Only New Englanders Will Understand This Weather Logic

New Englanders stand in solidarity on plenty of topics.

We have the best sports teams. We have the best seafood. We have the best scenery.

After Wednesday’s dose of sunshine, I came to a conclusion that I believe will resonate with New Englanders and East Coasters alike.

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It may not make sense to other regions, but in our region, it is a scientific fact that 50 degrees in March is simply not the same as 50 degrees in November.

On Wednesday, I took a stroll in downtown Providence with only a sweatshirt on to block the occasional breeze. With my iced coffee in hand, I found myself beaming with serotonin as the sun shined brightly. My mood was all sunshine and rainbows. If you told me it was 70 degrees, I may have believed you, but I’m a veteran New Englander.

I know it’s fool’s spring coming out to play.

But the truth it, 50 degrees in March feels like a warm embrace and a friendly reminder that spring and summer are inching closer.

50 degrees in November calls for layers, gloves, and hot pumpkin spiced lattes.

I think it comes down to a state of mind. In November, New Englanders mentally prepare for the icy chill that is winter. When it drops to fifty, it’s time to pull out the winter clothes bin from the basement and take out the gloves and scarves.

In March, the defrosting begins. Birds begins chirping again and the promise of longer, warmer days inch closer.

It’s not an exact science. It’s New England science, and if you know, you know.

Do you agree?

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