The winter rain season is in full swing, with temperatures falling by approximately ten degrees every two weeks. Skies are overcast and therefore work will continue indoors on previous collected data and special projects.
Telescopes are in hibernation and various degrees of work on the new observatory are temporarily suspended until conditions improve. Several heaters are used 24/7 along with a dehumidifier to take the edge off the cold dampness. By Sunday, temps will fall another ten degrees and the next level, if reached, will produce snow although that would be a rare and relatively short term experience. Indoors, the observatory and all rooms are composed of no insulation, with concrete walls and glass ceramic floors, all constructed in the local region style. The indoor environment easily reaches and matches the outdoor temperature conditions if left unchecked.
