Good morning:
This summer's summertime weather continues summerly along. However, it's really not too "bad," as the temperature are hot, but not too hot. In fact, the nights have turned quite pleasant again, at least in the mountainous areas like in Jerusalem. And there doesn't seem to be any real change in sight.
The reason for our fairly stable is weather is low pressure situated to our east, with high pressure situated over the northern part of the African continent. Between them, we have a fairly steady flow of air from our east (so it's hot), which mixes with a more cool westerly flow of air from the sea (so it's not too hot).
Of course, some of us might be feeling hot around the collar, as the government announces one tax increase after another. I guess our ministers don't feel that our overdrafts our high enough, so now we'll be able to use our overdraft (which the banks really encourage) to pay higher taxes. On the other hand, didn't quite a large number of Israeli citizens spend the previous summer campaigning for government sponsored (i.e, "free) education for kindergarten, etc? One can't blame the government for giving with one hand, while taking with the other (which then passes behind the back to the giving hand). The alternative would just give the banks a reason to charge higher interest rates.
Barry Lynn
Sunday, July 29, 2012
Thursday, July 26, 2012
Weather It Is (More Summer Weather)
Good morning:
It makes sense that the continuation of summer would bring more summer weather, especially in Israel where the only constants seem to be more hot weather and an occasional (or not so occasional) missile launched from Gaza.
Of course, the weather could turn extremely hot, which would make for more summer weather than we desire. However, looking ahead shows a fairly constant weather pattern with the hottest temperatures situated well to our east. We'll continue to have light to moderate westerly winds, which will bring warm and humid temperatures along the coast and very-warm and dry temperatures further inland. Hot weather will be the rule in the Jordan Valley and south to Eilat.
Having returned from a trip abroad, I can tell you that the good news is that missile attacks take longer to occur than a lightning "attack." We hardly ever have any lightning here in Israel during the summer -- so I guess there are those who like to make their own interesting weather for us to take care from. Or, is it just our government that treats these attacks like an attack of nature?
Barry Lynn
It makes sense that the continuation of summer would bring more summer weather, especially in Israel where the only constants seem to be more hot weather and an occasional (or not so occasional) missile launched from Gaza.
Of course, the weather could turn extremely hot, which would make for more summer weather than we desire. However, looking ahead shows a fairly constant weather pattern with the hottest temperatures situated well to our east. We'll continue to have light to moderate westerly winds, which will bring warm and humid temperatures along the coast and very-warm and dry temperatures further inland. Hot weather will be the rule in the Jordan Valley and south to Eilat.
Having returned from a trip abroad, I can tell you that the good news is that missile attacks take longer to occur than a lightning "attack." We hardly ever have any lightning here in Israel during the summer -- so I guess there are those who like to make their own interesting weather for us to take care from. Or, is it just our government that treats these attacks like an attack of nature?
Barry Lynn
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Weather It Is (H-Cow Batman: those were flying "Kipot.")
Summer just doesn't want to come. After a brief warm-up today, winds gusted strongly out of the west, ushering in much cooler air. In an amazing feat of flying, kippot (Yarmulkes) became air born in Neve Daniel and landed on the heads of the unsuspecting in Efrat, just to the east (but across a rather large valley). Of course, these heads were already empty, as Kippot were seen flying eastward (hopefully) from Efrat to Tekoa on strong winds.
The winds were so strong that those who were fortunate to have covered pools were soon to find out that their pools were uncovered. This is much worse than having a kippa fly off and reveal a bald head, instead of a Toupe.
In any case, the winds should subside a bit, but looking ahead another storm should approach on Friday and then winds will pick up again in its wake.
In summary, the weather will not be too cool or too warm, and unless there is a concerted effort by towns located through Israel to return all the Kippot to their rightful owners, Kippot stores are going to be doing a brisk and very good business for the next week or two. By the way, I lost my favorite Kippa right before our winter's only real snow. If you've seen that, please return -- thank you.
I also have an hub cap that someone lost, and I saw another one on David Ha Melech Street near the bench up on the way to the Efrat Matnas. These would make good Kippot, except they're a bit large.
