Precipitation

Cattle in thunderstorm
Speeding up grazing during periods of precipitation and slowing down during dry times is a great strategy to use while adjusting for weather conditions.

Pasture and Forage Minute: Forage Options for Post-Harvest Wheat Fields, Grazing Strategies for Inclement Weather

July 7, 2022
Extension educators share insights on forage options for dryland and irrigated wheat fields after harvest, and how to adjust grazing during periods of both wet and dry climate.

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Precipitation map

Weekly Agricultural Weather Update — July 6, 2022

July 7, 2022
The current forecast for mid-July reflects persistent high temperatures in the 90s and 100s, with minor precipitation events expected on July 12 and July 21.

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July temperature map

Updated CPC July Outlook Continues to Favor Above-normal Temperatures, Below-normal Moisture for Nebraska

July 1, 2022
Nebraska Climatologist Al Dutcher reviews the official climate forecast for July and breaks down the potential for timely precipitation events during critical crop growth stages.

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June precipitation

Weekly Agricultural Weather Update — June 28, 2021

June 29, 2022
The forecast for July includes chances of precipitation across the state beginning this weekend, followed by a return to temperatures in the 90s and 100s until mid-July.

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July precipitation map

Weekly Agricultural Weather Update — June 22, 2022

June 23, 2022
The current forecast indicates multiple chances for widespread precipitation in western Nebraska during the first part of July, which may slow drought expansion and intensification.

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Abnormal precipitation map

A Little Bit of Everything This May

June 17, 2022
Below freezing conditions and wind chill temperatures in the 10s, heat indices in the triple digits, a derecho, dust storms and heavy rainfall — May brought no shortage of extreme weather to Nebraska.

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Temperature forecast map

Weekly Agricultural Weather Update — June 14, 2022

June 16, 2022
From June 17-21, widespread middle 90s to low 100s are forecast statewide, with the warmest temperatures forecast for the southern half of the state.

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Precipitation map

Weekly Agricultural Weather Update — June 7, 2022

June 7, 2022
Several rounds of thunderstorms are predicted for Nebraska through June 14, followed by a warming trend that will push temperatures into the 100s.

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