Signs of a wind up.

So, nothing much new to report.  It is August.  The mornings will see some early morning low fog along the coast, lifting to higher fog by mid morning.  Sun will come out some time around the lunch hour.  The onshore winds will pick up through the afternoon.  High along the water in the upper 60s, low 70s downtown and on the coastal shelf.  High 70s and low 80s as you head into the mountains the better spots around the Bay.  The interior is still warm with highs in the mid 90s.  Basically, the same weather we have had all month.  Sure, it is a bit cooler than a few weeks ago, but not much.

Best time of the day is when the fog pulls out to reveal a beautiful day.  Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz.

By late in the work week, another low pressure system will works its way into the Gulf of Alaska, perhaps sending a short wave our way, along with some cooling.  Any precipitation from this thing will stay well to our north and east.  It may also cut off and linger off our coast.  That would bring cooling as well.  By mid next week, high pressure makes a resurgence in the Pacific basin, but again next weekend, more energy organizes in the Bearing Sea and makes a dive for the south and east.  Chances are good for a second system to develop in the Gulf.  While this one would also stay well north, it is stirring the pot.  We don't expect much of a shift in the weather pattern, but if these storms were to increase in strength, it would suggest seasonal change.

Now is the time of year to enjoy the garden, the long days and great weather.  But it is also the time of year to start looking at your summer task list and make sure you hit all the top priority items.  Such as clean the gutters.  For me, it is build a French drain.  Others may be planning on building a terrace, cleaning the garage, going on an epic ride, or enjoying a day at the park.  No waning whistles yet, but start thinking about what you want to accomplish before the rain returns, and get 'er down.

Same old weather, with slight cooling through the week.  Although, not much, so really more of the same.