Weather forecasters at Ronaldsway say 2009 was a slightly warmer, wetter year than average, with a good spring and early summer.
A summary of statistics for 2009 shows higher than normal temperatures throughout the year, although bucking the trend was December, which was the frostiest since 1961.
Dave Hulse from the Met Office says 2009 roughly followed a pattern established in previous years:
Isle of Man inflation eases slightly to 2.8% in October
Rising restaurant, food and tobacco prices continue to drive inflation, while energy costs help offset increases
Progress on autism strategy welcomed
Strategy team's first annual report and Phase 2 Action Plan published
Paper car tax discs cost DOI £7,500 each month
Minister admits infrastructure is not in place to digitise process within this administration
Just over half the vehicles examined were defective
Notices were issued for faulty lights, worn tyres, and a missing wheel nut
Milan Vets extends farm services following feedback from clients
Services to continue beyond 1 November with update 'early in the New Year'