Weather: It is 47 degrees at 9:05 this morning. Despite the warmer temperatures later this afternoon, it will still be cool tonight.  The high today should be near sixty with a 50% chance of rain. Tonight's low is supposed to be in the mid-forties with a 90% chance of showers. 

Today's Kiawah Critter Count Five hooded mergansers, one white-tailed deer, two double-crested cormorants, one raccoon, and dozens of snowy egrets on Sea Marsh Drive. 

December 24, 2007

It is partly sunny on Kiawah this morning, and far cooler than the week-end.  But it should be a very nice day to be out & about.  Do you have all of your holiday shopping finished?

A little holiday fun... Here is a fun Christmas Carol quiz. Try to identify the carol from the clues. Some are pretty tricky!  Can you decipher these?

1. The apartment of 2 psychiatrists.

2. The lad is a diminutive percussionist.

Click here for the answers and more tricky clues...

Weather: It is 41 degrees at 9:05 this morning. Despite the warmer temperatures later this afternoon, it will still be cool tonight.  Highs today in the low sixties, lows in the mid-forties. 

Week-end Kiawah Critter Count Spotted at various times & places around Kiawah during the week-end: about twenty hooded mergansers, seven white-tailed deer, five brown pelicans, five double-crested cormorants, one raccoon, and dozens of snowy egrets on Sea Marsh Drive.

December 21, 2007

Kiawah is overcast and soggy this morning, though warmer than recently.  The promised rain arrived late Thursday night, bring strong gusty winds. It has been raining non-stop for several hours with no end in sight.  Should we start thinking about a wet Christmas rather than a white one?

A little holiday fun... How do you say Merry Christmas in…

Armenian - Shenoraavor Nor Dari yev Pari
Danish - Glædelig Jul
Finnish - Hyvaa joulua
French - Joyeux Noel
German - Froehliche Weihnachten
Greek - Kala Christouyenna!
Hawaiian - Mele Kalikimaka
Hebrew - Mo'adim Lesimkha. Chena tova
Click here to see more...

December Sky The skies over Kiawah are cloudy just now, but there is always a ray of sunshine just around the corner. Do you have a photo you would like to share? Click here to send it.

Week-end Weather: It is 55 degrees at 9:05 Friday morning. It seems that gray rainy skies are our lot for the next couple of days, though hopefully clearing on Sunday.  Highs Friday in the upper fifties with a 100% chance of showers.  Lows Friday night in the low fifties with a 20% chance of rain.  Saturday's high should be in the low sixties with a 20% chance of showers.  The low Saturday is supposed to be in the low fifties with a 30% chance.  The temperature should warm up to near seventy on Sunday, with a low in the upper forties.  There is a 20% chance of rain during the day and evening Sunday.

Today's Kiawah Critter Count Roughly a dozen hooded mergansers, two white-tailed deer,seven brown pelicans, two double-crested cormorants, one very wet raccoon, and dozens of snowy egrets on Sea Marsh Drive.

December 20, 2007

It is sunny on Kiawah this morning, with no breeze in sight.  Forecasters are predicting that rain will start late this evening, raining most of the day Friday.  So it looks like we will have a soggy start to our week-end.

Today's Kiawah Critter Count Four white-tailed deer,five brown pelicans, three double-crested cormorants, one raccoon, and dozens of snowy egrets on Sea Marsh Drive.

December 19, 2007

Kiawah is sunny this morning, and a bit warmer.  Yea!  It is interesting to look outside and see what appears to be warmth and sunshine. But when you step outside, your senses tell you a different story. Luckily it is going to warm up today, so grab your outdoor gear and head outside to play! 

KICA web site: The folks at KICA have been hard at work adding new features to the web site.  The latest is a camera pointed towards Kiawah's beach. It features a constantly updating image taken from the second floor deck. So whether you are at your home in Kiawah or halfway across the world you can still view a beautiful Kiawah sunrise.  View it by clicking here.

Weather: It is 46 degrees at 9:05 this morning. It will be slightly warmer today than yesterday, so you might not need your sweater. Highs today in the low sixties, lows in the mid-forties.

Today's Kiawah Critter Count One male white-tailed deer, two double-crested cormorants, one raccoon, and dozens of snowy egrets on Sea Marsh Drive.

December 18, 2007

Once again it is sunny on Kiawah this morning, and again we awoke to cool temperatures.

KICA web site: The folks at KICA have been hard at work adding new features to the web site.  The latest is a camera pointed towards Kiawah's beach. It features a constantly updating image taken from the second floor deck. So whether you are at your home in Kiawah or halfway across the world you can still view a beautiful Kiawah sunrise.  View it by clicking here.

Weather: It is 39 degrees at 9:00 this morning. Despite earlier forecasts, the weather is NOT supposed to warm up by Friday, but will remain cool throughout the week-end.  Highs today in the mid-fifties, lows in the low forties with a 20% chance of rain.  ** Plant Watch **

Today's Kiawah Critter Count One marsh hawk, three white-tailed deer,two double-crested cormorants, one raccoon, and dozens of snowy egrets on Sea Marsh Drive.

