Tag Archives: US weather

The Mosquitoes Are Back: Summer in Philadelphia

Posted on June 13, 2017 by abroadintheusa

Summer has arrived on the eastern seaboard. I know this not because of the date or the temperature (although they are both relevant), but because I’ve just been inflicted with the first mosquito bite of the season. The calendar says … Continue reading →

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When the Weather Goes Bonkers

Posted on February 9, 2017 by abroadintheusa

We’re suffering from weather whiplash here on the east coast. Yesterday was a beautiful, mild day, full of sunshine and soft breezes. Downright balmy. It was so lovely that in mid-afternoon I actually went and sat outside for a while … Continue reading →

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Weather Reminds Us That America is … Big

Posted on November 30, 2016 by abroadintheusa

It’s easy to forget, sometimes, just what a big country the USA is. For a Brit, one of the best ways to grasp this size is to take a look at the weather. This is today’s national forecast map from … Continue reading →

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