The just ended month of October was warmer and drier than normal across Iowa. State climatologist Harry Hillaker says the statewide average rainfall total for the month was one-and-three-quarters inches (1.75 inches), about one inch less than usual for October…..
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(It was the 52nd driest October in Iowa in 143 years of record keeping. Most of the month was ideal for farmers who were working to complete the harvest….
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The month of November is starting off dry and warm — as highs are forecast to reach the 70s again mid week. Showers and much cooler conditions are expected to push into the state by the weekend.