A WARM WELCOME TO PITLOCHRY WEATHER!

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TODAY'S FORECAST FOR PITLOCHRY

Mainly cloudy, with some showery rain, which may be sleety at times above 200ms. A few drier slots, though sunshine at a premium. Temperatures about 3 or 4 degrees below the norm for the time of year.Winds moderate from the E. TONIGHT--further showery rain or sleet, possibly a scattering of snow by day break.

Temperature at obs. time today                       0830	3.7
Maximum temperature (last 24hrs)	4.2
Minimum temperature (last 24hrs) (overhang from obs. time yesterday)	-2.9
Grass minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	-3.4
Rainfall total (last 24hrs)	2.1mms
Barometer at observation time today	989mbs
Wind at observation time today	NNE1
This month’s highest temperature to date	10.5 (2nd)
This month’s lowest temperature to date	-6.0 (12th)
This month’s highest 24hr rainfall total to date	n/a
THIS MONTH'S TOTAL RAINFALL TO DATE	10.0mms

AVERAGES & EXTREMES for PITLOCHRY in MARCH

Avg. max. temperature	8.4	Long term avg. rainfall	82mms
Avg min. temperature	1.1	Wettest month	178 (1994)
Record high temperature	21.7 (2012)	Driest month	11.7 (2012)
Record low temperature	-11.2 (1986)

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LOCAL AREA OUTLOOK

Winds in the E. & feeling very cold. An increasing risk of some snowfall.  Frosts could be severe as clear spells develop overnight Monday to Thursday.

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LOOKING RATHER WINTRY---YET AGAIN.

TODAY'S FORECAST FOR PITLOCHRY

Any early brightness is fast retreating to the NW, as cloud increases from the SE, bringing periods of rain, sleet or even wet snow to the area. At town heights, accumulations of any snow seem unlikely, with rain or sleet more probable, but rise 200 or 300ms & the scene is likely to become more wintry.It will feel cold, with a frosty start & temperatures peaking at around 3 or 4 degrees. Winds will eventually settle into the NE, though no more than moderate in strength. The evening should become somewhat drier & the night will bring some clear spells, though perhaps the odd wintry shower + a slight frost.

Temperature at obs. time today                               0830	-3.0
Maximum temperature (last 24hrs)	7.4
Minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	-5.0
Grass minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	-7.8
Rainfall total (last 24hrs)	0.3mms
Barometer at observation time today	993mbs
Wind at observation time today	N1
This month’s highest temperature to date	10.5 (2nd)
This month’s lowest temperature to date	-6.0 (12th)
This month’s highest 24hr rainfall total to date	n/a
THIS MONTH'S TOTAL RAINFALL TO DATE	7.9mms

AVERAGES & EXTREMES for PITLOCHRY in MARCH

Avg. max. temperature	8.4	Long term avg. rainfall	82mms
Avg min. temperature	1.1	Wettest month	178 (1994)
Record high temperature	21.7 (2012)	Driest month	11.7 (2012)
Record low temperature	-11.2 (1986)

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LOCAL AREA OUTLOOK

Generally rather cloudy, cold & unsettled, with the chance of snowfall increasing. Winds will be in the east & if anything, it will feel even colder for the start of next week.

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Last year at this time, we were about to start a run of mild days that lasted for the rest of the month, culminating in 2 days above 21 degrees.

TODAY'S FORECAST FOR PITLOCHRY

Rather cloudy, with some occasional light rain or showers. Perhaps a few sunny intervals, especially this afternoon. Light winds & a little milder at 6 or 7 degrees. TONIGHT--mainly dry, with some clear spells & a slight frost.

Temperature at obs. time today                                0830	4.0
Maximum temperature (last 24hrs)	5.2
Minimum temperature (last 24hrs) (overhang from yesterday's cold start)	-2.8
Grass minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	-3.5
Rainfall total (last 24hrs)	1.3mms
Barometer at observation time today	995mbs
Wind at observation time today	SE2
This month’s highest temperature to date	10.5 (2nd)
This month’s lowest temperature to date	-6.0 (12th)
This month’s highest 24hr rainfall total to date	n/a
THIS MONTH'S TOTAL RAINFALL TO DATE	7.6mms

AVERAGES & EXTREMES for PITLOCHRY in MARCH

Avg. max. temperature	8.4	Long term avg. rainfall	82mms
Avg min. temperature	1.1	Wettest month	178 (1994)
Record high temperature	21.7 (2012)	Driest month	11.7 (2012)
Record low temperature	-11.2 (1986)

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LOCAL AREA OUTLOOK

WEEKEND---Mainly cloudy & feeling colder again, as winds turn more into the N & E. & freshen a little. There should be some dry spells, perhaps with a little sunshine, but there will also be showers around which could start to turn more wintry in nature, with snow on the higher ground.  Next week promises to be wintry---cold, overnight frosts + some snowfall.

