August 2004

This Archive section stores past Welcome to Kiawah Island messages from August 2004, in order by date, with the most recent date at the top.

August 31, 2004

It is lovely on Kiawah this morning.  The humidity is fairly high, but the sunshine is out in full force.  Quite a change from the week-end!  Everyone is still picking up from Gaston's winds, but Kiawah is looking better with each passing hour.  Those maintenance folks for KICA are working double-time!

Hurricane Frances is still a category four hurricane.  We will be watching this one very closely...

It is 77 degrees at 9:00 this morning.  It is supposed to be in the mid-eighties today, and in the low seventies tonight. There is a 40% chance of rain both today and tonight.

Today's Kiawah Critter Count:One bald eagle, one male cardinal, one great blue heron, three five-lined skinks, two golden silk spiders, three female white-tailed deer, two fawns with their spots nearly gone, one buck, and one raccoon. 

August 30, 2004

Kiawah is back to "normal" this morning.  It is a beautiful sunny day!  It is a bit hazy, with no real breeze to speak of.  It looks like we will have time to pick up our yards and get things back in order without getting drenched!  At least we hope so...

We were very lucky again this week-end.  Another storm passed us by.  Let us sincerely hope that Hurricane Frances does the same!

Click here for the Town of Kiawah Island post-Gaston Report

Click here to review KICA's post-Gaston Report

It is 77 degrees at 9:00 this morning.  Today's high should be in the upper eighties, with tonight in the mid-seventies. There is a 20% chance of rain both today and tonight.

August 29, 2004

***Tropical Storm Gaston***

Tropical Storm Gaston is still affecting our weather.  It is 2:00 p.m. and though the wind is still gusting at times, the worst seems to be over for Kiawah.  We have lots of downed tree limbs, and low-lying areas have some standing water.  We are still advised to stay off the roads due to the winds and rain.

Kiawah is receiving heavy rains this afternoon.  Looks like it is time to curl up with a good book! It certainly doesn't look good for the  Governor's Club Tennis Round Robin at West Beach this afternoon, does it?

As of 11:00 a.m. it was located 40 miles northeast of Charleston.

As of 9:00 a.m. it was located 30 miles east of Charleston.

Tropical Storm Gaston is still headed this way! As of 7:00 a.m. it was located 35 miles east-southeast of Charleston. A hurricane warning is still in effect for the South Carolina coast...again!  So Kiawah is being pelted with very heavy rain this morning.  Looks like it is time to curl up with a good book! It certainly doesn't look good for the  Governor's Club Tennis Round Robin at West Beach this afternoon, does it?

Storm links:

Town of Kiawah Island

NOAA web site

Map of Tropical Storm Gaston

Did you know? Tonight at 9:23 pm is the full Full Fruit or Barley Moon - August The names Fruit and Barley were reserved only for those years when the Harvest Moon is very late in September.

It is 73 degrees at 8:45 this morning. Today's weather is going to be a wild one!  In the lower eighties today and the lower seventies tonight. 

Today's Kiawah Critter Count: One five-lined skink, one American alligator, two golden silk spiders, seven brown pelicans, three female white-tailed deer and one mama raccoon. 

August 28, 2004

***Breaking News ***

Tropical Storm Gaston is headed this way, bringing high winds and loads of rain. As of 8:00 p.m. it was located 95 miles south-southeast of Charleston.  The news said seas of 6 to 10 feet may occur, and perhaps as much as 5 to 8 inches of rain!  Yikes!  Better drag out the rowboats again. First Alex, then Bonnie, then Charley...now Gaston has come to call.

Here we go with the storms on Kiawah again! Tropical Storm Gaston is headed this way, bringing high winds and loads of rain. As of 8:00 a.m. it was located 135 miles southeast of Charleston.  Seas of 6 to 10 feet may occur, so the surfers should be happy.  The news said perhaps as much as 5 inches of rain!  Yikes!  Better drag out the rowboats again. First Alex, then Bonnie, then Charley...

