Dry in Argentina; Heavy Rains Continue for South-Central U.S.
Milder temperatures have returned to much of the U.S. but consistent chances for rain will lead to wet conditions for the south-central and Southeast U.S. through the end of the week. Meanwhile, drier conditions will remain across far southern Brazil and Argentina into this weekend. These are the weather factors driving the markets on Tuesday.
MINNEAPOLIS (DTN) — Milder temperatures have returned to much of the U.S. but consistent chances for rain will lead to wet conditions for the south-central and Southeast U.S. through the end of the week. Meanwhile, drier conditions will remain in place across far southern Brazil and Argentina into this weekend. These are the weather factors driving the markets on Tuesday.
PRECIPITATION CHANCES CONTINUE FOR THE MIDWEST THIS WEEK
Warmer air returned on Monday and areas of freezing rain fell across eastern areas. More wintry precipitation and rainfall are expected throughout the rest of this week, but coverage of showers will diminish Thursday and Friday. Freezing rain may continue through Tuesday and parts of Illinois and Indiana could see at least 0.10-0.20 inch of ice. Above- to well-above-normal temperatures are expected through this weekend and northern areas could see temperatures rise to 20 degrees Fahrenheit above normal.
HEAVY RAIN IN PARTS OF THE SOUTHERN PLAINS THROUGH THE END OF THE WEEK
Warmer air started moving into the area on Monday and periods of showers are likely throughout the rest of this week, primarily in the southeast. Heavy rain is possible in eastern Texas, which could help improve the drought in that area. This week’s precipitation should be favorable for increasing soil moisture for areas with dormant wheat.
DRY AND WARM FOR THE NORTHERN PLAINS
A few light snow showers tagged northern areas on Monday, but mostly dry conditions are expected for the rest of the week. Above-normal temperatures will also continue through the end of the week, which should help lessen the harsh conditions for livestock.
HEAVY RAIN FOR THE DELTA OVER THE NEXT FEW DAYS
Several rounds of rain are likely throughout the rest of this week, melting the snow. Heavy rain is likely, and some areas of flooding are possible in southern areas. Water levels along the Mississippi River will receive a boost and increase transportation for at least a little while. Temperatures will continue to be above normal throughout the rest of this week as well.
WIDESPREAD SHOWERS FOR CENTRAL BRAZIL
Showers in central Brazil had low coverage last week but will continue to be more widespread and consistent through the end of this week. This week’s showers have the potential to improve conditions for soybeans that are still maturing, but with harvest already underway for early planted beans the rainfall could be a setback to harvest progress. More consistent showers will also benefit soil moisture for safrinha corn planting which should start up shortly. Far southern areas will be drier throughout the rest of this week, if not longer, which will be a concern for some areas that have missed out on the beneficial rains from previous weeks.
DRYNESS CONCERNS CONTINUE FOR ARGENTINA
Conditions started to trend drier last week and there will not be much relief in dry conditions this week, as any notable precipitation will stay off to the west and south of the main growing areas. Corn and soybean conditions are likely to fall toward the end of the month as soil moisture may begin to deplete this week.
DRIER CONDITIONS FOR SOUTHERN EUROPE THROUGH THE END OF THE WEEK
Good precipitation over the south has been favorable for vegetative wheat in Spain and Italy, but the storm track shifts north this week and southern areas will turn drier. Temperatures will also continue to be above normal for much of the main growing areas this week.
Teresa Wells can be reached at teresa.deutchman@dtn.com.