(nr Elephant Butte NM)
About this time of year, rain begins to fall more frequently. Out here they call it the monsoon season. However, it is often little more than a few hours of drizzle. Regardless, any moisture is very welcome in the desert.
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Recently, it rained off and on for five days straight. And along with it, mostly cloudy and much cooler temperatures. It went from hovering around 100, down into the mid-70s; with one day having a high of 65.
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We could use much more of that, as it’s been a pretty dry year. It was a pleasant respite from the heat. I prefer cool breezes over blazing sun anytime.
Camp: Elephant Butte Lake SP-South Monticello Point CG
Scene: Clouds, rain, mountains
The storm clouds image is strikingly beautiful!
Thanks Mark. Glad you like it.
Begging to be painted…
If only the acrylics would do my bidding.