Heat, humidity for many; storms favor the upper Midwest, western & northern Corn Belt

Across the Corn Belt, near- or slightly above-normal temperatures; scattered thunderstorms; and mostly abundant soil moisture reserves are supporting robust corn and soybean development.  Friday’s Midwestern high temperatures will remain at or below 95°F, aside from a few higher readings in the southwestern Corn Belt. On the Plains, heat is peaking, with Friday’s maximum temperatures…Continue Reading

Seasonal heat for most; rainfall at least adequate for many across the Heartland

Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for above-normal temperatures nearly nationwide, with the Northeast having the greatest likelihood of experiencing anomalously hot weather.  Meanwhile, near- or above-normal rainfall across most of the country should contrast with drier-than-normal conditions across interior sections of the West, including much of the Great Basin and portions of…Continue Reading

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