Thursday January 25th 2007

The Final Weather Rock Report
Thursday January 25th 2007
Location: The Townsend Cabin, Townsend MT

Again a completely beautiful day today. It appears I have experienced practically every facet Montana has to offer from sub zero freezing snow to stunningly beautiful clear big skies matched with pleasant breezes.
As much as I have enjoyed sending these reports this is my 60th report, this shall be my final report for this season. I hope I have giving perhaps a small insight into the ever changing weather and wildlife in this wild and rugged state, and I hope you have enjoyed reading them even half as much as I have enjoyed writing them. I thank you all for your patience and support in this most fascinating endeavor to provide both written and photographic evidence of Montana’s weather.
I have made a good new friend in The Weather Rockette, and I know she has the potential to go far- perhaps in spite of my humble training.
(Note from the Weather Rockette: I cannot express what a wonderful job The Weather Rock has done with my training. I look forward to spending the next months and hopefully years with him.)

I am also happy to have tried to give you some insight as to the winter rituals practiced by the ever mysterious ‘Human Kind’ They perhaps will always find new and amazing ways to entertain and confuse me. But that is just the way they area.
I am attaching two photographs- one showing the weather for today and the second one of my favorites which I feel shows the beauty of Montana in a slight way- as photographs can never truly capture the majesty of it.
So it is with a semi heavy heart I give you the final weather report- Cooler this morning, 23.0 however reaching a high of 46.9 at 5 PM and as of this writing the temperature is 28.0.

I will hold all of you in deep esteem and I with you all the best.

The Weather Rock and Weather Rockette

Wednesday January 24th 2007

The Weather Rock Report
Wednesday January 24th 2007
Location: The Townsend Cabin, Townsend MT

A beautiful clear and spring like day today. No wind, clouds and 40+ degrees makes it seems more like fall then Spring (spring can be damp and windy) and the family seems to be enjoying the weather. No outdoor activities today however. Them seem to be busy working inside. 28.8 degrees this morning reaching a high of 50.0 4 PM and as of this writing the temperature 30.9.

I will post my next report tomorrow,

The Weather Rock

Tuesday January 23rd 2007

The Weather Rock Report
Tuesday January 23rd 2007
Location: The Townsend Cabin, Townsend MT

Partly cloudy today, with clouds thickening as the day progressed. At around 3 Pm very fine partials of snow feel for around ten minutes (more closely resembling ash from a chimney then snow) however in the mid to high 30 degree weather they melted immediately.
The family seemed very busy today, moving boxes, running machines that pull dirt out of the house and store in a small bag, shaking out large thick square cloths and holding fowl smelling smaller clothes in their hands. No fires tonight and the coyotes seem to be out in force. I can hear their yips and yowls quite clearly.

I will post my next report tomorrow,

The Weather Rock

Monday January 22nd 2007

The Weather Rock Report
Monday January 22nd 2007
Location: The Townsend Cabin, Townsend MT

Cool today and slightly cloudy. It feels colder then the previous day due to the higher humidity and heavier breezes I suppose. 34.0 this morning reaching a high of 41.0 at 4 PM and as of this writing the temperature is 33.1. Perhaps there will be snow in the forecast, yet the clouds would need to thicken up more before that would happen.
The youngest son spend the late afternoon in the outbuilding right next to the house. There was much banging and sawing then after dark he and the father figure carried out a giant contraption. It was like a giant bow laying crossways attached to a stand of some sort, and when pulled back it shot a wooden stick 15 yards across the lawn. He called it a ‘ballista’.
I don’t see how this could be helpful in killing animals for food as it is much to bulky and noisy. The family was impressed with his success however.

I will post my next report tomorrow,

The Weather Rock

Sunday January 21st 2007

The Weather Rock Report
Sunday January 21st 2007
Location: The Townsend Cabin, Townsend MT

Not much to report on the weather front today. 27.0 degrees this morning reaching a high of 35.1 at 4 PM and as of this writing it is 30.9 and clear.
The family came out yet again this evening to continue their sacred rituals and I was able to obtain photographic evidence of them this time. Note the burning sticks in their hands- it appears they created them today (an improvement on the ones made yesterday, they lasted twice as long and burned brighter) and there was much excitement and jubilation. They can now use these sticks as protection from predators and lighting up the darkness. However they seem to take more enjoyment by swinging them around wildly in a show of power, and noise delights them also. They seemed to enjoy themselves very much again today, and we enjoyed watching their wild antics.

