Pitlochry Daily Weather: July 2014

Thursday 31 July 2014

A WARM WELCOME TO PITLOCHRY WEATHER!

THE ONLY ONLINE WEATHER SERVICE WHERE THE OBSERVER LIVES & RECORDS IN PITLOCHRY, USING PREVIOUS MET OFFICE CLIMATE STATION EXPERIENCE. FORECASTING IS BASED ON MET OFFICE & BBC MATERIAL, WHICH IS THEN TAILORED FOR THE PITLOCHRY AREA, USING LOCAL KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE.

TODAY'S FORECAST FOR PITLOCHRY

A rather cloudy day, with just a few sunny intervals. The morning should remain dry, but during the afternoon & evening, the risk of showers increases.

Max.Temp. 17 or 18 Wind Mostly light & variable, though becoming S to SW force 2 Min. Temp tonight 11
OUTLOOK--FRIDAY & WEEKEND

FRIDAY should start dry, but there are expected to be showers around thereafter.

SATURDAY May well be the worst day of the bunch, with a dry start soon giving way to a spell of rain, later followed by showery weather, though with the odd sunny interval.

SUNDAY promises sunshine but showers too.

Throughout the period, daytime temperatures will be below normal at around 16 to 18 at best.
* HOPEFULLY, A SUMMARY FOR JULY WILL APPEAR DURING FRIDAY

Temperature at obs. time today 0900	14.7
Maximum temperature (last 24hrs)	20.0
Minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	12.4
Grass minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	10.4
Rainfall total (last 24hrs)	0.0
Barometer at observation time today	1008mb
Wind at observation time today	NW2
This month’s highest temperature to date	27.2
This month’s lowest temperature to date	5.5
This month’s highest 24hr rainfall total to date	11.0mm
THIS MONTH'S TOTAL RAINFALL TO DATE	55.8mm

For longer outlook periods,surface pressure charts, mountain weather & severe weather warnings, go to the Met Office's regional forecasts and click the relevant headings.

Wednesday 30 July 2014

WED. 30th JULY 2014

A WARM WELCOME TO PITLOCHRY WEATHER!

Regretfully, at the very end of a particularly good summer month, things are on the slide.

TODAY'S FORECAST FOR PITLOCHRY

Dry for much of the time, with broken cloud & sunny intervals. An isolated shower may make it through from the west. It will feel cooler than for some time.

Max. Temp. 18 or 19 WIND W 3 or 4 Overnight Min Temp. 11

OUTLOOK FOR THURSDAY & WEEKEND

Sadly, becoming much less settled as low pressure calls the tune. Each of these days is likely to be rather cloudy, though there will be some sunshine around. Showers, some of which could be heavy, are expected to affect the region, with few places escaping altogether. It will also be cooler by day, with top temperatures close to 16 or 17--which is below average for late July/ early August. It is also likely to be breezy at times.

Temperature at obs. time today 0900	17.0
Maximum temperature (last 24hrs)	20.2
Minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	12.6
Grass minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	9.2
Rainfall total (last 24hrs)	trace
Barometer at observation time today	1008mbs
Wind at observation time today	W2
This month’s highest temperature to date	27.5
This month’s lowest temperature to date	5.5
This month’s highest 24hr rainfall total to date	11.0mm
THIS MONTH'S TOTAL RAINFALL TO DATE	55.8mm

For longer outlook periods,surface pressure charts, mountain weather & severe weather warnings, go to the Met Office's regional forecasts and click the relevant headings.

Tuesday 29 July 2014

TUESDAY 29th JULY 2014

A WARM WELCOME TO PITLOCHRY WEATHER!

Very pleasant yesterday, with temperatures above normal for the 17th time this month, (that is 20 or above).

TODAY'S FORECAST FOR PITLOCHRY

Mainly dry, with broken cloud & some sunshine. It will, however, feel rather cooler & fresher than of late.

Max. Temp. 18 or 19 Wind W 3 or 4 Overnight Min. Temp. 11 or 12

OUTLOOK---up to & including the weekend

Although there should still be some dry spells with sunshine at times, the weather is likely to become rather less settled, with showers becoming more significant. Temperatures by day are likely to return closer to normal (perhaps even a touch below), with values more like 17 or 18.