Barry Lynn
The winds were so strong that those who were fortunate to have covered pools were soon to find out that their pools were uncovered. This is much worse than having a kippa fly off and reveal a bald head, instead of a Toupe.
In any case, the winds should subside a bit, but looking ahead another storm should approach on Friday and then winds will pick up again in its wake.
In summary, the weather will not be too cool or too warm, and unless there is a concerted effort by towns located through Israel to return all the Kippot to their rightful owners, Kippot stores are going to be doing a brisk and very good business for the next week or two. By the way, I lost my favorite Kippa right before our winter's only real snow. If you've seen that, please return -- thank you.
I also have an hub cap that someone lost, and I saw another one on David Ha Melech Street near the bench up on the way to the Efrat Matnas. These would make good Kippot, except they're a bit large.
Barry Lynn
Friday, April 27, 2012
Weather It Is (A Tropical Shot)
Good Afternoon:
It's been a while since I last wrote a weather blog. Yet, the weather was simply nice, and then it
was nice another day, and then another day. In fact, there was only one hot day all month and I don't remember any hot days in March. So, the weather has been better than nice: superb. Independence day was actually the best weather I ever remember: sunny and just a bit mild.
Yet, it looks like humidity will be on the increase as a tropical system approaches from the Southwest. This system will approach on Sunday and then the southwest flow of moisture (from the tropical system) will stick around for a few days. So, it might feel a bit humid, even though temperatures are not suppose to be particularly warm. There may even be some rain, and one should keep an eye on the forecast for possible flooding rains.
Looking further ahead again shows that we're heading into a "no-weather" pattern. However, this doesn't mean that the daytime temperatures won't be warmer than the nighttime temperatures or that the wind will cease to blow. It just means that we're not expecting any rain or any high heat. So enjoy.
Shabbat Shalom,
Barry Lynn
It's been a while since I last wrote a weather blog. Yet, the weather was simply nice, and then it
was nice another day, and then another day. In fact, there was only one hot day all month and I don't remember any hot days in March. So, the weather has been better than nice: superb. Independence day was actually the best weather I ever remember: sunny and just a bit mild.
Yet, it looks like humidity will be on the increase as a tropical system approaches from the Southwest. This system will approach on Sunday and then the southwest flow of moisture (from the tropical system) will stick around for a few days. So, it might feel a bit humid, even though temperatures are not suppose to be particularly warm. There may even be some rain, and one should keep an eye on the forecast for possible flooding rains.
Looking further ahead again shows that we're heading into a "no-weather" pattern. However, this doesn't mean that the daytime temperatures won't be warmer than the nighttime temperatures or that the wind will cease to blow. It just means that we're not expecting any rain or any high heat. So enjoy.
Shabbat Shalom,
Barry Lynn
Thursday, April 5, 2012
Weather It Is (Spring has Arrived and so have Missiles)
Good afternoon:
It's quite warm outside and it is going to stay warm for a few days.
Low pressure dipping down over Central Europe is drawing warm air from the continent of Africa. The warm flow of air will continue into early next week, when the low pressure approaches -- weakens -- and then slides into our area.
As the area of low pressure peters-out, the chance of rain will diminish, but there is the chance of rain nevertheless. Hopefully, it won't be a muddy rain like our last one.
Of course, we should be happy that only mud falls from the sky. Late last night one or two missiles fell on Eilat. Of course, there's nothing we can do but put up the umbrella, as we left the Sinai to the Egyptians many years ago. And, as our Defense Minister says: "Terrorism -- like the weather -- isn't going away anytime soon." I certainly feel a lot safer, knowing this.
The mayor of Eilat says that life will go on as normal, and he encourages visitors (including ourselves). Fortunately, on this side of town we only worry about large hail storms in the form of rocks. But, even the famous NY Times columnist Thomas Friedman thinks of the throwing of large hail stones as a form of "non-violent" protest. So, we too have nothing to worry about either, which is too bad since the weather really gives us no cause for concern!