I will post my next report tomorrow,

The Weather Rock

Saturday January 20th 2007

The Weather Rock Report
Saturday January 20th 2007
Location: The Townsend Cabin, Townsend MT

Well it seems sometimes predictions can come true, even concerning the weather. It snowed this midmorning leaving 1 inch of soft snow on the ground. However as you can see in the photographic evidence that by 4:20 PM it has mostly melted or was blown away by the wind.
Because of the unseasonable warmth, the family started in the backyard some sort of ritual called a ‘camp fire’ it seems them having a fire inside wasn’t enough work for them so they started another outside in the back yard. They cooked plain tasting ceremonial food over the open flames- and they built a second fire for warmth. They would then dish the hot food onto cold metal plates and try to eat the food before it cooled. It seems that while outside in 30 degree weather the outside would become very cold yet the inside of the meat was still hot enough to cause great discomfort. They also seemed to stand in the smoke a lot (which proved difficult as the wind kept changing directions)and added great bunches of juniper and grass that would smoke heavily then flair up brightly showering sparks- all as a sort of purification rite I suppose. As it grew dark I expected them to go inside but it wasn’t until 9 PM that their festivities ended. They dumped a bucket of purified water on the fires signified the end of the world then went inside in high spirits.

I will post my next report tomorrow,

The Weather Rock

Friday January 19th 2007

The Weather Rock Report
Friday January 19th 2007
Location: The Townsend Cabin, Townsend MT

Partly cloudy clearing as the day progressed. Very warm feeling here compared to the extreme cold and wind in Bozeman. 27.0 this morning reaching a high of 37.1 at 6 PM today. As of this writing the temperature is 23.2 and the clouds may possible be bringing snow. Of course your guess is as good as mine, I am here to report the weather not forecast it. So we shall see what tomorrow brings.

I will post my next report tomorrow,

The Weather Rock

Wednesday January 18th 2007

The Weather Rockette Report
Wednesday January 18th 2007
Location: The Townsend Cabin, Townsend MT

Well I am back to my original post, the family has returned here to Townsend for a short stay again. This time however they were kind enough to transport my new companion the Weather Rockette. In celebration I will be giving her the honor of writing this report.

Greetings, I am the Weather Rockette and this is my first report. I would like to thank the ever wise and all knowing Weather Rock for training me, this has been a dream of mine for some time to be in this field of work. However as the Weather Rock is suggesting I must give a report on the weather.
It was bright, or sunny today. Here in Townsend there is no snow, which means everything looks browner. I miss the view of the mountains however this area holds it’s own charm. We are in a canyon and the rock walls on wither side are comforting, and the trees are very pretty to look at. I am enjoying my new post. Oh, yes back to the weather- much warmer up here 24.1 degrees this morning reaching a high of 32.0 and right now the temperature is 26.1.

I will post my next report tomorrow,

The Weather Rock

Wednesday January 17th 2007

The Weather Rock Report
Wednesday January 17th 2007
Location: The Bozeman House Front Yard, Bozeman, MT

Well it seems that my wish for clouds was granted today- however they were to thick to take decent photographic evidence. This morning there were very thick low clouds and by 10 AM it started snowing. It started with small flurries that grew to larger flakes and it looked like we were in for quite a long storm, however by 11:30 AM the sky cleared completely and the storm was over, leaving an inch and a half of fluffy snow. Then at 4 PM it clouded over again giving the appearance of an early sunset and as of this writing it is still very overcast.
6.1 degrees this morning reaching a high of 26.1 at 5 PM and as of this writing the temperature is 14.0.
One of the family members (the young girl) left in the midst of the storm, it seemed she needed to go to a place to renew her rights to drive a motorized vehicle, and needed to prove she could drive in all sorts of weather. However the wisdom of her decision was that she wanted to leave before the snow turned to ice on the road- which must have been another way of gaining rank with what they call the DMV tribe for she arrived back with permission granted. I wonder what they do with the ones who don’t pass their difficult and mysterious DMV sacred forms…?