Temperature at obs. time today 0900	17.0
Maximum temperature (last 24hrs)	23.8
Minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	13.7
Grass minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	11.5
Rainfall total (last 24hrs)	trace
Barometer at observation time today	1013mbs
Wind at observation time today	W2
This month’s highest temperature to date	27.5
This month’s lowest temperature to date	5.5
This month’s highest 24hr rainfall total to date	11.0mm
THIS MONTH'S TOTAL RAINFALL TO DATE	55.8mm

For longer outlook periods,surface pressure charts, mountain weather & severe weather warnings, go to the Met Office's regional forecasts and click the relevant headings.

Monday 28 July 2014

MONDAY 28th JULY 2014

A WARM WELCOME TO PITLOCHRY WEATHER!

A very misty scene at 7am, much improved by 8am. Another useful batch of heavy showers yesterday (sorry tourists), but gardeners--- we are now up to 55.8mms this month, ( approaching normal )--so no more moaning!!

TODAY'S FORECAST FOR PITLOCHRY

A dry day is expected, with good spells of sunshine this morning. The afternoon is likely to see more in the way of cloud.

MAX. TEMP. 22 WIND becoming mostly SE 1 or 2 OVERNIGHT MIN.TEMP.12

TUESDAY---Partly cloudy, some sunny intervals & mainly dry. W winds up to force 4

WEDNESDAY---Dry, sunny intervals, W winds up to force 4.

THURSDAY---Sunny intervals, but some cloudy spells with a shower risk.

FRIDAY---Partly cloudy, with sunny intervals & showers likely.

Generally, daytime temperatures around 18 max. Nights remaining in double figures.

Temperature at obs. time today 0900	14.5
Maximum temperature (last 24hrs)	20.0
Minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	10.0
Grass minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	7.1
Rainfall total (last 24hrs)	10.7mm
Barometer at observation time today	1018mbs
Wind at observation time today	SW1
This month’s highest temperature to date	27.5
This month’s lowest temperature to date	5.5
This month’s highest 24hr rainfall total to date	11.0mm (26th)
THIS MONTH'S TOTAL RAINFALL TO DATE (92%)	55.8mm

For longer outlook periods,surface pressure charts, mountain weather & severe weather warnings, go to the Met Office's regional forecasts and click the relevant headings.

Sunday 27 July 2014

SUNDAY 27th JULY 2014

A WARM WELCOME TO PITLOCHRY WEATHER!

HOTTEST PLACE ON EARTH---Furnace Creek, Death Valley, California 57C (134F)-record.

GLOBAL WARMING?--The water off Start Bay, Cornwall, is now warmer than that off Santa Monica Beach, Los Angeles. ( 20.4 as against 19.4)

TODAY'S FORECAST FOR PITLOCHRY

Partly cloudy, some sunny intervals, but a significant shower risk from late morning & into the afternoon. Some spots may receive heavy rain, whilst others miss the worst.

Max. Temp. 18/19 Wind LIght & variable, though mostly S 2 Lowest overnight Temp. 12
OUTLOOK (MON to WED)Dry for much of the time, with broken cloud & some sunshine. Perhaps more cloud & less sunshine on Tuesday.Still rather warm, especially at first, though feeling cooler later, as W winds freshen during Tuesday & Wednesday.

Temperature at obs. time today 0900	15.7
Maximum temperature (last 24hrs)	24.5
Minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	12.1
Grass minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	9.9
Rainfall total (last 24hrs) Useful for the gardens!	11.0
Barometer at observation time today	1014mb
Wind at observation time today	NE1
This month’s highest temperature to date	27.5
This month’s lowest temperature to date	5.5
This month’s highest 24hr rainfall total to date	11.0mm
THIS MONTH'S TOTAL RAINFALL TO DATE	45.1mm

Saturday 26 July 2014

SAT 26th JULY 2014

A WARM WELCOME TO PITLOCHRY WEATHER!

