U.S. Weather/Crop Progress
U.S. Drought Monitor Weather Forecast: During the December 20-23 time period, a system is expected to bring some much-needed moisture to the Pacific Northwest. Additionally, heavy rains are expected across portions of the eastern southern Plains and into the middle Mississippi and Ohio Valleys. Others along the eastern Seaboard and up into New England can also expect to share in some of the moisture, although at more modest levels. Above-normal to well-above-normal temperatures are expected across northern California, Texas and the Gulf Coast region and from Florida northward into New England. Cold air looks to remain entrenched across the central and northern Plains along with the western Great Lakes region.
For the period of December 24-28, warmer temperatures are anticipated across California and the southern Atlantic Coast region from Florida up to the coastal Carolinas. Cooler temperatures are expected in the Pacific Northwest, Intermountain West, Mississippi Valley and Midwest, including the Great Lakes. Dryness seems to be in the cards for most, with below-normal precipitation likely across most of the West, central and southern Plains, Mississippi Valley and western Gulf Coast states. The southern Atlantic Coast states can expect above-normal amounts of the wet stuff, though. Follow this link to view current U.S. and international weather patterns and the future outlook: Weather and Crop Bulletin.