Storm links:

Town of Kiawah Island

NOAA web site

Map of Tropical Storm Gaston

Turtle News: The Kiawah Island Turtle Patrol reports that 14 nests hatched last week, bringing the total nests hatched to just over 30 thus far. Though Kiawah has only 58 nests this year, four additional nests have hatched!  Three of these are nests that the nesting patrol saw but could not locate the eggs, and one is a completely wild nest.

It is 75 degrees at 9:15 this morning. The temperature today should be in the mid-eighties.  Tonight's low is supposed to be in the mid-seventies.  There is a 50% chance of showers today and tonight. 

Today's Kiawah Critter Count: One bottle-nosed dolphin off the beach near The Sanctuary, one golden silk spider, four brown pelicans, one female white-tailed deer and one mama raccoon. 

August 27, 2004

More clouds on Kiawah this morning... We did receive some brief showers yesterday, but nothing of note. Today looks to be much the same as yesterday, with a warm humid day in store, and showers at some point.

Turtle News: The Kiawah Island Turtle Patrol reports that 14 nests hatched last week, bringing the total nests hatched to just over 30 thus far. Though Kiawah has only 58 nests this year, four additional nests have hatched!  Three of these are nests that the nesting patrol saw but could not locate the eggs, and one is a completely wild nest.

It is 73 degrees at 8:30 this morning. Today's high is supposed to reach the mid-eighties.  The low tonight should be in the mid-seventies.  There is a 50% chance of rain today and 40% tonight. 

Today's Kiawah Critter Count: One large toad, one pileated woodpecker, two golden silk spiders re-building their webs after yesterday's showers, three very tiny five-lined skinks, ten brown pelicans, one female white-tailed deer one anole, and one mama raccoon. 

August 26, 2004

The clouds are thick and heavy over the island this morning.  It is difficult to say whether they will burn off later today, or if Kiawah will actually receive the rain forecasted for today. Maybe some showers will cool things off a bit, or at least shoo away the humidity for a short while.

It is 73 degrees at 8:30 this morning. The high today should be in the mid-eighties.  Tonight's low is supposed to be in the lower seventies.  There is a 40% chance of rain today and 30% tonight. 

Today's Kiawah Critter Count: One red-tailed hawk hanging out near the beach, two five-lined skinks, seven brown pelicans, one female white-tailed deer and one buck (but not together!), two anoles, and one mama raccoon with four babies. 

August 25, 2004

Kiawah is sunny and gorgeous this morning!  There is a cool breeze blowing in from the ocean that feels terrific.  Despite a slight chance of showers in the forecast, it seems that today will be a perfect summer day.  How will you spend your day today?  Swimming at the beach?  Riding your bicycle? At the pool?  Whatever your choice, you should have a wonderful day to get outside and play!

It is 73 degrees at 8:30 this morning. Today's temperature is supposed to be in the  low eighties, with tonight's low in the low seventies.  There is a 30% chance of showers both today and tonight. 

Today's Kiawah Critter Count: Six five-lined skinks, two broad-headed skinks, twelve brown pelicans, two female white-tailed deer and one small young one, one anole, and one mama raccoon with four babies. 

August 24, 2004

There are no clouds on Kiawah this morning!  Just lovely blue skies and sunshine.  Have you ever ridden your bicycle or driven your car around the island early in the morning?  If you look closely you will see beams of sunlight pushing through the tree limbs.  The sunbeams create pools of light on the roads and paths, with small slivers of shade from the hanging Spanish moss. It is quite beautiful.

It is 73 degrees at 8:30 this morning. Today's temperature is supposed to be in the mid-eighties, and tonight should be in the low seventies.  There is a 30% chance of rain today and tonight. 

Today's Kiawah Critter Count: One broad-headed skink dashing madly across the Allee of Oaks, one brown pelican bobbing in the waves, two blue jays, two female white-tailed deer, one anole, and one mama raccoon with four babies. 