1630 UPDATE===THUNDER HEARD. The centre of a very heavy shower is passing to the east of PITLOCHRY & we may stay on its western fringe

YESTERDAY

While the vast majority of people enjoyed hot & sunny weather (many places attaining the highest temperature of the year), a few unlucky guys, including a relative of mine, spent the day stranded on oil rigs, as helicopters, due to take them back to the mainland, were grounded by shallow but dense sea fog. East Coast resorts, in some cases, were little warmer than Cairngorm Summit ( just over 4000ft above sea level!! )

TODAY'S FORECAST FOR PITLOCHRY

Most of the day should remain dry, though with more cloud in general & only sunny intervals. It will still feel warm, though temperatures are expected to be 2 degrees down on yesterday's.

The evening promises some much needed rain, with Atlantic fronts responsible, but while significant amounts MAY occur (should we catch a thundery downpour), there is no guarantee & gardeners could be disappointed with overall totals.

Maximum Temperature 25 Wind SE2 Overnight low temperature 14

OUTLOOK----Mainly dry & partly cloudy, though some sunshine likely at times on most days. A few showers may affect us, but with little certainty of much if any rain. Temperatures will become much nearer to normal ( 18 to 20 maximum ), though nights may remain on the mild side. Winds will become more westerly, up to force 4 at times.

Temperature at obs. time today 0900	15.4
Maximum temperature (last 24hrs)	27.5
Minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	11.1
Grass minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	8.8
Rainfall total (last 24hrs)	0.0
Barometer at observation time today	1017mbs
Wind at observation time today	calm
This month’s highest temperature to date (Record 30)	27.5
This month’s lowest temperature to date	5.5
This month’s highest 24hr rainfall total to date	7.3mm
THIS MONTH'S TOTAL RAINFALL TO DATE ( 56%)	34.1mm

For longer outlook periods,surface pressure charts, mountain weather & severe weather warnings, go to the Met Office's regional forecasts and click the relevant headings.

Friday 25 July 2014

.JULY 2011 (no, not off WICK) Temp. about 3 !!

FRI 25th JULY 2014

A WARM WELCOME TO PITLOCHRY WEATHER!

ROUND & ABOUT at 4PM----TEMPERATURES

PITLOCHRY 27, CAIRNGORM SUMMIT 17, PETERHEAD 17, St ANDREWS 20,

ULLAPOOL 21, STORNOWAY 20, EAST KILBRIDE 29, DUNBARTON 26

FALKIRK 27.

Many places, including Pitlochry & the Glasgow area, had their warmest day of the year yesterday. Highest temperatures were widely in the range 26 to 29 as a maximum.
As often happens in a south-easterly heatwave, the exception to the rule were places close to the East Coast, just a few examples by late afternoon included Berwick 19, St Andrews 17, Wick 17.
Of course, there are always people who prefer this level of heat & I am no lover myself of warm humid nights when sleeping can prove difficult.
Occasionally, the highest temperature of the day,in the entire U.K. can be in Scotland, especially when moist, warm winds descend after crossing the Cairngorms. The Aberdeen/Inverness areas sometimes falls into this category.
One place in the remote Northern Highlands-ALTNAHARRA-(Lairg to Tongue road)--can boast that on one occasion, it was both the coldest & warmest place in Britain on the SAME DAY.

TODAY'S FORECAST FOR PITLOCHRY

Unlike yesterday, we're off to a glorious start from the word "go". Wall to wall sunshine is expected with very little cloud & once again temperatures should reach high values.

Max Temp. 25/26 Wind SE 2 Overnight low temp. 14

At present, the Firth of Forth as well as parts of the North Sea are covered in haar, so once again tourists should appreciate that coastal resorts in the east are certain to feel "bracing". Yesterday many East Coast towns were stuck on around 17 degrees, while the Highlands & the west generally, were 10 degrees warmer!
WEEKEND---Still some spells of dry, bright weather, though there is likely to be more cloud around & perhaps a few showers as well, though I doubt enough to put a smile on gardeners' faces. Temperatures are likely to be a little down on recent days,with something of a fresher feel,as winds turn more to the west.

Temperature at obs. time today 0900	17.8
Maximum temperature (last 24hrs) All time record 30.0	27.2
Minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	10.0
Grass minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	7.3
Rainfall total (last 24hrs)	0.0
Barometer at observation time today	1021
Wind at observation time today	N1
This month’s highest temperature to date	27.2
This month’s lowest temperature to date	5.5
This month’s highest 24hr rainfall total to date	7.3mm
THIS MONTH'S TOTAL RAINFALL TO DATE	34.1

For longer outlook periods,surface pressure charts, mountain weather & severe weather warnings, go to the Met Office's regional forecasts and click the relevant headings.

