Author: Gannon
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November 2022 Climate Summary
Sunrise in Western Kansas, Photo Courtesy of Gannon Rush Regional Breakdown November brought relief from the continued above-normal temperatures; however, precipitation was still below-normal for much of the region. Drought conditions will likely continue through the winter, which will affect agricultural production. A lone bright spot in agriculture was the optimal weather conditions allowed for…
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October 2022 Climate Summary
Struggling corn in Western Kansas, Photo Courtesy of Kevin Rush Warm and Dry Start to Fall October was a month with a flavor of every season, with everything from severe storms to heavy snow across the region. Drought-stricken Kansas was nearly bone-dry, while western Colorado observed above-normal precipitation and up to 22 inches (56 cm)…
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September 2022 Climate Summary
Medicine Bow National Forest in Wyoming, Photo Courtesy of Gannon Rush Warm and Dry Start to Fall The first month of meteorological fall was disappointing for much of the region. Instead of bringing cooler temperatures and much-needed moisture, the trend of warm and dry conditions, unfortunately, dominated the region. The dryness that had been limited…
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Missouri River Basin Summer Quarterly Climate Impacts and Outlooks
Regional- Significant Events for June – August 2022 Highlights for the Basin Rapid snowmelt caused by rain led to record flooding in Montana and parts of Yellowstone National Park from June 11th to 14th. Severe damage was inflicted to infrastructure after flows were nearly 192% of the previous record. The drought-afflicted tri-state area (CO, KS,…
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August 2022 Climate Summary
Dry Pasture in Western Kansas, Photo Courtesy of Kevin Rush A Hot and Dry end to Summer The summer of 2022 ended much like it began, with hot and dry conditions throughout the region. The resulting drought from these conditions and their effects has finally become clear, with numerous impacts on agriculture, livestock, and water…
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July 2022 Climate Summary
Silage Harvest in Kansas, Photo Courtesy of Gannon Rush Hot and Dry Conditions Continue into July The hot and dry conditions that started at the end of June carried over into July. Temperatures were well above normal for much of the month before finally cooling off. While precipitation was spotty, the amounts were plentiful in…