December 17, 2007

It is sunny on Kiawah this morning, but we are back to normal temperatures for this time of year.  Baby it's cold outside!

Did you know? Today is the anniversary of the first manned flight, undertaken by the Wright brothers in Kitty Hawk, N.C..

Weather: It is 35 degrees at 9:00 this morning. YIKES! This represents a 30 degree drop in temperature since Friday morning.  Highs today in the low fifties, lows in the low thirties.  ** Plant Watch **

Week-end Kiawah Critter Count Spotted at various times & places around Kiawah during the week-end: one male cardinal, two belted kingfishers, one marsh hawk, seven white-tailed deer, five double-crested cormorants, one raccoon, and dozens of snowy egrets on Sea Marsh Drive

December 14, 2007 Week-end Edition

Kiawah is sunny this morning, and once again we are headed into a nice warm day.  The cold front we have been hearing so much about is headed our way, and it looks to arrive sometime Sunday.  Did you hide your sweaters, or are they still close by?

Celestial Event: The Geminids meteor shower will be visible tonight. It is a medium speed shower with 50-100 meteors per hour. The best viewing time is from 1 to 3 a.m., so get comfortable in the lawn chair, and gaze directly overhead to catch some of this spectacular meteor shower.

Week-end Weather: It is 62 degrees at 9:00 Friday morning.  These are probably the last few warm days for quite a while!  Friday's highs should be in the low seventies, lows in the mid-fifties. Saturday the high is supposed to be in the mid-sixties with a 70% chance of showers, the low in the upper fifties with a 100% chance of rain. The high should be near sixty Sunday, with a 20% chance of showers. The rain is supposed to disappear completely Sunday, and our warm temperatures with it.  Lows Sunday night in the low thirties.  ** Plant Watch **

Today's Kiawah Critter Count One male cardinal, two female and one male white-tailed deer,five double-crested cormorants, one raccoon, and dozens of snowy egrets on Sea Marsh Drive.

December 13, 2007

It is sunny and warm on Kiawah this morning. It is so very odd to be outside and see folks without jackets or sweaters.  This weather even has people driving around with their convertible tops down!  It seems our heat wave will disappear Sunday however, so we had all better enjoy it while it lasts!

Hooded Mergansers The "hoodies" are here! Take a close look at Kiawah's ponds and lagoons and you will probably spot a few hooded mergansers quietly swimming along their way. Do you have a photo you would like to share? Click here to send it.

Weather: It is 61 degrees at 9:00 this morning.  More warm weather is slated for today, with nary a cloud in sight. Highs in the low seventies, lows in the upper fifties.

Today's Kiawah Critter Count One male cardinal, one male white-tailed deer, three double-crested cormorants, one raccoon, and dozens of snowy egrets on Sea Marsh Drive.

December 12, 2007

Kiawah is warm and wonderful this morning. As Mr. Rogers would say, "It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood."

Don't Forget: Town of Kiawah Island Naturalist Jim Jordan will be giving the "State of the Beach" presentation at
2:00 pm at the Sandcastle Community Center.  For more information on the presentation, please contact the Town of Kiawah Island at 768-9166. 

Weather: It is 64 degrees at 9:00 this morning.  We are still in the midst of a December heat wave, and once again the high today should be near eighty! Lows tonight in the upper fifties.

Today's Kiawah Critter Count One male white-tailed deer, three double-crested cormorants, one raccoon, and dozens of snowy egrets on Sea Marsh Drive.

December 11, 2007

It is sunny on Kiawah again this morning, and still quite warm. Once again the sunshine has come through for us, and the island looks warm and inviting. The birds are singing quite loudly this morning - riding down Governor's Drive you can hear the squawking of the egrets and the calling of the sea gulls.

Happy Hannukah!
This is the final  night of Hanukkah.

Weather: It is 58 degrees at 9:05 this morning.  Look for the warmth to last the rest of this week.  Today's high should be near eighty (yes, REALLY!), the low in the mid-fifties.

Today's Kiawah Critter Count One great blue heron, one osprey, two white-tailed deer, two double-crested cormorants, one raccoon, and dozens of snowy egrets on Sea Marsh Drive.

December 10, 2007

Kiawah is sunny are warm this morning. We are experiencing unseasonably warm temperatures, but no one is complaining!  Lots of folks were out & about on the paths and the beach this week-end - were you able to get outside and play?

Happy Hannukah!
	This is the seventh night of Hanukkah.

Albino Deer Someone sent this photo of an albino deer to share. The story has not been verified by www.Snopes.com yet, but the photo certainly is interesting, don't you think?  Do you have a photo you would like to share? Click here to send it.

Weather: It is 59 degrees at 9:05 this morning.  After a fabulous week-end the temperatures are expected to stay warm for a few more days.  Highs today in the mid-seventies, lows in the upper fifties.