August 23, 2004

Kiawah is a bit overcast this morning.  While it is a bit early to tell if we will see some showers, it certainly appears that we will.  Of course it looked that way yesterday too, and we only received a very brief shower.  It seems that there were showers during the night, but nothing lasting enough to leave more than a few meager puddles.

It is 75 degrees at 8:30 this morning. The high today should be in the mid-eighties, and the low tonight in the lower seventies.  There is a 40% chance of rain today and tonight. 

Today's Kiawah Critter Count: Four female white-tailed deer, two great blue herons, one male cardinal, three white egrets, one toad, and one mama raccoon with four babies.  Have you seen critters too?  If so, please click here to have your critters included in tomorrow's Critter Count!

August 22, 2004

This morning presents typical August weather for Kiawah - humid, mostly sunny, very warm, and a chance of showers.  There will be lots of folks wilting in this sticky heat!  It would be a perfect day to enjoy the ocean breezes or perhaps spend time at the pool.  How will you "beat the heat" today?

It is 73 degrees at 8:30 this morning. Today's temperature is expected to be in the mid-eighties, with tonight in the mid-seventies.  There is a 50-50 chance of showers today and tonight. 

Today's Kiawah Critter Count: A female white-tailed deer and a fawn, one great blue heron, one opossum, and one mama raccoon with four babies.  Have you seen critters too?  If so, please click here to have your critters included in tomorrow's Critter Count!

August 21, 2004

We have another fabulous summer day here on Kiawah this morning! It sounds like you had better hurry up and enjoy the outdoors this morning though, as there is a high chance of rain today.

The Sanctuary opened yesterday with pomp and ceremony.  The day-long festivities included a ribbon cutting ceremony with some special guests, a reception, and tours. They were capped with a great fireworks show last night.  Click here to see photos of the event.

It is 79 degrees at 9:00 this morning. The high today is supposed to reach the mid-eighties, and tonight should be in the mid-seventies.  There is a 60% chance of showers both today and tonight. 

Today's Kiawah Critter Count: Nineteen baby loggerhead turtles, six female white-tailed deer and one buck, one great blue heron, six snowy egrets, four American alligators, and one mama raccoon with four babies.

August 20, 2004

Kiawah is lovely this morning, if a wee bit humid.  But what can we expect for the dog days of summer?  The paths are nearly empty now, with folks headed back home and kids to school.  It's a shame that so many people have to miss some of Kiawah's most magnificent days in September and October!

The opening for The Sanctuary is here at long last.  It will be open to the public beginning at 1:00 p.m. today.    Click here for photos of the event.

Change:  Books for the St. Johns Fire Dept. donation drive for the Friends of the Libraries must now be at fire stations by August 27th.

It is 81 degrees at 9:15 this morning. Today's temperature should be in the mid-eighties, with tonight in the upper seventies.  There is a 20% chance of showers both today and tonight. 

Today's Kiawah Critter Count: Four great blue herons, three snowy egrets, one anole, four five-lined skinks scurrying across the Allee of the Oaks, one American alligator, a flying line of fourteen brown pelicans, and one mama raccoon with four babies.

August 19, 2004

It looks like yet another fabulous day on our little barrier island. This morning the ocean breezes blowing across Kiawah are gentle and fresh - like breaths of warm air brushing your face. Even the water is calm and peaceful. Will you be spending any time at the beach today? 

Don't forget!  Today is Disaster Awareness Day!  Head over to East Beach for everything you ever wanted to know about preparing for a disaster. Call the Town of Kiawah Island for more information at (843) 768-9166.

Did you know?  St. Johns Fire Dept. is collecting donations to the Friends of the Libraries. So far, the stations on Kiawah have transported five full pick up truckloads of books to Guilliard Auditorium for the Friends annual book sale in mid-September. If you would like to donate, get your books to the fire stations before September 1st.

Water restrictions: St. Johns Water Company has again requested Kiawah residents to restrict all irrigation from through 7:00 p.m. tonight. For further information or questions, please contact KIU at (843) 768-0641.

