Market Perspectives September 13, 2013

U.S. Weather/Crop Progress


U.S. Drought Monitor Weather Forecast: During the period of September 13-16, heavy rainfall (2-4 inches) is anticipated over New Mexico, Colorado, western Kansas, and far southern Texas. Generally light rain (0.5-inch or less) is expected across the Midwest, with high temperatures near- to slightly below normal.

For the ensuing five days (September 17-21), odds for above-normal precipitation are greatest across the central third of the contiguous U.S., the Gulf Coast and Pacific Northwest, with maximum probabilities near 60 percent over southern Texas. Odds for below normal precipitation are greatest over the Northeast, mid-Atlantic region, and upper Ohio Valley. Follow this link to view current U.S. and international weather patterns and the future outlook: Weather and Crop Bulletin