December in Illinois Was Colder, Drier

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Published on January 4 2017 4:17 pm
Last Updated on January 4 2017 4:17 pm
Written by Greg Sapp

December in Illinois was colder and drier than usual.

Statewide, the average temperature in December was 28.6 degrees, 1.2 degrees below normal. Precipitation averaged 1.41 inches for the month, 1.28 inches below normal.

Topsoil moisture supply was rated at 5% short, 87% adequate, and 8% surplus. Subsoil moisture supply was rated at 6% short, 88% adequate, and 6% surplus. 

Winter wheat condition in Illinois in December was rated 2% very poor, 4% poor, 25% fair, 57% good, and 12% excellent.