It is 79 degrees at 9:15 this morning. The high is supposed to be in the mid-eighties with a 20% chance of showers.  The low tonight should be the upper seventies. 

Today's Kiawah Critter Count: One great blue heron perfectly posed on a treetop, two snowy egrets trying to outshine the blue heron, one Black Racer snake avoiding the lawn mower, three American alligators, seven laughing gulls, five brown pelicans, and one raccoon.

August 18, 2004

At long last, the rain has let up and Kiawah is beautiful and sunny this morning!  It is a lovely summer day. Although the sunshine is welcome, all this rain has worked a summer miracle on the island.  The trees are tall and the vegetation is lush - not typical for a dry, humid summer.  So why not "go outside and play" in Kiawah's fantastic summer playland today?

Did you know?  St. Johns Fire Dept. is collecting donations to the Friends of the Libraries. So far, the stations on Kiawah have transported five full pick up truckloads of books to Guilliard Auditorium for the Friends annual book sale in mid-September. If you would like to donate, get your books to the fire stations before September 1st.

More water restrictions: St. Johns Water Company has again requested Kiawah residents to restrict all irrigation from 9:00 p.m. Wednesday through 7:00 p.m. Thursday. For further information or questions, please contact KIU at (843) 768-0641.

It is 75 degrees at 9:00 this morning. Today the temperature should be in the mid-eighties with a 30% chance of showers.  Tonight's low is expected to be the mid-seventies with a 20% chance of showers.

Today's Kiawah Critter Count: One American alligator, one Black Racer snake slithering through the pine straw, three Tiger Swallowtail butterflies flitting around some bloodflowers near the marsh, forty-two laughing gulls, and seventeen brown pelicans.

Denise Green reports seeing a river otter crossing Friendfield Hall into the marsh last week while she was visiting.  Thanks for telling us Denise!

August 17, 2004

Kiawah is overcast again this morning.  We have certainly been receiving our share of rain recently! The tourists must not be too happy - but everyone's lawns are certainly appreciative, even if the beachgoers are not.

Can you see the two deer in today's photo? Kiawah's "dune deer" are around often.  If you are quiet and observant you might spot them. Have you ever seen deer on the beach?  Or perhaps hoof prints?

Don't forget: St. Johns Water Company has requested that Kiawah residents restrict all irrigation until midnight tonight. For further information or questions, please contact KIU at (843) 768-0641.

It is 73 degrees at 9:00 this morning. The high today is supposed to reach the low eighties with a 30% chance of showers.  The low tonight is supposed to be in the mid-seventies with a 20% chance of showers. 

Today's Kiawah Critter Count: One Tiger Swallowtail butterfly visiting bloodflowers near the marsh, ten laughing gulls, six brown pelicans, one female white-tailed deer, one great blue heron, and dozens of snowy egrets at the lagoon on Sea Marsh Drive.

August 16, 2004

** Breaking News **

Notice from Kiawah Island Utility

St. Johns Water Company will be making a connection on Bohicket Rd,
Tuesday, August 17, 2004. Kiawah will be sharing a very limited supply of water with Johns Island & Seabrook.  KIU is asking you to restrict all irrigation from 5:00 PM Monday to midnight Tuesday. We do not like asking our customers to reduce or restrict flows for any period of time, but must do so because of the very limited amount of water available during this time frame. I apologize for the short notice, but hope you will be able to prepare for this interruption of service without difficulty.  For further information or questions, please contact KIU at (843) 768-0641.

Kiawah is overcast this morning once again.  Apparently Mother Nature is determined to give us a good soaking!  After all of the rain that we missed out on during July, we could use the rain.  But why do we have to get it all at once? 

It is 73 degrees at 9:00 this morning. Today's temperature should be in the mid-eighties, with a 20% chance of showers.  Tonight's low is supposed to be in the lower seventies. 

Today's Kiawah Critter Count: One Eastern diamondback rattlesnake, two female white-tailed deer, one great blue heron, four snowy egrets, three golden silk spiders rebuilding their webs, and one very wet raccoon.

