Mid-December U.S. Agricultural Weather Brief: Regional Snapshot and 7-Day Planning Outlook
Mid-December U.S. ag outlook: fast Pacific-to-Plains storm track brings West mountain snow, mixed precip north, rain South/East, with sharp temperature swings, brief hard freezes, and gusty winds. Impacts include winter wheat establishment, soil moisture recharge, livestock cold stress, freeze risks for Southeast/California. Manage wind erosion, soil compaction, icing; consult NWS/Mesonet.