Drew Lerner, Author at World Weather

El Nino Update: What Has Been Lost Or Gained?

Kansas City, August 4 (World Weather Inc.) – El Nino continues present across the tropical region of the eastern Pacific Ocean and it has been in place for the past two months. Even though it is early in the event there has not been much adverse weather in the world to impact agriculture production, thus far. That does not mean that El Nino has not had an influence and that does not preclude the potential for adverse weather in the next few months. Drought is evolving in Indonesia and rainfall has been below normal in southern Thailand, north-central Myanmar, southern India, the Greater Antilles and in parts of Mexico and Central America. However, there does not seem to be much serious impact from the event thus far. El Nino’s persistence over the next few months could easily change that and the situation must continue to be monitored.

U.S. Plains Set To Dry Down After Recent Rainfall

Kansas City, August 3 (World Weather Inc.) – Several areas from Colorado, Nebraska, and northern Kansas into South Dakota, Minnesota, and a few pockets in North Dakota received timely rain during the past week. The precipitation likely improved development conditions for the short-term, though additional rain is needed to support better late-season growth. The Southern Plains and Delta were dry or received limited rainfall and concerns remain high for production cuts this season. The Midwest and southeastern states saw a good mix of rain and sunshine during the past week and crop conditions remained relatively good. The Plains and Delta will only have a few opportunities for erratic rain this week with temperatures again climbing above normal at times. Aggressive drying is expected and may continue to stress crops in the driest and warmest areas. The Midwest and southeastern states will see a mix of erratic rain and sunshine. Many areas will not receive enough rain to counter evaporation. Most will still have enough moisture to promote good growth in the short-term.