August 15, 2004

It is overcast on Kiawah this morning.  Wish we could say that it was a beautiful day today, but alas!  We still had some heavy thunderstorms last night, complete with a terrific light show. It looks like there is more rain in store for today. 

Yesterday afternoon post-Charley there were several places with inches of standing water at The Preserve. This is true all  around the island - perhaps we should all get our kayaks out to get anywhere?  There are branches strewn all over the paths and roadways, as well as Spanish moss and palm fronds.  Luckily there are no major blockages anywhere.  Kiawah certainly escaped a close one this time!

It is 75 degrees at 9:15 this morning. The high temperature is supposed to be in the mid-eighties, with a low tonight in the lower seventies. There is a 60% chance of showers today.

Today's Kiawah Critter Count:  Three female and one male white-tailed deer, one eight-point buck surveying the damage left by Hurricane Charley, one great blue heron, one tricolored heron, a dozen snowy egrets, three golden silk spiders rebuilding their webs, and one very wet raccoon.

August 14, 2004

** BREAKING NEWS **

Update: 11:30 a.m. - It still looks like Charley has moved past us.  Still no rain and not much wind. The sun is actually out right now, and things are drying out a little.  The next update from the National Weather Service will be at noon today.

Update: 10:00 a.m. - It would seem that Charley has passed us by.  The rain has stopped for now, and the winds have died down as well.  Whew!  That was a close one!  The next update from the National Weather Service will be at noon today.

As of 8:00 a.m. this morning, Hurricane Charley was located about 35 miles south-southwest of Charleston. 

As of 5:30 a.m. this morning, Hurricane Charley was located about 115 miles south-southwest of Charleston.   Lucky us, NOAA has changed the probability for Charleston from 35% to 79%.

Hurricane Charley has decreased to a category 1 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 85 mph.  There is a possibility of it getting stronger as it approaches land.  Charley is currently expected to make landfall again around noon today. Winds of 55 to 75 mph are expected, with gusts in excess of 85 mph, especially in coastal Charleston County. A hurricane warning is in effect for most of the South Carolina coast. 

Storm Links:

Storm tracking - NOAA website

Town update - Town of Kiawah Island's web site

Click here to see a map from NOAA

Closings due to storm

Red Cross' Storm Preparation Checklist

Kiawah received some heavy duty thunderstorms during the night. It is raining now, and the wind is whipping across the island.  The sky is an odd color of gray, not quite the normal overcast color with showers.  Here's hoping that you have a good book, because it doesn't look like you will be going outside to play anytime soon!

It is 72 degrees at 7:30 this morning. Today's high is should be in the lower eighties, with tonight in the low seventies. 

Today's Kiawah Critter Count:  Six wood storks, one red-tailed hawk, one  three golden silk spiders, and one very wet raccoon.

August 13, 2004

** BREAKING NEWS **

As of 9:00 p.m. tonight, Hurricane Charley was located about 40 miles west-northwest of Ft. Myers, FL.  Click here to see a map from NOAA.  NOAA has changed the probability for Charleston from 41% to 35%.

Hurricane Charley has decreased to a category 3 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 115 mph.  Further weakening is expected as it moves across land during the next 5 hours.  Charley is currently expected along the South Carolina coast late Saturday morning.  Winds of 55 to 75 mph are expected, with gusts in excess of 85 mph, especially in coastal Charleston County. A hurricane warning is in effect for most of the South Carolina coast. 

As of 4:00 p.m. today, Hurricane Charley was located about 40 miles west-northwest of Ft. Myers, FL.  Click here to see a map from NOAA.  NOAA has changed the probability for Charleston from 41% to 35%.

Hurricane Charley is now a category 4 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 145 mph.  A hurricane warning is in effect for most of the South Carolina coast.  The next update is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. this evening.

1:00 p.m. Charleston County Emergency Council recommends that Lowcountry residents consider evacuation.  For more details, visit the Town of Kiawah Island's web site.

