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The number of named tropical storms this year is likely to be above-normal in the Atlantic Basin, but not as high as the very active 2020 tropical season
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Perspecta Weather provides weather forecasts for the Mid-Atlantic region (Philadelphia, Washington, D.C. and New York City) and Southeast U.S. (Huntsville, AL and Cape Canaveral, FL). Six-day weather forecasts are available each weekday morning with frequent detailed video discussions to help plan your day and week. Updated afternoon and weekend posts are frequently provided; especially, in times of rapidly changing or severe weather conditions.
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In addition to the day-to-day weather forecasts, seasonal outlooks are provided for upcoming winter and tropical seasons with detailed video discussions and blog posts.
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Climate is always changing and expert interpretations are frequently provided here on important topics including oceanic cycles, global sea ice, and long-term trends of hurricanes, tornadoes, and global temperatures. In addition to the information provided on Earth's dynamic atmosphere and oceans, posts are frequently provided on solar activity which can play a crucial role in our weather and climate.
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The magical soil temperature for cicadas to make a triumphant return from underneath is 64 degrees and this week’s big time warm up in the Mid-Atlantic region is bringing that requirement much closer to reality. It has been 17 years since the last Brood X cicada emergence took place in the Mid-Atlantic region and they are about to make a noisy return. Unlike the greenish annual cicadas, periodical cicadas in northern states are known for their massive takeovers every 17 years and they are also known for their bold red eyes. It’s been since 2004 that the Brood X variety emerged to the surface and this emergence comes on a massive scale which is a simple evolutionary tactic. By coming out in the millions, cicadas overwhelm any predators and ensure the very survival of the species.
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Perspecta Weather featured in the media
Paul Dorian, Perspecta meteorologist, was interviewed on WTKI Radio in Huntsville, AL. Listen to the December 2016 appearance here and and the March 2017 interview here.
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