Seasonal Averages, Weather day by day. Your Way!
As the calendar turns to September, Irvine—the coastal gem on Scotland’s western edge—prepares for its annual transformation. Here, where the Firth of Clyde meets the land, the air carries a hint of nostalgia. Let’s explore the symphony of weather and seasonal shifts that unfolds.
- The Dance of Clouds and Sunlight:
- September arrives with a gentle nod. The days, still warm from summer’s embrace, begin to mellow. The sun, like a seasoned performer, casts its golden hues upon the town.
- But watch closely—the clouds gather, their choreography shifting. Cirrus wisps and cumulus puffs take turns, painting the sky. Some days, it’s a watercolor wash; other days, a dramatic chiaroscuro.
- Leaves in Transition:
- The trees—oak, beech, and sycamore—sense the change. Their leaves, once vibrant green, now flirt with amber, crimson, and russet. Each breeze carries a leafy confetti, a prelude to autumn’s grand performance.
- As you walk through Irvine’s parks, listen—the leaves rustle, whispering secrets of the equinox.
- The Harvest Moon’s Arrival:
- On September 20th, the Harvest Moon graces the night sky. Its luminous face bathes the Firth, casting silver ripples. Farmers, perhaps, pause in their fields, grateful for its guidance.
- Our timelapse cameras click—a celestial dance captured frame by frame.
- Weather’s Capricious Notes:
- The Met Office hints at transitions. Settled days may yield to rain, then back to sun. The wind, too, shifts—sometimes a gentle breeze, other times a gusty partner.
- And the sea? It mirrors the sky’s mood—calm one moment, tempestuous the next.
- The Last of Summer’s Warmth:
- Irvine’s beaches still beckon. Sandcastles crumble, and seagulls swoop low. Locals sip their last iced coffees, knowing autumn’s hot cocoa awaits.
- But the evenings—they lengthen. Sunsets linger, painting the horizon in pastels. The world exhales.
- Foraging season in full tilt:
- Mushrooms, Elderberry, Raspberry and sloe, Quince and Apple galore. Fill your baskets, fill them full, fresh fruit and veg for Autumns ailments free to all.
So here we stand, on the threshold of September—a month of weather’s quiet symphony. Irvine, with its coastal charm, invites us to witness the subtle shifts. 🌿✨
Hi I am Marcus, MM0ZIF, a licenced Radio Amateur, Doctor of Musicology, amateur weather enthusiast. I over the years have been a Amateur Radio Tutor, Examiner, and a Regional Manager for the Radio Society of Great Britain.
This site is dedicated more towards Amateur Radio and Weather, with an angle on Technology too. I also maintain https://havenswell.com/ which is my other blog which is more aimed at cooking, hobbies and life in general as well as businness and networking.