Kiawah was the recipient of some hard rain last night courtesy of tropical storm Bonnie. It (she?) pummeled the island throughout the night, but seems to have drifted away right now.  It is overcast and a bit "drippy" currently.  Hurricane Charley is still headed this way. A tropical storm watch and a flood watch are both currently in effect for Charleston county.  Batten down those hatches, because it looks like Charley is serious! Are you prepared?  If not, click here to review the Red Cross' Storm Preparation Checklist.

Do you have triskaidekaphobia?  If so, today is your least favorite day. The definition of triskaidekaphobia is "fear of the number 13" but is generally used to refer to the fear of the inauspicious date Friday the 13th.  Here's hoping that today's 13th is a lucky one!

It is 72 degrees at 9:00 this morning, with 99% humidity. Today's high is supposed to be in the mid-eighties.  Tonight's low should be in the lower seventies. There is a 60% chance of showers today. You can check the NOAA website to track the storms.

Today's Kiawah Critter Count:  Approximately two dozen wood storks, one fox, three golden silk spiders, one American alligator, and one mama raccoon.

August 12, 2004

It is overcast on Kiawah again this morning. Tropical systems Bonnie and Charley (not Bonnie & Clyde?) are headed this way. Not likely that we will get to see the Perseids meteor shower tonight either, as the rain should have arrived by then.  Bonnie should arrive sometime this evening, with Charley entering the scene sometime late Friday.  Are you prepared?  If not, click here to review the Red Cross' Storm Preparation Checklist.

It is 79 degrees at 9:00 this morning, with 89% humidity. Can you say S-T-I-C-K-Y? The temperature today should be in the mid-eighties, and in the mid-seventies tonight.  Thunderstorms are likely today and tonight, with a possibility of tornadoes in the area once Tropical storm Bonnie arrives.  You can check the NOAA website to track the storms.

Today's Kiawah Critter Count:  One anole, two Tiger Swallowtail butterflies, forty-three brown pelicans, one male cardinal, two American alligators, and one mama raccoon with four wee babies.

August 11, 2004

It is a bit overcast on Kiawah again this morning.  We received some light rain earlier this morning, but are dry for now.  It is just a tad sticky with low hanging clouds overhead.

If we manage to avoid clouds and showers this evening, tonight there is a "mustn't miss"  astronomical event - the Perseids meteor shower is in town!  Dozens of meteors will streak through the skies every hour.  You can see the meteors tonight, but the best hours for viewing are 2 to 5 a.m. tomorrow. Grab a blanket (watch out for fire ants!) lie down and look up!  Keep your fingers crossed that the rain stays away...

It is 72 degrees at 9:00 this morning. The temperature is supposed to be in the mid-eighties today, with tonight in the mid-seventies.  There is a 50% chance of showers both today and tonight.

Today's Kiawah Critter Count:  One bobcat lying in the yard in broad daylight, a HUGE golden silk spider, one broad-headed skink, twelve brown pelicans, three American alligators, and one raccoon.

A female white-tailed deer was killed on the Kiawah Island Parkway just before the Vanderhorst gate Monday night around 9:30 p.m.  PLEASE drive carefully out there!  The life you save might be your own - or it might be one of our Kiawah critters.  Thank-you!

August 10, 2004

Overcast, not overcast, overcast, not overcast... the sun cannot seem to make up its mind this morning!  At this moment it is partly cloudy on Kiawah, but no rain is in the forecast.  What will you do with this rainless day?

Turtle News: The Kiawah Island Turtle Patrol reports that nesting season on Kiawah is officially over.  58 nests were laid by our loggerheads this year, the lowest number we have had since record-keeping began. L

Did you know? The Town of Kiawah Island has added several new features to its web site.  Click their button on the right to visit the site and see the new wildlife reports, current Town council agendas and minutes, articles and more!

It is 77 degrees at 9:00 this morning. Today the high should be in the mid-eighties, and tonight's low in the mid-seventies.