I will post my next report tomorrow,

The Weather Rock

Tuesday January 16th 2007

The Weather Rock Report
Tuesday January 16th 2007
Location: The Bozeman House Front Yard, Bozeman, MT

A slight warming trend today giving a sense of false hope, however the temperature quickly plummeted back down to cooler temperatures. –2.0 this morning reaching a high of 25.0 at 5 PM and as of this writing the temperature is 6.1.
I wish the photographic evidence could accurately show the absolute beauty of the scenery situated around me. A very pretty sunset today, my only wish is there would be a few clouds in the sky- because then the light reflects off of them adding a wonderful contrast. However this is indeed Big Sky Country.

I will post my next report tomorrow,

The Weather Rock

Monday January 15th 2007

The Weather Rock Report
Monday January 15th 2007
Location: The Bozeman House Front Yard, Bozeman, MT

Again, cold and clear today. And by clear there were no clouds in the sky today and bright, bright sunlight giving the appearance of much warmer temperatures then were actually present.
–9.9 this morning reaching a high of 17.1 at 5 PM and as of this writing the temperature is 1.0. It could be said that today was warmer then the past few days, and I must admit 15 degrees could be considered much more pleasant then –15 degrees. In all honesty the difference between –1 and 5 degrees above is immense- at least to the one experiencing it.

I will post my next report tomorrow,

The Weather Rock

Sunday January 14th 2007

The Weather Rock Report
Sunday January 14th 2007
Location: The Bozeman House Front Yard, Bozeman, MT

Very bright sun giving the appearance of heat, however the sub zero temperatures have continued. –8.1 this morning reaching a high of 12.9 degrees at 5 PM this evening. As of this writing the temperature is –4.0. The wind has been blowing from the southeast most of the day today, between 6-8 miles per hour.
We have finally solved the mystery of what was causing the strange tracks in the snow beside and behind our station. First it was assumed to be coyotes, then dogs, cats, birds and finally the mystery was solved.
It has been a heard of deer. We managed to catch slightly blurry photographic evidence of them, and that is the photograph of the day. You can see one of their eyes reflecting in the shot.
They appear to be using the house as a sort of wind block, and have enjoyed trying to feast on some of the bushes placed in the front yard. However the family showed some uncommon sense and planted bushes that would be unpalatable to the deer.
We counted around 2 to 6 deer (we were unable to tell because it was very dark and then the family managed to startle them away.)

I will post my next report tomorrow,

The Weather Rock

Saturday January 13th 2007

The Weather Rock Report
Saturday January 13th 2007
Location: The Bozeman House Front Yard, Bozeman, MT

Again cold and clear today. –18.9 degrees this morning reach a high of 5.0 at 5 PM. As of this writing the temperature is –9.0 and a windchill of –20.0.
I would like to pass on some wonderful advice and a weather report I received the other day from a noted Mr. Elmtree. He resides in the start of Tennessee, and has been one of the many receiving my reports via a Mrs. Harris- who then forwarded it to me. It was a lovely surprise for me to be the receiver of this. While I would love to take credit for this lovely piece of advice all credit goes to him.

I hope you do not mind my forwardness. Allow me to introduce myself. I am Mr. Elmtree and currently reside in Tennessee. Your reports have inspired me and I couldn't help but think of you when Ms. Daffodil and Ms. Lillie came to me the other day. They sought my advice and I would like to share my response with you.


"Quiet! Listen. I know I am old, as is he, and overly cautious but that is why you have come to me seeking advice.

As I look down upon you, I see that in your youth and exuberance to show the world your delicate beauty, you have sprung forth perhaps too soon. The balmy breezes and warm sun have lured you once again with the promise of an early spring. And now, that you have watched the cardinal stuff himself furiously with seed to weather the chilliness of the night, you are worried that you have acted in haste.

