Title: Red Sky in Morning, Sailors Take Warning! Description: Curious about our crazy New England weather? Ever wonder what kind of cloud was floating above your head? Would you like to learn how you can predict the weather in your own backyard? Come join us for an enjoyable, interactive class on weather basics. Course includes some […]
Blue Hill Observatory August 2017 Summary: August temperature was slightly warmer than normal with less rainfall and more sunshine than average. The 24-hour mean temperature for the month of 69.7 deg F was 1.6 degrees warmer than the 120-year average for August and 0.3 degrees warmer than the 1981-2010 30-year average. The high temperature of 89F […]
This year’s Southern New England Weather Conference will be held on SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4th at MEDITECH, FOXBORO, MA. This state-of-the-art building features a 3,000 sq. ft. auditorium-in-the-round where most of the conference will be held. Since 2000, the Conference has provided a place for weather enthusiasts and professionals to gather and share their knowledge […]
The historic Blue Hill Observatory and Science Center is seeking to fill a weather observer position at our Milton, Massachusetts location. We welcome applicants with an interest in weather and climate, a strong attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and the flexibility to work an occasionally varied schedule. Previous experience with standard meteorological observation […]
In recognition of its long-term and high quality climate record, the Blue Hill Observatory has been selected by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) to receive its new designation as a “Centennial Observing Station”. Recognizing the need to preserve and to maintain long-term surface observing stations for their important role in the continuing study of climate, the WMO […]
The weather data provided on this page are unofficial readings from a Davis Vantage Pro automated system and may be different from the official Blue Hill Observatory measurements. They are provided for comparison and educational purposes only. Location: Latitude: 42° 12′ 44″N, Longitude: 71° 6′ 53″W, Elevation: 635 ft, Great Blue Hill, Milton, MA USA […]
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August 2017 Summary – Warmer, Drier and Sunnier than Average
Blue Hill Observatory August 2017 Summary: August temperature was slightly warmer than normal with less rainfall and more sunshine than average. The 24-hour mean temperature for the month of 69.7 deg F was 1.6 degrees warmer than the 120-year average for August and 0.3 degrees warmer than the 1981-2010 30-year average. The high temperature of 89F […]
July 2017 Summary – Drier than Average
Blue Hill Observatory July 2017 Summary: July temperature was close to normal with less rainfall than average. The 24-hour mean temperature for the month of 70.2 deg F was 0.5 degrees warmer than the 120-year average for July and about a half degree cooler than the 1981-2010 30-year average. The month was the coolest July since […]
The historic Blue Hill Observatory and Science Center is seeking to fill a weather observer position at our Milton, Massachusetts location. We welcome applicants with an interest in weather and climate, a strong attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and the flexibility to work an occasionally varied schedule. Previous experience with standard meteorological observation […]
Governor Signs FY2018 Budget- BHO Funding Spared
Governor Charles Baker has signed the FY2018 budget authorizing $39.4 billion in spending, but he also vetoed $320 million in spending that include $42 million in “earmarks”. Fortunately, the $100,000 in Operational Funding for Blue Hill Observatory WAS NOT VETOED. After signing the budget, Governor Baker sent it back to the legislature urging lawmakers to […]
Mass Legislature APPROVES $100,000 Funding for BHO
After receiving the Conference Committee’s recommended Budget that reinstated $100,000 funding for Blue Hill Observatory, the Massachusetts House and Senate approved the FY 2018 Budget on Friday,7/7, that included the $100K BHO funding. The next step, legislatively, is for the Governor to review the budget. He will then have ten days to either sign or […]
Last Chance to Gain Funding for Blue Hill Observatory
The Joint Conference Committee is in the last week of discussions to reconcile differences between the House and Senate budgets. As we explained in a previous post, Blue Hill Observatory has a $100,000 line-item in the House budget, but nothing in the Senate budget. Now, more than ever, we need your help to ensure that […]
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