Thursday 24 July 2014

THURS. 24th JULY 2014

A WARM WELCOME TO PITLOCHRY WEATHER!

YESTERDAY--- Not quite as warm as Tuesday (SE breeze lasted much of the time, bringing that gentle touch of North Sea air with it ). However, Wednesday was still a lovely day locally, though several East Coast places only reached 16 degrees.

TODAY'S FORECAST FOR PITLOCHRY

Despite a very low cloud cover earlier this morning, everything points to a day of prolonged sunshine, high temperatures & light winds. TOURISTS REJOICE---BUT AVOID THE EAST COAST (cloud later to break, haar not too far out to sea & feeling much cooler with a breeze off the sea.) I am well aware that some people prefer that to sunshine & heat, so just go where you feel happiest; I simply give you the information !!

OUTLOOK for FRIDAY & WEEKEND

Much as today on FRIDAY. WEEKEND, somewhat more changeable,as " Westerlies" set in.

Showers & more cloud likely with temperatures much nearer to normal, particularly by Sunday when winds will be fresher.

Temperature at obs. time today 0900	16.0
Maximum temperature (last 24hrs)	23.8
Minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	13.1
Grass minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	11.0
Rainfall total (last 24hrs)	nil
Barometer at observation time today
Wind at observation time today	S1
This month’s highest temperature to date	25.7
This month’s lowest temperature to date	5.5
This month’s highest 24hr rainfall total to date	7.3mm
THIS MONTH'S TOTAL RAINFALL TO DATE----LOW	34.1mm

For longer outlook periods,surface pressure charts, mountain weather & severe weather warnings, go to the Met Office's regional forecasts and click the relevant headings.

Wednesday 23 July 2014

WED. 23 JULY 2014

A WARM WELCOME TO PITLOCHRY WEATHER!

APOLOGIES
For not actually publishing yesterday's data. Observations were still made at 9am ( & will be included in calculating July's averages.

YESTERDAY EVENING

We had an excellent reminder of the towns, mountains & lochs of the Scottish Highlands at Pitlochry Theatre & I'm proud to say, we'd been to most of them. To me, no finer scenery, on a clear day, beats the panorama which includes Suilven, Canisp & Quinag.
Don't forget to record the excellent programme on clouds, while watching the Glasgow Commonwealth Games on TV this evening.

YESTERDAY & BEYOND
Many places in Scotland had their warmest day of the year so far (eg KINLOCHEWE). PITLOCHRY had its warmest JULY day so far ( see below ), but was actually beaten on JUNE 18th ( 26.6 ).
Most readers will agree that the current spell is beautiful & expect more of the same for Today ( later) as well as on THURSDAY & FRIDAY.

TODAY'S FORECAST FOR PITLOCHRY

Yet again, a mild start. Unfortunately, we're in an area of low cloud that has spread in from the North Sea, often a temporary visitor to the town during settled spells with SE winds. I would be surprised if the cloud did not show signs of lifting & breaking by 10am & once it starts, blue skies & sunshine quickly follow. (For ever the optimist )

Max.Temp. 24 Wind SE2 Overnight Min. Temp. 13
TOURISTS----Anywhere except East Coast Resorts (prone to lower temperatures & some haar ), should have lovely weather.

GARDENERS ---- Pitlochry is still short of rain, until at least Saturday.

TEMPERATURE UPDATE AT 3pm
PITLOCHRY 23.5, GRANTOWN on SPEY 26, FRASERBURGH 21, NAIRN 16,

WICK 14, LEUCHARS 16, GLASGOW 25.

Temperature at obs. time today 0900	15.4
Maximum temperature (last 24hrs)--highest to date in July	25.7
Minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	13.8
Grass minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	11.1
Rainfall total (last 24hrs)	nil
Barometer at observation time today	1027mbs
Wind at observation time today	SE2
This month’s highest temperature to date	25.7
This month’s lowest temperature to date	5.5
This month’s highest 24hr rainfall total to date	7.3mm
THIS MONTH'S TOTAL RAINFALL TO DATE	34.1mm

For longer outlook periods,surface pressure charts, mountain weather & severe weather warnings, go to the Met Office's regional forecasts and click the relevant headings.

