Weekly Weather Update and Outlook: Sept. 28, 2023
September 28, 2023
A near-record warm period is expected to close out September, and October will begin with widespread rainfall in Nebraska.
Weekly Weather Update and Outlook: Sept. 21, 2023
September 21, 2023
A preview of precipitation expectations for the rest of September, and insights on how this year's corn maturity timeframe may affect final yields.
August Brings Record Heat and Drought Relief
September 15, 2023
Though August began with drought-relieving rainfall in Nebraska, it ended in a record-setting heat wave that took a toll on crops and livestock across almost all of the state.
Weekly Weather Update and Outlook: Aug. 31, 2023
August 31, 2023
Nebraska is entering another stretch of hot weather, beginning September with well above average temperatures and low chances for rainfall.
Emerging Issue: Hot and Dry Finish to August
August 18, 2023
Nebraska will experience above-average temperatures next week, and with meager to no precipitation anticipated, the heat will undoubtedly have an impact on rainfed crops that are stressed or on the verge of stress.
Weekly Weather Update: Aug. 17, 2023
August 17, 2023
Despite significant improvements in drought conditions, much of Nebraska is still lacking deep soil moisture. August precipitation will be critical for the soybean crop, as most areas don't have the capacity to get into September without it.
July Brings Drought Relief and Seasonally Cool Temperatures
August 11, 2023
July of 2023 might best be remembered for its storminess, pleasant temperatures, untimely hailstorms, slow wheat harvest, and historic drought in eastern Nebraska.
Weekly Weather Update: Aug. 10, 2023
August 10, 2023
Last week's rainfall improved Nebraska's overall drought status by 11%, a significant improvement over three months ago when 99% of the state was in some level of drought.