Key Points:
Extreme Drought (D3) continues across far southwest Vilas and far northwest Oneida counties. Since August 1st, Rest Lake has received 29% of normal rainfall while Florence was only 32%.
Drought conditions improved across central into east-central WI where 2 to 7 inches of rain was recorded on Sep 3-4.. The highest totals were from Appleton, Neenah and Menasha through Brillion and Chilton down to Valders in Manitowoc County.
Another round of rain is expected Monday and Monday night (Sep 14-15) that could bring additional improvement in drought conditions across the area.
Discussion:
Extreme Drought (D3) continues across far southwest Vilas and far northwest Oneida counties. Severe Drought (D2) continues north and east of a line from Wausau to Argonne to Peshtigo, as well as portions of central Door County. Drought conditions across central and east-central WI improved during the past week as heavy rainfall from 2 to 7 inches was recorded on Sep 3-4. Another round of rain is expected Monday and Monday night (Sep 14-15) that could bring additional improvements in drought conditions.
View the latest Drought Information Slides and Drought Text Statement for northeast Wisconsin for more detailed information. Drought statements for other areas here.
Drought Conditions
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Drought Factors and Impacts
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Observed precipitation over the past 7 days:
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Looking Ahead
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Extended outlooks from the Climate Prediction Center:
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