Today's Kiawah Critter Count:  One female white-tailed deer, a HUGE golden silk spider, two male cardinals, one praying mantis, three black vultures, one American alligator, and one raccoon.

A female white-tailed deer was killed on the Kiawah Island Parkway last night around 9:30 p.m. just before the Vanderhorst gate.  PLEASE drive carefully out there!  The life you save might be your own - or it might be one of our Kiawah critters.  Thank-you!

August 9, 2004

Yesterday Kiawah still was enjoying the effects of that Northern front that arrived last Friday.  The temperatures were nice and cool.  Today we start heading back to normal August temperatures - the cool weather should be completely gone by mid-week.  Still, it was a nice breather, don't you think?

Don't forget! School starts today in Charleston.  Watch for school busses!

Did you know? The Town of Kiawah Island has added several new features to its web site.  Click their button on the right to visit the site and see the new wildlife reports, current Town council agendas and minutes, articles and more!

It is 70 degrees at 9:00 this morning. We are supposed to see temperatures in the low eighties today, with tonight in the mid-seventies.

Today's Kiawah Critter Count: Two Tiger Swallowtail butterflies flitting about on the verbena flowers, sixteen brown pelicans, another screech owl, heard but not seen, one male cardinal, two American alligators, and one raccoon.

August 8, 2004

Lots of folks were out and about enjoying Kiawah's remarkable cool spell yesterday.  The paths and the beach were loaded with bocce ball players, bicyclists, and some pretty talented sandcastle builders!

Do you often take folks out on bikes in search of alligator photos?  If so, you will definitely want to check out the Kiawah Island Natural Habitat Conservancy's web site.  There is an alligator photo there that is not to be missed!  Hint: look carefully at the top of the mama alligator's head...

It is 73 degrees at 9:30 this morning. Today's high should be in the low eighties, and tonight's low in the low seventies.  Another record low was broken last night at the Charleston Airport!

Today's Kiawah Critter Count: One screech owl, heard but not seen, thirty-one brown pelicans, one Carolina wren fussing at a cat too close to its nest, two male cardinals, three five-lined skinks, four American alligators, and one raccoon.

August 7, 2004

Did you enjoy the cooler weather yesterday?  Perhaps you even opened up the windows last night to let in some fresh air?  If so, you awoke this morning to a cool breeze and softly rustling leaves. It looks to be a rare day for August, and a fabulous day on Kiawah.  See you on the beach!

It is 64 degrees at 9:00 this morning. Quite surprising for August, don't you think?  We should see temperatures in the mid-eighties today, with a low near seventy tonight.  Charleston's record low of 69 was broken last night - it was 68 degrees.

Today's Kiawah Critter Count:  Dozens of snowy egrets roosting at Sea Marsh Drive, a bright red male cardinal preening on an oleander, one five-lined skink, one female white-tailed deer, two American alligators, and one raccoon.

August 6, 2004

There is not a speck of sunshine on Kiawah this morning. It is cool and comfortable, with little humidity to speak of.  The ocean breezes are gentle and fresh - like breaths of cool air brushing across your face. Even the water is calm and peaceful. Will you be spending any time at the beach today? 

It is 72 degrees at 9:00 this morning. Today's temperature is supposed to be in the mid-eighties. The low tonight should drop into the mid-sixties. That bears repeating!  The low tonight is supposed to be in the sixties!  This is close to the record low for August 7th. The cooler and drier conditions will last through the weekend.

Today's Kiawah Critter Count:  Three five-lined skinks, two bottle-nosed dolphins, one female white-tailed deer, one osprey near Osprey Point Golf Course, two American alligators, and one raccoon.

August 5, 2004

Kiawah is S-T-E-A-M-Y this morning. No breeze to speak of, just lots of humidity. 

School begins Monday, and at most other schools soon after, so tourist season is winding down. Hopefully everyone who visited Kiawah this year enjoyed themselves immensely and will be back in the future. How was your summer?