Week-end Kiawah Critter Count Spotted at various times & places around Kiawah during the week-end: one Belted Kingfisher, three great blue herons, three osprey, two American alligators, one black vulture, four white-tailed deer, six double-crested cormorants, one raccoon, and dozens of snowy egrets on Sea Marsh Drive.

December 7, 2007 Week-end Edition

It is overcast on Kiawah this morning. The week-end is supposed to be warm and sunny, a wonderful treat for mid-December. Perhaps you can get outside to cheer on the participants in the Kiawah Island Marathon Saturday?

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day: December 7th is dedicated as a day to remember those who died in the Japanese attack of Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. The attack on Pearl Harbor, in which more than 2,400 Americans died, was the final push that convinced Americans to join World War II.

Island Happenings: The 30th Annual Kiawah Island Marathon: will be run Saturday with an 8:00 a.m. race start. In order to ensure the safety of the runners, the Kiawah Island Parkway will be closed from the Sea Forest Drive intersection (at Each Beach Village) to the Vanderhorst Security Gate from 7:55 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. Please expect delays at this time. Runners will be on our roadways and bike paths throughout the morning and early afternoon, so please be cautious while driving. Click here for more information , as well as a map of the race route.

Happy Hannukah!
Today is the fourth night of Hanukkah.

Week-end Weather: It is 51 degrees at 9:00 Friday morning.  This week-end the temperatures will be a nice warm surprise for December! Highs Friday in the mid-sixties, lows in the mid-fifties. Saturday the high should be in the mid-seventies, the low in the upper fifties.  Last but not least, Sunday should bring highs in the mid-seventies and lows in the mid-fifties.

Today's Kiawah Critter Count One great blue heron, three American alligators, two black vultures, one male white-tailed deer, two double-crested cormorants, one raccoon, and dozens of snowy egrets on Sea Marsh Drive.

December 6, 2007

Kiawah is sunny this morning, and while it is not warm outside, it really is not cool either. Once again we are lucky! The temperature should be in the mid-fifties today, good news for all the folks who are out and about fetching Christmas trees or getting a start on holiday shopping.

Happy Hannukah!
Today is the third night of Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights.
Why not whip up a special recipe to celebrate the holiday?  Click here for a few suggestions.

Weather: It is 47 degrees at 9:00 this morning.  It will be cooler today than yesterday, but still very pleasant.  Highs in the mid-fifties, lows in the low forties.

** Plant Watch **

Today's Kiawah Critter Count One great blue heron, two male white-tailed deer, three double-crested cormorants, one raccoon, and dozens of snowy egrets on Sea Marsh Drive.

December 5, 2007

It is sunny on Kiawah this morning. Today should provide ample opportunity to get outside and play, as warm daytime temperatures stick around for a bit longer. 

Happy Hannukah!
	Today is the first full day of Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights.
Click here to play the dreidel game in honor of the holiday.

Golfing Eagle? Harry Minikel got an EAGLE on the par 3 hole #12 at Cougar Point Golf Course. It is difficult to see here, but the eagle has a fish in its talons.  Do you have a photo you would like to share? Click here to send it.

Weather: It is 47 degrees at 9:00 this morning.  Looks like a great day to be on Kiawah!  Today's highs should be in the upper sixties, the low in the low forties tonight. ** Plant Watch **

Today's Kiawah Critter Count One bald eagle, three great blue herons, one male and two female white-tailed deer, two double-crested cormorants, one raccoon, and dozens of snowy egrets on Sea Marsh Drive.

December 4, 2007

Kiawah is sunny and lovely this morning, but fairly chilly.  Have you started your preparations for the holidays yet?  Hope so, because the first holiday begins today!

Happy Hannukah!
Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights, begins this evening at sundown.
It celebrates the victory of the Maccabees and the rededication of the Jerusalem Temple. It also commemorates the miracle of the oil that burned for 8 days.  If you would like to learn more, click here.

Weather: It is 41 degrees at 9:00 this morning. We should have a beautiful day, though far cooler than yesterday. Highs in the low sixties, lows tonight in the low forties. ** Plant Watch **

Today's Kiawah Critter Count One bald eagle, one great blue heron, one white-tailed deer,two double-crested cormorants, one raccoon, and dozens of snowy egrets on Sea Marsh Drive.

December 3, 2007

It is overcast on Kiawah this morning.  Hope you enjoyed our lovely weather over the week-end, because it is going to get C-O-L-D tonight.  Welcome to December!   

Weather: It is 64 degrees at 9:00 this morning. It is supposed to be very windy today, with gusts up to 35 miles per hour.  Highs today in the mid-seventies with a 20% chance of rain. The winds are supposed to drop tonight's low into the upper thirties. ** Plant Watch **

Week-end Kiawah Critter Count Spotted at various times & places around Kiawah during the week-end: three great blue herons, one osprey, two male white-tailed deer, seven double-crested cormorants, two large American alligators, one raccoon, and dozens of snowy egrets on Sea Marsh Drive.