Abnormally Dry Conditions Continue in Illinois

The latest drought monitor from the National Drought Mitigation Center continues to show abnormally dry conditions across much of northern Illinois, while moderate drought conditions persist over west-central Illinois.

A little over 42 percent of the state is considered abnormally dry, down from 44 percent from last week. Seven percent of the state is now considered in moderate drought conditions, slightly up from the 6 percent from last week.

August is actually a little over an inch above average with 4.38 inches of precipitation recorded for the month. Dry conditions are expected through the weekend before a quick moving system works into the Midwest and Great Lakes early next week.