Tuesday 22 July 2014

22/07/14 (TUESDAY )

A WARM WELCOME TO PITLOCHRY WEATHER!

2/3rds of the way through the month & as in so many months recently, we're above average on temperature both by day & by night. Rainfall, however, is only 56% of normal at present.

TODAY'S FORECAST FOR PITLOCHRY

Sunny this morning, A few cloud patches around this afternoon. Very warm, with light winds. Dry overnight, but N low cloud is likely to invade from the North Sea.

Max Temp 24 Wind SE2 Overnight Min Temp. 13

OUTLOOK (Wed Thurs Fri )---- More of the same, though rather more cloud around & probably becoming a touch less warm. No rain expected. Winds remaining in the SE, though only light to moderate.

DATA AVAILABLE LATER THIS MORNING

Temperature at obs. time today 0900
Maximum temperature (last 24hrs)
Minimum temperature (last 24hrs)
Grass minimum temperature (last 24hrs)
Rainfall total (last 24hrs)
Barometer at observation time today	1024mb
Wind at observation time today
This month’s highest temperature to date	25.5
This month’s lowest temperature to date	5.5
This month’s highest 24hr rainfall total to date	7.3
THIS MONTH'S TOTAL RAINFALL TO DATE--still in need!

AVERAGES & EXTREMES for PITLOCHRY in JULY

Avg. max. temperature	19.2	Long term avg. rainfall	60.5mm
Avg min. temperature	10.4	Wettest month	153mm ( 2003) )
Record high temperature	30.0 (1983 )	Driest month	4.6mm (1983 )
Record low temperature	1.5 (2004 )

For longer outlook periods,surface pressure charts, mountain weather & severe weather warnings, go to the Met Office's regional forecasts and click the relevant headings.

Monday 21 July 2014

21/07/14

A WARM WELCOME TO PITLOCHRY WEATHER!

Quite a pleasant Sunday, though there WERE still a few showers around. The evening in Pitlochry was particularly pleasant, with temperatures still close to 21 (70f ) at 7pm.
All the flooding yesterday seemed to be in & around Essex.

TODAY'S FORECAST FOR PITLOCHRY

Again, a very pleasant day is promised, whatever you're doing, but don't take chances on East Coast beaches being warm, as HAAR is around over the North Sea & may drift ashore. The shower risk is much lower today, the most prone areas being to the E & NE of Pitlochry, over the higher ground.

Maximum temperature 22/23 degrees Wind NW initially, but becoming SE force 2 Overnight low 13

OUTLOOK----Pressure is building, so well done tourists for choosing PITLOCHRY this week! Little or no rain is predicted, which means those pots & baskets will need watering, gardeners. Don't expect wall to wall sunshine every day, though at least the sun should make a regular appearance. Occasionally, low cloud from the North Sea, can affect Pitlochry,though usually burns away as the sun rises higher. Winds should be light, days warm & nights mild. Enjoy!!

Pitlochry data can also be seen, along with that of other weather stations, between 9am & 10am approx. USE WOW LINK ABOVE.

Temperature at obs. time today 0900	17.2
Maximum temperature (last 24hrs)	23.4
Minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	13.5
Grass minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	11.4
Rainfall total (last 24hrs)	0.4mm
Barometer at observation time today	1016mb
Wind at observation time today	NW1
This month’s highest temperature to date	25.5
This month’s lowest temperature to date	5.5
This month’s highest 24hr rainfall total to date	7.3mm
THIS MONTH'S TOTAL RAINFALL TO DATE	34.1mm

For longer outlook periods,surface pressure charts, mountain weather & severe weather warnings, go to the Met Office's regional forecasts and click the relevant headings.

Sunday 20 July 2014

SUN 20th JULY 2014

A WARM WELCOME TO PITLOCHRY WEATHER!

Least said the better about yesterday; it was just the sort of day that those holidaying in Pitlochry wonder what they can do. Cloud was low, visibility much reduced, temperatures only up to a high of 18 & always the threat of rain which might have been very heavy. We seem to have missed the worst that affected the region.