As for me, I have seen the coming of many new seasons. I have watched in sadness the rebirth of my new coat of green wither in their youth and fall to the ground precipitously. It was only yesterday that I whispered to them "not yet my children." For I can feel him over my shoulder and can hear his slow and steady footsteps. He has not yet quit the race.

While he is as old as the hills, it remains to be seen if he will falter and grow weary before the new and strong season can pass him by.

But then, if you should wait in cautiousness, the world will be denied your colorful and amazing splendor, and the eternal hope of an early spring. So, I say to you, "Throw caution to the wind and uncover your smiling faces. For truly, unlike me, you only live once!"
And I will spread my branches to their fullness to watch over and protect you should Old Man winter pass this way."

I will post my next report tomorrow,

The Weather Rock

Friday January 12th 2007

The Weather Rock Report
Friday January 12th 2007
Location: The Bozeman House Front Yard, Bozeman, MT
Very, very cold and clear all day today. –18.3 this morning reaching a high of –0.0 at 4 PM today and as of this writing the temperature is –16.1 degrees. The family traversed several times to their motorized vehicles. First one would go out and start the vehicle (which has been plugged into a power cord to keep the engine warm) then around 15 minutes later there would be a mad rush of the entire family moving towards the vehicle at the fastest possible speed. However they were slowed down by the fact the doors were frozen shut. So then there would be a few moments of them franticly tugging on the doors until they would finally open. Then in a blink of an eye (figuratively speaking) they would disappear into the vehicle and slam shut the doors they tried so hard to open. Returning home they would pause a moment as if to gather courage, fling open the doors and rush to the front door and into the safety of inside.
A very entertaining moment in a long cold day.

I will post my next report tomorrow,

The Weather Rock

Thursday January 11th 2007

The Weather Rock Report
Thursday January 11th 2007
Location: The Bozeman House Front Yard, Bozeman, MT

I can say with a safe conscious that today was the most unpleasant weather I have experienced so far this winter.
Snowing, very low cloud cover, –3 degrees this morning, coupled with the wind blowing at 23 miles per hour made things very cold and unpleasant. It stayed very windy, snowy, hazy, and cold all day today, clearing at 4 PM (when the photographic evidence was taken- it looks very peaceful, calm and clear yet that was not the case all of today and last night, and it was still windy when the photograph was taken) The wind was blowing so hard it swept the snow away in open places making small drifts in other places. Very fine snow, not as hard as sugar but the similar in size.
The high today was 3.1 degrees and as of this writing the temperature is –8.2 with a 10 mile per hour wind-chill factor making it feel as if it is –25 degrees.
Winter has stuck once again, I am surprised that only 2 days ago it felt as if spring had arrived with a high of 53.2 degrees.

I will post my next report tomorrow,

The Weather Rock

Wednesday January 10th 2007

The Weather Rock Report
Wednesday January 10th 2007
Location: The Bozeman House Front Yard, Bozeman, MT

46.0 degrees this morning, which was also the high for today. Partly sunny and windy this morning yet it was appearing that it was going to be a repeat of the day before. However at noon the temperature was 39.0 degrees and in less then an hour the temperature dropped more then 10 degrees, the wind started gusting very highly and then it started snowing. 1 inch of snow fell accompanied by high winds and as of this writing the temperature is 21.4 degrees with a windchill of 15.0 degrees. (I am adding the windchill mention because the wind is blowing very strongly and is attributing to the very cold feeling weather.)

I will post my next report tomorrow,

The Weather Rock

Tuesday January 9th 2007

The Weather Rock Report
Tuesday January 9th 2007
Location: The Bozeman House Front Yard, Bozeman, MT

Warm and pleasant today. 36.0 this morning reaching a high of 53.2 at 4 PM today and as of this writing the temperature is 37.9.
Bright friendly sunshine, and unseasonable warm temperatures combine to make it seems almost as if spring has arrived (although I know it is still a good 3 months away). It appears my feelings were shared by the family who took a trip in the car and were gone for a few hours and returned in high spirits. They did stop at the place from which few return- known as ‘Wal-mart’ but it appears that the fine weather coupled with high spirits made It’s ill effects to none effect.

