Snow fell until mid-afternoon when the wind picked up and temperatures began to drop 2-3 degrees C per hour. I left the house for about 20 minutes to more the snow -- about 10 cm (4 inches). It was very light and easy to move, so spending time outside was minimized. Overnight we expect temperatures to drop to -27C (-16F) with windchills in the range of -35C to -40C (-31F to -40F). We have a weather advisory in place for the cold temperatures and wind chill values. Tomorrow should be slightly warmer, but still with major wind chills. By Sunday, everything will be more seasonal with temperatures closer to the freezing point.
This is a polar vortex that extends from the arctic region into the southern US. Luckily, it seems to be moving quickly so we won't have this settle in for a week or more as I've experienced when living on the prairies. I will watch the snow tomorrow as it will sparkle and if I went out, the snow would sound squeaky. All are things I grew up, but being in the maritime area for almost 25 years, I've become softer and less willing to deal with mega cold snaps. <smile> Tonight I'll put on the extra winter blanket that is generally in use long before February. I'm also pulling out the sweatshirts, hoodies and sweaters to keep warm. <smile>
The title of a song intrigued me, so I'm sharing that here today. The title fits with the advancing cold air. The song is interesting with a melody that sticks in my head. Keep safe. Enjoy!
Sweater Weather -- The Neighborhood
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