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Powerful Storms in the Western U.S. and Northern Plains; Heavy Rain and Flooding Threat Across the Central Gulf Coast

A powerful storm system will continue to bring heavy mountain snow, rain, high winds, and hazardous marine conditions to the Pacific Northwest and northern California through midweek. Gusty winds and locally heavy snow are possible over portions of the Northern and Central Plains. Severe thunderstorms, heavy rain and flash flooding risks continue across the central Gulf Coast. Read More >

Rainfall Variations During ENSO


Yap Seasonal Rainfall Variations During ENSO
(Values are % of normal)

El Nino Year (0) Year (+1)
Winter Spring Summer Fall Winter Spring Summer Fall
101% 102% 99% 91% 75% 72% 100% 102%
La Nina Year (0) Year (+1)
Winter Spring Summer Fall Winter Spring Summer Fall
85% 110% 82% 111% 124% 149% 84% 98%