Seneca Lake stands as the largest among the glacial Finger Lakes within the state of New York. Renowned for its substantial size and depth, it remains entirely contained within the state’s borders. The lake has earned distinction as the preeminent locale for lake trout angling, exemplified by its role as the host of the esteemed National Lake Trout Derby. Positioned at the northern terminus of Seneca Lake, the city of Geneva, New York, commands attention, serving as the domicile for Hobart and William Smith Colleges, along with housing the New York State Agricultural Experiment Station, a constituent entity of Cornell University. Conversely, the village of Watkins Glen, situated at the southern extremity of the lake, boasts a notable reputation due to its association with motorsport, primarily due to the presence of Watkins Glen International racetrack, as well as its picturesque cascades.
Seneca Lake possesses an uncommon macroclimate that has bestowed it with the distinction of nurturing over 50 wineries, predominantly characterized as farm wineries. Its geographical attributes have led to the designation of the Seneca Lake American Viticultural Area (AVA), solidifying its reputation within oenophilic circles.
In terms of dimensions, Seneca Lake stretches across a length of approximately 38 miles, securing its position as the second longest Finger Lake. Remarkably voluminous, it is estimated to contain an impressive 3.81 cubic miles (15.9 km³) of water, accounting for nearly half of the cumulative water volume across all the Finger Lakes. The lake’s profundity is notable, averaging 291 feet, while plunging to a maximum depth of 618 feet. The expansive water body covers a surface area of approximately 66.9 square miles (173 km²).
Good morning! Where did July go? I don’t know but I’m on vacation so I don’t really care. 😎Lots of high but thin clouds with the sun peaking through and 67 degrees in Hector. ☁ Getting some solar power but not a lot, some may due to the sun angle. There is a south breeze at 7 mph. 🍃. The dew point is 63 degrees. Seems like a progressively nice day. Today I’m heading off to Ithaca to get propane then hike some of the gorges and maybe go swimming later.
Today will have a slight chance of showers between 2pm and 3pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 3pm. Mostly cloudy ☁, with a high of 76 degrees at 2pm. Six degrees below normal. Maximum dew point of 66 at 12pm. South wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. A year ago, we had mostly sunny skies. It was humid. The high last year was 87 degrees. The record high of 98 was set in 1917.
Today I’ve decided to head back to Ithaca. The first order of the day is to go to Tractor Supply and get my propane tank filled.🚶 Then I will hike the trail past Buttermilk Falls as it’s been a while since I’ve done that and maybe also go for a swim there. I’m also researching some of the other gorges that are up that way to possibly explore them too. 🏊
The sun will set at 8:27 pm with dusk around 8:59 pm, which is one minute and 8 seconds earlier than yesterday. 🌇 At sunset, look for partly clear skies and 73 degrees. The dew point will be 66 degrees. There will be a south breeze at 8 mph. Today will have 14 hours and 28 minutes of daytime, an decrease of 2 minutes and 9 seconds over yesterday.
Tonight will have a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy☁, with a low of 67 degrees at 4am. Five degrees above normal. Maximum dew point of 67 at 2am. South wind 7 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. In 2017, we had mostly clear skies. It was somewhat humid. It got down to 62 degrees. The record low of 46 occurred back in 1964.
Good evening! Rain and Thunderstorms and 65 degrees in Hector. ☁ There is a south-southeast breeze at 8 mph. 🍃. The dew point is 62 degrees. The skies will clear Saturday around 2 am.
Tonight will have a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am, then a slight chance of showers between 1am and 3am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 3am. Cloudy , with a low of 63 degrees at 5am. One degree above normal. Maximum dew point of 62 at 10pm. South wind around 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. In 2017, we had mostly clear skies. It got down to 56 degrees. The record low of 49 occurred back in 1978.
Tonight will have a Waning Gibbous Moon 🌖 with 90% illuminated. The moon will set at 9:15 am. The Last Quarter Moon is on Friday night with heavy rain. The Strugeon Moon 🌝 is on Saturday, August 25th. The sun will rise at 5:58 am with the first light at 5:26 am, which is one minute and one second later than yesterday. 🌄 Tonight will have 9 hours and 30 minutes of darkness, an increase of 2 minutes and 7 seconds over last night.
Tomorrow will have a chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 3pm. Cloudy ☁, with a high of 76 degrees at 2pm. Six degrees below normal. Maximum dew point of 66 at 12pm. South wind around 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. A year ago, we had mostly sunny skies. The high last year was 87 degrees. The record high of 98 was set in 1917.
