Same thing here in Pittsburgh..... moist on north side. I own a small nursery and I'm out with the earth all the day (except when here).
Those natural ways to predict the weather are very accurate, if you have studied them long enough.
Believe or no, Marin County, CA used to be "country". My first job in life was shooting crows. It was a horse and cow area. And I learned early on to take note of the signs nature gave me concerning winters and summers. It's never failed. So, yes, I agree with you, BTS. I'm always happiest out of doors and gardening. You run a nursery, eh? What heaven!