Forecast Update

As of sunset on Wednesday night birds appear to be migrating across the entire Mid-Atlantic. Northerly winds that were forecast for the region have not appeared, and light winds at the surface are allowing migration-ready birds to take advantage of the clear skies. See the updated birding forecast for more details.

Migration Weather Forecast

Tuesday - Thursday Night

High pressure over the region is causing a general northwesterly flow, but calm and variable winds over New Jersey and the northeastern US are allowing for some migration out of the region tonight. Over the Delmarva Peninsula winds are still strong and out of the northwest, keeping birds from migrating into the northern mid-Atlantic states. Migration on Wednesday night will depend on how light the winds become after sunset (see the birding forecast for updated information). The next cold front will slowly approach the eastern flyway at the end of the week, but for now it still looks like we'll be getting light northerly winds through Thursday night. Since north winds are expected to be stronger to our south, the mid-Atlantic should not expect much in the way of new arrivals through Friday morning.

Birding Forecast

Wednesday - Friday

The general birding forecast still holds: Blue skies, cool breeze, and lots of birds around. Birds are moving into the region as of Wednesday night and will be dispersed across the landscape on Thursday and Friday mornings. Tried and true spring migrant traps will be the best locations for both mornings.

For information on what's being seen TODAY in Cape May, check out the View From the Cape, on BirdCapeMay.org

Good Birding,

David La Puma