Weather Final

Oshkosh students returning to school for the fall semester found themselves adding a poncho or umbrella to their list of school supplies as cold temperatures and rain swept through the area.

"It makes me depressed," said UW Oshkosh student Derek Kolb, 21. "With winter coming I would like to be outside more and take advantage of the time that we have."

Normally this time of year is a time in which students walk to class in shorts and t-shirts and girls can be seen tanning outside of the Scotts. But with the recent changes in the weather students are walking to class with coats on their backs and umbrellas over their heads.

According to the National Weather Service, the city of Oshkosh has seen an increase of 1.82 inches over last year and temperatures have decreased significantly as well. Last year on Sept. 12th temperatures, on average, were 18 degrees warmer then they currently stand.

With the recent trend of cooler weather and the seemingly constant presence of rain, it appears as if autumn may be here to stay. Yet, despite the conditions, some Oshkosh residents remain optimistic.

Senior Kyle Kallenberg, 21 is not surprised by the unusual weather and is looking forward for it to pass.

"I just think it's a little cold." Kallenberg states. "It's Wisconsin weather, it's a little unpredictable."

There are upsides to the weather however, as some students are using the cold as an excuse to take part in other activites.

"I get to play more videogames and drink more beer." says student Shawn Mees, 21.

Despite the cold and gloomy weather, people should keep their heads up. The seven-day forecast calls for warmer temperatures throughout the week with temperatures reaching into the 80's for the weekend.