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This March is certainly NOT going in the direction of the superb March of 2012

TODAY'S FORECAST FOR PITLOCHRY

High & medium-level cloud has already spread in from the west, though it is still frosty. Most of the day will remain dry, though with very limited sunshine. It will feel cold, with top temperatures close to 5 degrees, though winds should stay light until later in the day. There is expected to be a spell of rain during the evening. TONIGHT is likely to be rather cloudy, with possibly a ground frost by day break.

Temperature at obs. time today                               0800	-2.8
Maximum temperature (last 24hrs)	5.7
Minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	-4.8
Grass minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	-8.0
Rainfall total (last 24hrs)	nil
Barometer at observation time today	1013mbs
Wind at observation time today	calm
This month’s highest temperature to date	10.5 (2nd)
This month’s lowest temperature to date	-6.0 (12th)
This month’s highest 24hr rainfall total to date	n/a
THIS MONTH'S TOTAL RAINFALL TO DATE	6.3mms

AVERAGES & EXTREMES for PITLOCHRY in MARCH

Avg. max. temperature	8.4	Long term avg. rainfall	82mms
Avg min. temperature	1.1	Wettest month	178 (1994)
Record high temperature	21.7 (2012)	Driest month	11.7 (2012)
Record low temperature	-11.2 (1986

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LOCAL AREA OUTLOOK

FRIDAY & WEEKEND---  Remaining colder than the seasonal average. Some sunshine, especially on Sunday, otherwise broken cloud with sunny intervals & a few showers, which will be of snow on the hills, but of rain/sleet or hail at town altitude. Overnight slight frosts.

Remaining cold & unsettled beyond.

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TODAY'S FORECAST FOR PITLOCHRY

A nippy start, with the slightest trace of snow from last evening's light flurries. The day should be dry, with well-broken cloud & some sunny spells. An isolated snow shower is just possible, but most of these are clipping the East Coast at present. Winds will be around force 3 from the NW, with maximum temperatures reaching 5 or 6.   TONIGHT is expected to have long clear spells, with a sharp frost.

Temperature at obs. time today                           0830	1.0
Maximum temperature (last 24hrs)	6.8
Minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	-0.7
Grass minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	-3.7
Rainfall total (last 24hrs)	n/a
Barometer at observation time today	1012mbs
Wind at observation time today	W2
This month’s highest temperature to date	10.5 (2nd)
This month’s lowest temperature to date	-6.0 (12th)
This month’s highest 24hr rainfall total to date	n/a
THIS MONTH'S TOTAL RAINFALL TO DATE	6.3mms

AVERAGES & EXTREMES for PITLOCHRY in MARCH

Avg. max. temperature	8.4	Long term avg. rainfall	82mms
Avg min. temperature	1.1	Wettest month	178 (1994)
Record high temperature	21.7 (2012)	Driest month	11.7 (2012)
Record low temperature	-11.2 (1986)

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LOCAL AREA OUTLOOK

THURSDAY---A bright, frosty start with some sunshine. Later on, cloud will increase from the west, to be followed by some sleet or snow by evening. Amounts of snow are not expected to be significant on low ground, but check tomorrow morning's update.

FRIDAY---Rather cloudy, with some showery rain on occasions & perhaps a few sunny intervals.

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There will be no data or updates of forecasts for the time being.

An outlook for the coming few days can be found below & LINKS will take you to either Met Office or BBC for forecast updates.

A WARM WELCOME TO PITLOCHRY WEATHER!

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The first measurable rain this morning since Feb.19th

TODAY'S FORECAST FOR PITLOCHRY

Cloudy throughout & at times overcast, with a low cloud base. Some occasional, mainly light rain is likely this morning, though this afternoon should be somewhat drier, though still prone to be damp with perhaps patchy drizzle. There will be an E. wind, perhaps up to force 4 later on, this making it feel cold & raw. though temperatures should reach 5 or 6 as a maximum. Rain will return later in the night.

Temperature at obs. time today                       0815	3.5
Maximum temperature (last 24hrs)	4.6
Minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	3.0
Grass minimum temperature (last 24hrs)	1.8
Rainfall total (last 24hrs)	1.4mms
Barometer at observation time today	1003mbs
Wind at observation time today	calm
This month’s highest temperature to date	10.5 (2nd)
This month’s lowest temperature to date	-3.2 (1st)
This month’s highest 24hr rainfall total to date	1.4 (6th)
THIS MONTH'S TOTAL RAINFALL TO DATE	1.4mms

AVERAGES & EXTREMES for PITLOCHRY in MARCH

Avg. max. temperature	8.4	Long term avg. rainfall	82mms
Avg min. temperature	1.1	Wettest month	178 (1994)
Record high temperature	21.7 (2012)	Driest month	11.7 (2012)
Record low temperature	-11.2 (1986)

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LOCAL AREA OUTLOOK

FRIDAY ONWARDS---The emphasis will be on overcast conditions on both FRIDAY & SATURDAY, with a  raw E. wind, making it feel cold. Precipitation on Friday will take the form of spells of rain, which may prove rather persistent. SATURDAY sees a risk of the rain turning more to sleet or snow, with some more significant accumulations above 300ms. Remaining cold, with temperatures struggling around 3 degrees. The following days may prove drier & brighter, but it will be very cold with night time frost.