Right now, a split verdict on the weekend. 😕 Saturday, a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 81. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Maximum dew point of 65 at 1pm. Sunday, mostly sunny, with a high near 82. Maximum dew point of 66 at 1pm. Typical average high for the weekend is 82 degrees.
In four weeks on August 27 the sun will be setting at 7:49 pm,🌄 which is 39 minutes and 52 seconds earlier then tonight. In 2017 on that day, we had partly cloudy skies and temperatures between 75 and 49 degrees. Typically, you have temperatures between 79 and 58 degrees. The record high of 97 degrees was set back in 1948.
Looking ahead, Labor Day 👨🏭 is in 5 weeks, Consitution Day 📜 is in 7 weeks, October 🛥 is in 9 weeks, Columbus Day 🛥️ is in 10 weeks, Veterans Day Observed (Monday) 🇺🇸 is in 15 weeks, Cyber Monday 🛍️ is in 17 weeks and New Years Eve 🎆 is in 22 weeks.
A dreary night by the campfire with a rain coat and stetson hat on. 🎩Rained for a while this afternoon, took a nap in the truck, as the news did not interest me. 📻Rain stopped. 💦Took a short hike to Foster Pond, caught a few pan fish tossed them back in.🎣 Listening to Coven’s One Tin Soldier, glad that Albany is four hours away, although as far as I’m concerned it could be a million miles away.🌆
Good evening! Partly cloudy and 63 degrees at the Finger Lakes National Forest in Hector. ⛅ Calm wind. The dew point is 55 degrees. When you are sitting back it’s a bit chilly.
Third night of vacation but there still six more left but not likely to be as nice as tonight. Could certainly be a bit warmer and clearer though, 🌌 as many of the stars are blocked by the clouds. The moon rise was pretty and hopefully later in the week more chances to view the stars will avail themselves.
Tonight will be partly cloudy ☁, with a low of 60 degrees at 3am. Two degrees below normal. Maximum dew point of 57 at 2am. South wind 3 to 5 mph. In 2017, we had partly cloudy skies, clearing in the early hours of the next day. It got down to 52 degrees. The record low of 44 occurred back in 1968.
Tomorrow will have a slight chance of showers before 11am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11am and 4pm, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 4pm. Increasing clouds ⛅, with a high of 76 degrees at 2pm. Six degrees below normal. Maximum dew point of 63 at 6pm. South wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. A year ago, we had cloudy skies with some clearing in the afternoon. The high last year was 81 degrees. The record high of 100 was set in 1933.
Tomorrow night will have a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy ⚡, with a low of 63 degrees at 5am. One degree above normal. Maximum dew point of 63 at 6pm. Southeast wind 5 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. In 2017, we had partly cloudy skies, clearing in the early hours of the next day. It got down to 56 degrees. The record low of 49 occurred back in 1978.
So far its been a pretty good vacation, maybe not perfect but I’m really happy with getting the campsite I really like, and now being able to hike back to Foster Pond and look up at stars. I had a neighbor to my campsite but it looks like he left after a while. ⛺ Not only does the campsite have many nice things nearby, it’s well drained for the rain we may get later in the week, has sun for the solar panel, and is quite quiet. A few cars pass by from time to time but not a lot of traffic.
As I noted earlier on the blog, I hiked back about four or five miles along the Finger Lakes Trail from Watkins Glen to Sugar Hill State Forest. Not a lot of great views but still a pleasant hike, in many cases on old carriage roads. 🏃Then I went for a swim and relaxed at the Adirondack Chairs at the pool. Listening to the Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me podcast with Jim Comey was hillarious especially with the news these days.
Tomorrow I’m leaning towards Robert Treman State Park if the swimming area is open. It’s always frigid and muddy, but I want to visit it at least once this year and it may close later in the week due to the thunderstorms which could make the water turbid again. 😎Tuesday and Wednesday don’t look like complete wash outs but I expect I will just hang out at camp those days under a tarp, maybe do a little fishing and relaxing. 🎣
In four weeks on August 26 the sun will be setting here in the Finger Lakes at 7:50 pm,🌄 which is 39 minutes and 19 seconds earlier then tonight. In 2017 on that day, we had patches of fog, partly cloudy skies and temperatures between 73 and 49 degrees. Typically, you have temperatures between 79 and 59 degrees. The record high of 98 degrees was set back in 1948.
Looking ahead, Last Sunset After 8 Pm in Albany 🌆 is in 2 weeks, Daylight Savings Time Ends 🛥️ is in 14 weeks, Veterans Day (Sunday) 🇺🇸 is in 15 weeks, First Sunday of Advent ✝️ is in 18 weeks and 36th Birthday 🎉 is in 6 months.
