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Low Rain Chances Friday

Warming Back Up into the Weekend

Drought Monitor Update

October 15th - 21st Temperature Outlook

Most will stay dry on Friday, but we will have some low potential for showers and even an isolated rumble of thunder in areas along and north of I-44 tomorrow. The highest chances (20-40%) are in areas along and north of the Highway 54 corridor. Rain totals will be generally less than 0.1" but if a storm develops, the affected area may see up to 0.5".

Warmer temperatures return through late week into the weekend, with highs 5 to 10 degrees above average for mid-October. Limited rain chances (10-40%) on Friday.

Drought conditions continue to worsen across the Ozarks from above normal temperatures, below normal precipitation, and dry soils. Low (10-40%) rain chances Friday appear to offer little relief, with drought expected to continue worsening through the next few weeks.

Guidance continues to highlight above normal temperatures as we progress through mid-October. Temperatures could be upwards of 5 to 10 degrees above normal.