I could be wrong, but I read zdog's post as dry humor - irony & understatement.   Sorta like saying summertime in Houston, TX, USA is somewhat warm and just a bit humid. (100 degrees Farenheit and 90% humidity for 2 months straight, back when I lived there.   ;^)
    cheers,
    ybiC

Ooops...   I shoulda re-read the thread before posting.   zdog has already explained his intent.