This week is your last opportunity to donate school supplies for the children of Mt. Zion Elementary. Click here for information.

It is 80 degrees at 9:00 this morning. The high today should reach the low nineties, with a 30% chance of thunderstorms this afternoon.  Tonight's low is supposed to be in the low seventies with a 20% chance of rain.

Today's Kiawah Critter Count:   Two female white-tailed deer, one with a spotted fawn beside her, one male white-tailed deer, one osprey near Osprey Point Golf Course, three American alligators, and one raccoon.

August 4, 2004

Kiawah is sunny this morning, but has more humidity than we have seen in quite a while.  Can you say H-O-T?  It is a typical August day on the island.  We have 90% humidity, but at least today there is not a chance of rain. Do you find it difficult to believe that summer is nearly over already?

This week is your last opportunity to donate school supplies for the children of Mt. Zion Elementary. Click here for information.

It is 82 degrees at 9:00 this morning. Today's temperature is supposed to be in the mid-nineties, with tonight in the upper seventies.

Today's Kiawah Critter Count:   One female white-tailed deer wearing no "necklace" or "ear rings", one broad-headed skink running up a live oak tree, one osprey near Osprey Point golf course, one American alligator, and one raccoon.

August 3, 2004

Looks like remnants of Alex are hanging around Kiawah.  We have slightly overcast skies this morning, but currently no showers.  Alex is now rated as a hurricane, so we are fortunate that "he" chose to leave us alone!

Turtle News: The Kiawah Island Turtle Patrol says that Kiawah is now up to 58 nests.  This is still the lowest number we have had since turtle patrol began on Kiawah Island. L Seven nests have hatched thus far.

This week is your last opportunity to donate school supplies for the children of Mt. Zion Elementary. Click here for information.

It is 77 degrees at 9:00 this morning. The high today should reach ninety, and tonight's low is supposed to be in the mid-seventies.   There is a 30% chance of rain today and 20% tonight. 

Today's Kiawah Critter Count:   One anole flashing its red throat, one osprey near Osprey Point golf course, dozens of snowy egrets at the lagoon on Sea Marsh Drive this morning, two American alligators, and one raccoon.

August 2, 2004

More drizzly, gray, overcast skies for Kiawah this morning. Tropical Storm Alex is holding off the coast, bringing us clouds and possible winds of up to 40 mph.  Not a very good way to begin August, is it?

Turtle News: The Kiawah Island Turtle Patrol says that Kiawah is now up to 58 nests.  This is still the lowest number we have had since turtle patrol began on Kiawah Island. L

This week is your last opportunity to donate school supplies for the children of Mt. Zion Elementary. Click here for information.

It is 79 degrees at 9:00 this morning. Today's temperature is supposed to be in the mid-eighties, with the low tonight in the upper seventies.   There is a 60% chance of thunderstorms today and tonight. 

Today's Kiawah Critter Count:   Two osprey, two five-lined skinks, dozens of snowy egrets roosting on the trees at the lagoon on Sea Marsh Drive, one American alligator, two female white-tailed deer, and one raccoon.

August 1, 2004

It is overcast on Kiawah this morning, and gray and humid as well. We are told to expect up to 30 mph winds along the coast this afternoon.  A tropical storm watch is currently in effect, so batten down those hatches!

August is here! School begins next week, and the island will be less populated soon.  Speaking of school, there are some children at Mt. Zion Elementary school who would welcome your assistance. If you shop at Harris Teeter, participate in their "Partners in Education" program by asking the person at the checkout counter to enter 3455 for Mt. Zion.  This week is your last opportunity to donate school supplies. Click here for information.

It is 79 degrees at 9:00 this morning. The high today should be in the upper eighties Tonight's low is supposed to be in the mid-seventies.   There is a 60% chance of thunderstorms today and 40% tonight. 

Today's Kiawah Critter Count: A line of eight brown pelicans winging over the waves, one ladderback woodpecker, three American alligators, two female white-tailed deer, and one mama raccoon with four babies.