Saturday, May 21, 2005
Recovery...sort of
Jason Samenow @ 12:13 AM
After record setting rains yesterday at all three airports (National recorded 2.63", Dulles 1.85" and BWI 1.97"), the sun emerges today. But don't let your guard down. Due to a little bit of spin in the atmosphere and cold air aloft, some isolated showers could form late in the afternoon. The odds are just about 1/4, but don't be shocked if a few returns dot the radar.
Speaking of odds and returns, Afleet Alex is given 5:2 odds of winning the Preakness in Baltimore later today. Kentucky Derby winner Giacomo is given 9:2 odds. Coverage of the race begins at 5pm on NBC. Temperatures at race time should be in mid to high 60s with just a minimal chance of a shower. While yesterday's rain will make the track a bit soft, it tends to drain fairly well and the morning sunshine should aid the drying process.
What's with the cold?
Yesterday's ridiculous cold actually forced me to bring out the winter coat. The high yesterday was just 59 degrees, but that's deceiving because it occurred at midnight the evening prior. Temperatures struggled to get out of the low 50s yesterday afternoon. And it felt even colder than that due to the 25-30mph winds.
As I mentioned the other day, we've only made it to 80 or higher twice this month, and there are no signs of 80 degree warmth in the extended forecast. Blame the somewhat persistent east coast trough. If you're eagerly anticipating summer, you're out of luck -- but if 70 degree weather is your cup of tea -- then you're in business.
Speaking of odds and returns, Afleet Alex is given 5:2 odds of winning the Preakness in Baltimore later today. Kentucky Derby winner Giacomo is given 9:2 odds. Coverage of the race begins at 5pm on NBC. Temperatures at race time should be in mid to high 60s with just a minimal chance of a shower. While yesterday's rain will make the track a bit soft, it tends to drain fairly well and the morning sunshine should aid the drying process.
What's with the cold?
Yesterday's ridiculous cold actually forced me to bring out the winter coat. The high yesterday was just 59 degrees, but that's deceiving because it occurred at midnight the evening prior. Temperatures struggled to get out of the low 50s yesterday afternoon. And it felt even colder than that due to the 25-30mph winds.
As I mentioned the other day, we've only made it to 80 or higher twice this month, and there are no signs of 80 degree warmth in the extended forecast. Blame the somewhat persistent east coast trough. If you're eagerly anticipating summer, you're out of luck -- but if 70 degree weather is your cup of tea -- then you're in business.
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