After the wettest summer (June-July-August) on record, September 2013 was much much quieter by comparison. Temperatures through the month averaged out to be very close to the 30 year normals and we ended up being only a little under an inch below normal on rain for the month. In fact, only 8 of the 30 days in September had rainfall of 0.1 inches or better.
October is off to a warm and dry start, but that will change next week behind the next cold front. Overall though, the Climate Prediction Center (CPC) predicts above average temperatures for October and near normal precipitation.
October 2013 Temperature Outlook (Courtesy: CPC)
October 2013 Precipitation Outlook (Courtesy: CPC)
In case you're wondering, the CPC predicted near normal rainfall for last month and above normal temperatures...so they were 1 for 2 locally on their predictions for September. Enjoy what should turn out to be some beautiful fall colors the next few weeks!
