected. It's supposed to remain the same through the night. (st) 7:00 a.m. One steps right out into a Sauna world this morning. Not a ray of sunshine reaches us in that complete, heavy overcast. The mountain range to the west is almost hidden. But off to the east it is possible for the sun to break through and change the whole picture. True to expected forecasts, our humidity rose and the temperatures dropped. Riding in the high 80's for our breakfast, we can expect it to reach 90F before I finish this report. (st) Yesterday’s Max 98 F, Min 86 F. Humidity currently 39%. Friday 1 August, 7:00 a.m. August and September are usually our meanest months. True to form, we have drier humidty and rising temperatures today. Hopefully they will decrease somewhat Saturday as humidity increases. There is just the tiniest of a breeze and that non-refreshing 90 degree water is laying still all across the Sea. The plan of the day is to do inside chores this morning, shopping this afternoon wherever we can find air-conditioning returning often to the car which cools quickly. Then maybe a stop at our favorite restaurant to pass the time of day for at least an hour. Following, if you set up outside for the evening, you quickly become acclimated and truly enjoy the tropical evenings. Try it. (st) Yesterday’s Max 97 F, Min 86 F. Humidity currently 36%.
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