TODAY'S FORECAST FOR PITLOCHRY

A good day ahead!! Warm from the start (following this year's warmest night to date).
Partly cloudy with sunny intervals for much of the day.

Forecast radar shows a nasty shower between Pitlochry & the East Coast at 7pm, which will need watching. Although this is not predicted to get any nearer to Pitlochry, it remains an outside possibility.
Otherwise, late afternoon & evening may well be the most sunny part of the day.

Max. Temp. 22 Wind W or NW 2/3 Overnight Dry & mild, probably above 13 degrees.

OUTLOOK---High pressure dominates, so looking good, with little or no rain on the cards. Temperatures should be in the low 70's each day (22/23 in modern currency). Some cloud around, but at least the sun likely to put in an appearance on most days . ENJOY !!

Temperature at obs. time today 0900	17.0
Maximum temperature (last 24hrs)	18.0
Minimum temperature (last 24hrs)--July record 17.2 in 1995	16.0
Grass minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	15.7
Rainfall total (last 24hrs)	5.7mm
Barometer at observation time today	1009
Wind at observation time today	NW2
This month’s highest temperature to date	25.5
This month’s lowest temperature to date	5.5
This month’s highest 24hr rainfall total to date	7.3mm
THIS MONTH'S TOTAL RAINFALL TO DATE	33.7mm

For longer outlook periods,surface pressure charts, mountain weather & severe weather warnings, go to the Met Office's regional forecasts and click the relevant headings.

Saturday 19 July 2014

SAT 19/07/14

A WARM WELCOME TO PITLOCHRY WEATHER!

THIS IS JUST THE SORT OF DAY WHEN REGULAR LOOKS AT RAINFALL RADAR CAN PLAY A USEFUL ROLE IN HELPING YOU TO STAY DRY!
TO HELP YOU FIND THE BEST RAINFALL RADAR FREELY AVAILABLE ON THE WEB:---

1. Click on LINK PITLOCHRY WEATHER FORECAST---MET OFFICE (A NEW LINK)
2. PAGE DOWN THROUGH MORE PITLOCHRY WEATHER DATA UNTIL A SMALL MAP IS FOUND WITH A LINK JUST BELOW IT.
3.CLICK ON LINK. YOU SHOULD THEN GET A LARGER MAP, IN WHICH PITLOCHRY IS PIN-POINTED.
4. YOU THEN HAVE THE OPTION TO EITHER LEAVE THINGS JUST AS THEY ARE, OR PRESS + TO HOME IN ON PITLOCHRY OR --- TO PULL OUT & SEE MORE OF SCOTLAND.
5. BY CLICKING ON SHOW LAYERS A LIST OF WHAT IS AVAILABLE WILL APPEAR
6. A DOT PUT IN NEXT TO RAINFALL, WILL SHOW WHERE THE RAIN IS AT PRESENT.
7.PAGE DOWN BELOW THE MAP TO a) MOVE FORWARD IN TIME & b) SEE WHAT THE DIFFERENT. COLOURS MEAN eg BLUE = LIGHT RAIN, RED = VERY HEAVY RAIN etc etc

TODAY'S FORECAST FOR PITLOCHRY

A milder-than-average night ( for the 11th time this month), but currently looking pretty dreary! Very little sunshine on offer today & although there will be a few dry spells, periods of rain are also likely, much of it either light or moderate in intensity. There is no strong indication at the time of writing (9.15am) that any intense rainfall will affect us today, but you now know how to access the finest radar online to check for yourselves! ( Parts of England have been hammered by thunderstorms overnight, but as they move north, they are losing their energy as they encounter lower temperatures. Humidity will be high throughout.

Max. Temp. 18 (higher IF we got a long sunny spell) Wind E2 Tonight's lowest 13

OUTLOOK---Rather cloudy on most days, with sunny intervals rather than long spells of sunshine. Highest temperatures will be in a range 19 to 22, so could be worse, especially when only small amounts of rain seem likely. All nights should remain well into double figures & winds will be between light & moderate..