I will post my next report tomorrow,

The Weather Rock

Monday January 8th 2007

The Weather Rock Report
Monday January 8th 2007
Location: The Bozeman House Front Yard, Bozeman, MT

Warm and somewhat windy today. Slightly thick cloud cover interspaced with bright patches of sunlight. I have attached photographic evidence of the sun breaking through the clouds in a very dramatic fashion. You may view this by observing the light in the upper North- North West.
The snow once again is melting away, 42.1 degrees this morning reaching a high of 43.0 at 3 PM and as of this writing the temperature is 30.0.
An interesting fact, because of the very apparent melting and refreezing where ever the tires of motorized transportation vehicles have compacted the snow it has melted and refrozen into very dense and slippery ice.
I consider Ice a semi-cousin of mine, very hard, most often appearing in shades of grey and blue and very beautiful. I do consider it a flighty type however, it never seems to saty in once place for long and turns into the ever unpredictable water.

I will post my next report tomorrow,

The Weather Rock

Sunday January 7th 2007

The Weather Rock Report
Sunday January 7th 2007
Location: The Bozeman House Front Yard, Bozeman, MT

Cool and overcast today with a slight wind. 21.0 this morning reaching a high of 39.9 at 5 PM. As of this writing the temperature is 39.0.
The snow is a very odd texture. It appears to be frozen solid however it is actually very find and not solid- the texture of ground up plastic type pellets.
It appears the eldest son in the family departed to return to his knowledge isolation infusion unit. The family enjoying having him visiting very much- as did the Weather Rockette and I. He was instrumental in our trip to the mythical ‘Ski Resort’ an experience I shall never forget.

I will post my next report tomorrow,

The Weather Rock

Saturday January 6th 2007

The Weather Rock Report
Saturday January 6th 2007
Location: The Bozeman House Front Yard, Bozeman, MT

Extremely windy all day today. The morning started with thick yet patchy cloud cover and the wind blowing steadily. By 2 PM there was very heavy cloud cover that gave the appearance of evening and the wind was blowing very strong with hard gusts. It snowed briefly yet the wind was blowing so strongly it didn’t have a chance to stick to the ground.
All in all it was the windiest day here in my experience this winter. Makes me quite glad I am a rock, instead of a lighter object like say- a tumbleweed. Although it would be an exciting if not short lived life.

I will post my next report tomorrow,

The Weather Rock

Friday January 5th 2007

The Weather Rock Report
Friday January 5th 2007
Location: The Bozeman House Front Yard, Bozeman, MT

The cold weather has continued, around 1 inch of light snow fell early this morning melting as the day progressed. Interesting cloud cover today- heavy clouds in some areas interspaced with bright blue sky. 19.9 degrees this morning reaching a high of 30.0 at 3 PM. As of this writing the temperature is 16.5.
Very quiet on the home front, it seems the family is recovering from their trip yesterday.
The temperature was 30.9 this morning reaching a high of 32.0 at 12 PM and as of this writing the temperature is 19.0.

I will post my next report tomorrow.

The Weather Rock

Thursday January 4th 2007

The Weather Rock Report
Thursday January 4th 2007
Location: The Bozeman House Front Yard, Bozeman, MT

