Seems like when New Years comes around the corner, the previous always seems to flash by. Despite this being the first day of 2013, it hard to grasp that a new year has begun. Just like last year, I am sure there will be ups and downs with the weather.
Despite a prolonged drought in 2011, the beginning of 2012 introduced intense rainfall and even bouts of severe weather. Not only did our area deal with flash flooding, but an outbreak of tornadoes. Some were rated as an EF-2 on the Enhanced Fujita Scale. Although some storms were quite furious, the best news of all is that not one single person was reported injured during any severe weather outbreak early in 2012.
Overall, when you take a look at total rainfall, 2012 was very good to the Brazos Valley. Only 19.97" of rain was recorded at Easterwood Airport in 2011. However, 2012 more than doubled that mark with 41.97". Yes, many of us are still in a drought, but we are in a much better position at this time.
Additionally, you may not think about it due to the recent cold snap, but 2012 is tied for the warmest year on record with an average temperature of 71.6°. The other year to hold the record was.....you guessed it, 2011. Back to back hot streaks.
Nonetheless, every year brings interesting weather to the Brazos Valley, whether it be snow, rain, severe weather, dry spells, cold snaps or even record temperatures. Here at KAGS-HD we are committed to keep you in the loop at all times when the weather changes.
Tonight I leave you with this quote from a famous meteorologist, Joe Bastardi, "Enjoy the weather, because its the only weather we got."
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