Dear Member,
With summer in its last month on the meteorology calendar, our observers are working hard to track a season of weather extremes. June surpassed the Observatory’s snowfall record for that month, and July experienced record rainfall.
As of this afternoon, summer 2023 is now the wettest on record at Mount Washington Observatory.
In her new Observer Comment, Weather Observer Alex Branton summarizes the dynamics causing all of the rain. Delve further into the science of heavy precipitation in Weather Observer Karl Philippoff’s blog post about Vermont’s early July flooding.
This active weather season has also brought many opportunities to meet with our community, energizing our commitment to climate and weather science on New England’s highest peak.
Our recent Annual Meeting allowed us to connect with many members and celebrate the exemplary dedication of two individuals, Jack Middleton and Guy Gosselin, who each received the Observatory’s first Founders Award.
In mid-July, weather was on our side as some 500 people attended Seek the Peak, helping us exceed our fundraising goal for this annual event that brings together the Observatory community and many aspects of the Mount Washington experience.
It’s been incredible to see many of you this summer. Your continued support and participation mean so much to all of us. For anyone wishing to help fund a new temperature sensor for the summit, we have a fundraiser happening on Facebook through Aug. 11. More info is included below.
Sincerely,