Barry Lynn
It's quite warm outside and it is going to stay warm for a few days.
Low pressure dipping down over Central Europe is drawing warm air from the continent of Africa. The warm flow of air will continue into early next week, when the low pressure approaches -- weakens -- and then slides into our area.
As the area of low pressure peters-out, the chance of rain will diminish, but there is the chance of rain nevertheless. Hopefully, it won't be a muddy rain like our last one.
Of course, we should be happy that only mud falls from the sky. Late last night one or two missiles fell on Eilat. Of course, there's nothing we can do but put up the umbrella, as we left the Sinai to the Egyptians many years ago. And, as our Defense Minister says: "Terrorism -- like the weather -- isn't going away anytime soon." I certainly feel a lot safer, knowing this.
The mayor of Eilat says that life will go on as normal, and he encourages visitors (including ourselves). Fortunately, on this side of town we only worry about large hail storms in the form of rocks. But, even the famous NY Times columnist Thomas Friedman thinks of the throwing of large hail stones as a form of "non-violent" protest. So, we too have nothing to worry about either, which is too bad since the weather really gives us no cause for concern!
Barry Lynn
Saturday, March 24, 2012
Weather It Is (Winter's Last Gasp)
It's certainly been nice and today (Shabbat) was the nicest day in quite a while -- although a bit of dust in the air made the day seem not quite as nice as it might have been.
On the other hand, things are never quite exactly how we want them, and it's usually the wanting that causes the discontent, if not problems.
Well with that said, I think I'll mention that the weather is suppose to muddle along for another day and then turn colder. If everything fell into place, there might even be some snow (flakes) mixed in with the rain that should fall during the mid-week period. Right now, there is still a lot uncertainty in the forecast rain amounts, with greater amounts being associated with colder, more "winter-like" weather. So, it will either be rainy, or maybe really rainy with winter cold.
Until then, enjoy another nice day, and if you see any UN folks around, bring them over to our local Rami-Levy so they can shop with our local Arab neighbors.
Barry Lynn
On the other hand, things are never quite exactly how we want them, and it's usually the wanting that causes the discontent, if not problems.
Well with that said, I think I'll mention that the weather is suppose to muddle along for another day and then turn colder. If everything fell into place, there might even be some snow (flakes) mixed in with the rain that should fall during the mid-week period. Right now, there is still a lot uncertainty in the forecast rain amounts, with greater amounts being associated with colder, more "winter-like" weather. So, it will either be rainy, or maybe really rainy with winter cold.
Until then, enjoy another nice day, and if you see any UN folks around, bring them over to our local Rami-Levy so they can shop with our local Arab neighbors.
Barry Lynn
Monday, March 19, 2012
Weather It Is (Up and Down)
It's been brought to my attention that there will be an influx of dust along with our easterly winds. This certainly makes for greater difficulty for people with Asthma, etc.
Well, the weather certainly is nice, although a bit nippy. In fact, this morning felt colder than yesterday's real cold -- as there was a stiff wind from the north.
Looking ahead, one sees pretty much nothing to write about all week, except for a bit of an up, and then a bit of a down in the temperatures, before another up (of no real consequence). Looking a bit farther out, there may be some rain early next week, but at the moment the "impending" foul weather doesn't look too foul.
Speaking of looking ahead, I've decided that one really should look where one is going, lest one end up somewhere unexpected. Putting this idea into practice, though, is bit too farsighted for me.
Barry Lynn
Well, the weather certainly is nice, although a bit nippy. In fact, this morning felt colder than yesterday's real cold -- as there was a stiff wind from the north.
Looking ahead, one sees pretty much nothing to write about all week, except for a bit of an up, and then a bit of a down in the temperatures, before another up (of no real consequence). Looking a bit farther out, there may be some rain early next week, but at the moment the "impending" foul weather doesn't look too foul.
Speaking of looking ahead, I've decided that one really should look where one is going, lest one end up somewhere unexpected. Putting this idea into practice, though, is bit too farsighted for me.
Barry Lynn
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