After a record-dry May depleted the abundant moisture of a record-wet April, abnormally dry conditions have enveloped Sheboygan County, leaving us just shy of a moderate drought designation. And while a much-needed half-inch or so of rain today will help parched lawns and early crop growth, it may not be enough to avoid development of drought conditions in the near future.
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Showers and thunderstorms are expected much of today, leaving the weekend with nearly perfect warm and dry weather. More showers and thunderstorms could happen Monday through Wednesday, but a needed “soaker” isn’t in the cards.
As of now, Wisconsin is likely to experience above normal temperatures and below normal precipitation for the remainder of the month, putting a strain on lawns and crops. Translation – moderate drought conditions are likely to develop during June, leading some farmers to consider crop irrigation while lawns largely go dormant without watering.
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