This year it has been cold in the U.S. Southeast. Reminds me of 1976/77 when, if I recall correctly, Fairbanks seasonal min temp that winter was warmer than Cincinnati's until late in the winter when Fairbanks temps did drop off finally & ended up colder than at Cincinnati.
"Many schools and businesses closed or significantly curtailed activities on account of the rain..."
It dawns on me that a reader from the Lower 48, or even southern Alaska, might wonder why rain and warmth would cause closures. My childhood memories of such events in New England are of a lot of miserable slush, and waterlogged shoes and jackets. But in Fairbanks it's downright dangerous, especially where hills are concerned.
Very interesting Rick.
This year it has been cold in the U.S. Southeast. Reminds me of 1976/77 when, if I recall correctly, Fairbanks seasonal min temp that winter was warmer than Cincinnati's until late in the winter when Fairbanks temps did drop off finally & ended up colder than at Cincinnati.
Indeed. Fairbanks DJF 1976-77 min was only -24F but then -28F March 6. That remains the highest cold season min temp: 2015-16 only -29F,
"Many schools and businesses closed or significantly curtailed activities on account of the rain..."
It dawns on me that a reader from the Lower 48, or even southern Alaska, might wonder why rain and warmth would cause closures. My childhood memories of such events in New England are of a lot of miserable slush, and waterlogged shoes and jackets. But in Fairbanks it's downright dangerous, especially where hills are concerned.