So, when will the rains and mountain snows return? Not for a while, I’m afraid. I see forecasts of a weak weather system in about midweek but nothing major. Another round of drips and drizzle with wet weather in the ski areas and then warm and dry.
Nature is turning over in its sleep sensing the spring-like weather. I can hear it, “Oh hum, what now? Did I sleep through winter? Is this April already?” Wintering hummingbirds are sensing humans’ outdoor activity. What’s up with that? Buds swell on the trees, not good for fruit with frost certain yet to come. Insects are on the groggy side but exploring the warm weak sunshine.
What on earth will the groundhog think in just eight days? Why, he may even emerge before Feb. 2. Maybe not the official one in Pennsylvania, winter has a strong hold on the East Coast.
Remember, we are still in the realms of winter, maybe just on a fugacious escapade.
Patrick Timm is a local weather specialist. His column appears Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. Reach him at http://patricktimm.com.