No matter where you live, you may be a tad confused as to what time of year it is. Believe it, or not, this is mid July. I live in the foothills above the central valley of California, just minutes from the gate to Yosemite National Park.
Last week, the town of Oakhurst which is at 2600 ft and 300 to 400 ft and maybe 3 miles lower than my place was right at 100 degrees. The valley was working its way toward 108. Even at my elevation and covered by the trees, we were in the upper 90's. (And the mountain ski resort which closes in May is still open).
Last night I walked around the house early, closing windows though I did leave the doors open until almost 10pm. Outside, a light sweatshirt was in order. This morning is nice and cool; the house is open and comfortable and working the flower beds and pond was still pleasant. The 'forecasted' temp for Oakhurst is only 81 to 83 degrees today meaning I may not get out of the 70's. For me, this is ideal weather; the sun brightened some late this morning so now all is perfect. And I give thanks daily that I live on the Western side of the country. For those of you in the East - I feel your pain.
Bubble burster ... Summer returns this weekend. But I'll enjoy this for now and take advantage while momma nature is napping.
I live in Central Alberta, a place that it known to be an extreme weather belt. In the last week, we've gotten 90mm (3 1/2 inches) of rain... that's usually our average for the entire season. I'll take some of that heat.
ReplyDeleteYes!! Definitely enjoying the spring we didn't get in spring. We had winter then. And then summer. No spring. Until now. Going out to work in the yard later on and then am going to recline in the hammock Hunter returned to me. Heavenly. Glad you have dry clothes once again.
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