Temperature at obs. time today 0900	16.0
Maximum temperature (last 24hrs)	20.0
Minimum temperature (last 24hrs) ( record July night 17.2)	14.6
Grass minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	13.5
Rainfall total (last 24hrs)	0.3mm
Barometer at observation time today
Wind at observation time today	E2
This month’s highest temperature to date	25.5
This month’s lowest temperature to date	5.5
This month’s highest 24hr rainfall total to date	7.3mm
THIS MONTH'S TOTAL RAINFALL TO DATE	28.0mm

SOME OF PITLOCHRY'S WEATHER DATA IS SHOWING ON WOW ('TILL 11 am)
AND CAN BE ACCESSED BY THE LINK ON THIS SITE.

For longer outlook periods,surface pressure charts, mountain weather & severe weather warnings, go to the Met Office's regional forecasts and click the relevant headings.

Thursday 17 July 2014

FRIDAY 18th JULY

WARM WELCOME TO PITLOCHRY WEATHER!

UPDATE AT 4.30pm

SOME UK TEMPERATURES AT 4pm PITLOCHRY 19.5, CAIRNGORM SUMMIT 7.9,

LERWICK 14.1 CAMBRIDGE 30.0, LONDON CITY AIRPORT 31.0

I HAVE A CLOSE EYE ON RAINFALL RADAR AT PRESENT (One of my daughters phoned earlier this afternoon, to let me know that last night, she experienced the worst thunderstorm in her life.)

Nothing alarming at present, but there is likely to be some light rain about overnight. The greatest risk of very heavy showers is Saturday p.m.

TODAY'S FORECAST FOR PITLOCHRY

Something of a "dog's dinner" today, with amounts of cloud & how much, if any rain, the big uncertainties.

Maximum Temperature 19 to 21 Wind E to SE 3 or 4 Overnight minimum 14

East Coast 16

Both the morning & afternoon should stay dry with no heavy rain showing on the predictive rainfall radar chart before Saturday afternoon, though some light rain may fall before then.

OUTLOOK---Very unsettled with always the chance of some intense showers, perhaps with hail

& thunder & localised flooding. It should however stay on the warm side, with a few sunny intervals. Next week should start warm, though less humid when W winds return.

Temperature at obs. time today 0900	16.9
Maximum temperature (last 24hrs)	22.2
Minimum temperature (last 24hrs) (Record warmest night 17.2)	12.7
Grass minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	10.5
Rainfall total (last 24hrs)	0.0mm
Barometer at observation time today
Wind at observation time today	E2
This month’s highest temperature to date ( July record 30.0)	25.5
This month’s lowest temperature to date	5.5
This month’s highest 24hr rainfall total to date	7.3mm
THIS MONTH'S TOTAL RAINFALL TO DATE	27.7mm

For longer outlook periods,surface pressure charts, mountain weather & severe weather warnings, go to the Met Office's regional forecasts and click the relevant headings.

THURSDAY 17th JULY

A WARM WELCOME TO PITLOCHRY WEATHER!

Took me ages to wash this morning (so much egg on my face, after yesterday; probably my worst
forecast in my time in Pitlochry!)

TODAY'S FORECAST FOR PITLOCHRY

Dry, partly cloudy (a lot of high-level cirrus cloud at present), so not wall to wall sunshine. However it should feel warm later & humid as well.

Max.Temp, 20 or 21 Wind light & variable ( sea breeze later on coast & Tay estuary) Min.temp 12

OUTLOOK---Warm both by day & night, with some dry spells & sunny intervals. Humidity will be high & sleeping will be difficult for many. There is also a high shower risk from Friday evening onwards. Potentially, many of the showers could be at least as bad as on Wednesday afternoon, with hail,thunder & localised flooding,

BEST KEEP AN EYE ON RAINFALL RADAR (click on new Met Office link ( NOT WOW---which does not have rainfall radar).

Temperature at obs. time today 0900	17.0
Maximum temperature (last 24hrs)	20.1
Minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	14.2
Grass minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	8.3
Rainfall total (last 24hrs)	7.0mm
Barometer at observation time today	1021mb
Wind at observation time today	W2
This month’s highest temperature to date	25.5
This month’s lowest temperature to date	5.5
This month’s highest 24hr rainfall total to date	7.3mm
THIS MONTH'S TOTAL RAINFALL TO DATE	27.7mm

For longer outlook periods,surface pressure charts, mountain weather & severe weather warnings, go to the Met Office's regional forecasts and click the relevant headings.