This is a longer then usual report however we were finally able to journey to the most sacred offering ground- the ‘Ski Resort’.
The warm weather started dropping slightly and then early this AM is started to snow slightly. 1 inch of snow fell down here while up at the offering ground they received 4 inches of snow.
With much jubilation and excitement the 3 youngest members of the family prepared very early this AM to journey to the scared spot. They prepared themselves by the wearing of many layers of ceremonial clothing, head coverings, and hand coverings. Then taking us with them they headed to the sacred place.
The road to the area was icy and covered in snow through a semi narrow canyon, (I assume to make it harder for the less devout to make it to the place) and after driving for 35 minutes they arrived.
They went and using money for their first offering rented long thin polished pieces of an unknown wood like substance yet much more flexible and light called ‘skis’. They also acquired hard heavy boots that encased their feet and ankles firmly and prevented them from walking any faster then a measured hobble- another way of showing respect I assume.
Then taking thin poles that would click into the specially made boots into the attachments on the ‘skis’ and slide across the snow.
Then with much excitement and jubilation they slid across the snow (using the poles to help push themselves) the then would then embark on automated transportation devices to carry themselves up the hill. The transportation devices at this particular offering site moved very slowly- allowing the cold to seep fully through their ceremonial robes- to offer much time for contemplation and respect.
Once reaching the top then would then throw themselves down the mountain at high speeds exalting in the rush and feeling of freedom.
They did this many times throughout the day stopping only once to eat a ceremonial meal. It appears that most all ‘Ski Resorts’ are known for serving only the best tasting and finest food served in the entire state- so as to not offend the gods.
The group spent the entire day, and left in very happy and high spirits. It seems these offering sites renew and refresh the person making the offering.We enjoyed ourselves very much as well and I regret the day being over.
28.0 this morning reaching a high of 37.0 at 5 PM and as of this writing the temperature is 21.9.

I will post my next report tomorrow.

The Weather Rock

Wednesday January 3rd 2007

The Weather Rock Report
Wednesday January 3rd 2007
Location: The Bozeman House Front Yard, Bozeman, MT

The warming trend holds steady, 46.9 this morning that was also the high for today. 45.0 degrees at 4 PM this afternoon and as of this writing the temperature is 41.0 degrees.
The wind is the main reason for preserving the snow. It has been blowing steadily all day and the temperature has started dropping. There is precipitation forecast for the next 2 days, hopefully the temperature keeps dropping and it will snow again.

I will post my next report tomorrow,

The Weather Rock

Tuesday January 2nd 2007

The Weather Rock Report
Tuesday January 2nd 2007
Location: The Bozeman House Front Yard, Bozeman, MT

Complete reversal of the weather today. Starting last night the temperature started warming, 28.9 degrees this morning, 33.1 degrees at noon and as of this writing the temperature is 48.0 degrees.
Suffice to say the snow is melting rapidly- the eves are dripping, the sidewalks wet etc.
The wind has blown from the North, East, and West throughout the day and now it is blowing from the South West at 18 MPH.
It is slightly overcast and what snow is left is soggy and very wet.

I will post my next report tomorrow,

The Weather Rock

Monday January 1st 2007

The Weather Rock Report
Monday January 1st 2007
Location: The Bozeman House Front Yard, Bozeman, MT

As new week, and a new report happily welcoming the New Year. This is my 36th report sent, the start of my 6th week of reports.
The weather welcomed the New Year with clear skies and a fresh breeze. 5.0 degrees this morning reaching a high of 28.9 at 4 PM and as of this writing the temperature is 14.0.
As estimated yesterday things were much more quiet and subdued. The family stayed inside all day today, it seems they were watching a projected images on a small glass screen this evening. They seem to be watching a historical report on the Russian Tsars. It appears the cold weather has inspired them to relate with another cold weather country.
I have heard from other reports that Russia is very similar to Montana in weather and terrain appearance.
The moon is very full with moonlight reflecting off the snow and although my photographic evidence does show it you can see the trees and mountains in the far distance quite clearly by the moonlight.

I will post my next report tomorrow,

The Weather Rock

Sunday December 31st 2006

The Weather Rock Report
Sunday December 31st 2006
Location: The Bozeman House Front Yard, Bozeman, MT

Cold and slightly breezy today, warming as the day progressed. 1.9 degrees this morning reaching a high of 21.9 at 5 PM today and as of this writing the temperature is 20.1 degrees.
There is a slight cloud cover, yet you can still see the outline of the semi full and very bright moon.
The family and all of the neighbors seem to be in high spirits and celebrating all day today.
It seems today is an additional day of celebration in continuation of the Christmas-holiday-festival season. (Why do humans go most of the year with very few holidays then try to cram as many as they can into a very short period?) It is a celebration of the year ending and a new one beginning. It seems to be their last chance to act as wild and odd as possible before they start the new year afresh.
Evening has done nothing to stop their revelry, after they finished their dinner the youngest 3 ventured outside to take another stab at sliding down the hill in front of my station. They trooped outside wearing thick clothes to protect themselves from the cold (which after only a few moments they started talking off layers claiming to be ‘hot’)
Then the neighbors started letting lose what seem to me to be like colored bits of lightening. This excited the two youngest and they started doing war chants, with much shouting and clapping of hands- possibly to try and intimidate the other tribes.
After over an hour of revelry they returned to their shelter. Everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves a lot- yet I am assuming tomorrow shall be much quieter.

