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Tracking a Couple of Storm Systems Across the Country

Showers, along with a few strong to severe thunderstorms, are expected from the Great Lakes, New England and southward into the Ohio and Tennessee Valleys. In the wake of this system, a stronger storm is expected to track from the Pacific Northwest, Plains and through the Eastern U.S. this weekend. Strong winds, showers and a larger drop in temperatures are expected this weekend into Monday. Read More >

 

 

Key Messages:

  • Temperatures were well above normal and precipitation was well below normal for most places in September.
  • Both Duluth and Brainerd observed their warmest Septembers on record (by average temperature).
  • Drought conditions have expanded across the region due to the lack of rainfall.
  • Odds are highly tilted in favor of above normal temperatures and below normal rainfall through mid-October.
  • There are nearly equal chances for above, below, or around normal temperatures and odds are very slightly tilted in favor of above average precipitation for some parts of the region through December.

 
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