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Doug Hill's Weather Blog
Wednesday May 28, 2008 at 10:22 am
Noticeable Changes
posted by Adam Caskey: Meteorologist
category: Forecast Discussions
Typically we Washingtonians get our first taste of summertime humidity by mid to late May. This was the case yesterday as we had dewpoint temperatures in the mid 60s, and the surge in moisture was noticeable. It wasn't oppressive, but it was the first time this year we got a hint of what's to come this summer. Once the dewpoint nears 70 degrees, it feels oppressive outside. I don't know about you, but I am in no rush to endure the seemingly endless hot summer days with oppressive humidity, so this morning's cold front was a welcomed sight.
The front moved through this morning replacing the humid air with drier, more comfortable air. Dewpoints are back down into the 30s and 40s, so the air is much drier and less humid than the past couple of days. The less humid air will stick around for the rest of the work week, but as southerly winds kick in by the weekend, you will probably notice an increase in the humidity as dewpoints should climb back into the lower 60s. The added moisture in the air may help fuel thunderstorms on Saturday as well.
Overall, I'd say we have had a great transition from winter to summer so far.
Comments on Noticeable Changes
Tim
1:18 pm on 06/04/08
Is anyone aware of any weather camp for kids around the DC area. My son, 8, is extremely interested in learning more about all types of weather.
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