I will post my next report tomorrow.

The Weather Rock

Saturday December 30th 2006

The Weather Rock Report
Saturday December 30th 2006
Location: The Bozeman House Front Yard, Bozeman, MT

Cold and clear again all day today. Slightly hazy at sunrise and sunset, but clear for the rest of the day.
The photographic evidence looks like it is snowing however that is the reflection of the very shimmering snow. It has a powdery bottom layer, firm middle layer (around 1 inch thick, you have to ‘break through’ to reach the powdery underneath, and on the very tip a very fine layer of frost/snow.
The snow is slowly settling, and being blown away by the slight breeze- however all things considering there has been hardly any wind at all.
1.9 degrees this morning reaching a high of 21.0 at 5 PM and as of this writing the temperature is 3.9 degrees.

I will post my next report tomorrow,

The Weather Rock

Friday December 29th 2006

The Weather Rock Report
Friday December 29th 2006
Location: The Bozeman House Front Yard, Bozeman, MT

Cold- and very clear all day today. 10.0 degrees this morning reaching a high of 21.1 at 4 PM today and as of this writing the temperature is 11.2 degrees.
The sky was very clear and blue and the sun shone very brightly, giving the appearance of warmth yet it stayed quite chilly.
Where even the snow has been compacted (such as by a human mobile metal transportation device) it is very very slippery, and will squeak when walked on. One of the younger human females took a walk and almost slipped several times, and I observed several human mobile metal transportation devices driving much to quickly and would swerve and almost lose control on the ice and snow.
I should mention the family that lives in the home where I am stationed seem to be very safe drivers.
The snow is quite beautiful and glitters brilliantly in the sunlight.

I will post my next report tomorrow.

The Weather Rock

Thursday December 28th 2006

The Weather Rock Report
Thursday December 28th 2006
Location: The Bozeman House Front Yard, Bozeman, MT

Well well well, one word to describe today- SNOW.
Last night not 30 minutes after I had written my report the temperature dropped in the atmosphere and it stopped raining and started snowing. The front walk was shoveled no less then 5 times- the family was expecting the snow to stop early in the morning like it usually does but it continued falling and It did not stop until 12 PM today leaving 11 lovely inches of very light powdery clean snow.
In fact the snow is so deep we are both completely covered- I have added a notification device to help better show our location in the photographic evidence.
It cleared briefly around 2 PM then it quickly clouded over again.
This morning the temperature was 21.3 degrees reaching a high of 26.1 at 2 PM. As of this writing the temperature is dropping rapidly (9 degrees in the past hour) and is 14.2 degrees.

I will post my next report tomorrow.

The Weather Rock

Wednesday December 27th 2006

The Weather Rock Report
Wednesday December 27th 2006
Location: The Bozeman House Front Yard, Bozeman, MT

The rain in Spain falls mainly on the plan. The rain today hopefully is not here to stay.
33.1 degrees this morning reaching a high of 42.5 at 5 PM this evening. As of this writing the temperature is 33.1 degrees and raining.
Cloudy, overcast and foggy all day today with rain falling for around and hour at 2 PM, with light rain that has been sprinkling throughout the rest of the day.
The rain is a first for this winter, everyone seems very glad it rained after Christmas. The family has been spending most of their day inside playing with their new presents however they did venture out around noon and returned with no plastic carry bags. They went out to see a ‘movie’ a flashing light show projected in a darkened room emulating other people suffering more then the people watching. It always ends well (in most all movies) to show that with hard work you may succeed in the pack.

I will post my next report tomorrow,

The Weather Rock