U.S. Weather/Crop Progress
U.S. Drought Monitor Weather Forecast:
During the period of October 25-28, temperatures are expected to be below-normal over the eastern half of the United States and above-normal over the West. With a trough setting up over the East, temperatures will be six- to- nine degrees Fahrenheit below-normal over the Ohio River Valley and three- to- six degrees above-normal over the Southwest. Precipitation over the next five days is projected to be greatest over the Great Lakes and east Texas as most of the country will remain dry.
The CPC forecast for October 29-November 3 has the continued chance of below-normal temperatures centered over the central Plains and extending over much of the central United States. Temperatures are expected to be above normal in the Southeast. The best chances for above-normal precipitation are over the Ohio River Valley and covering much of the eastern two-thirds of the country. Precipitation chances are trending below-normal in the Pacific Northwest. Follow this link to view current U.S. and international weather patterns and the future outlook: Weather and Crop Bulletin.