Kyle has a 40% chance of acquiring tropical characteristics later this week. November tropical storms occur on average every other year and November hurricanes every three years.
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40% chance of acquiring tropical characteristics later this week.
Average November tropical storm frequency: one every other year.
Average November hurricane frequency: one every three years.
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Recon Weather fundraiser exceeds daily goal, raises $2,150
Recon Weather reported raising $2,150 today, $150 over its $2,000 target, contributing $705 toward equipment for the 2027 season. The amount funds materials for roughly 15 radiosondes, part of a $25,000 campaign.
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Daily fundraising total: $2,150, $150 above the $2,000 goal.
Funds cover materials for about 15 radiosondes.
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- Original post
- Recon Weather: A Storm Research Mission - Linked page
NAM regional weather model ends after 21-year run
NAM regional weather model ended its 21-year run on Tuesday. It was noted for accurately forecasting the QPF max between Albany and Utica during the 2007 Valentine’s Day blizzard, enabling a 40-inch contour on a forecast map.
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21-year run concluded on Tuesday.
Produced accurate QPF max between Albany and Utica for the 2007 Valentine’s Day blizzard, supporting a 40-inch contour.
