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Better Weather for Pumpkins in Illinois

I have to admit - I am a big fan of pumpkin pie. So I was concerned about the news stories about the pumpkin shortage. It turns out that Illinois ...

Outlook for Fall – Warm and Dry

NOAA's Climate Prediction Center issued new outlooks today for October and beyond. The latest outlook for October shows all of Illinois having increased chances of being both warmer and drier ...

Tornado Tally for 2010 in Illinois

Based on data from the NOAA Storm Prediction Center, there have been 46 tornado reports in Illinois in 2010, as of September 14. These reports are based on damage at ...

Tropical Storm Hermine Reaches Illinois

The remains of Tropical Storm Hermine have reached Illinois this morning. Rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are possible and flash flood warnings have been issued. Check the National ...

Summer – One of the Warmest and Wettest on Record

Summer This summer was one of the warmest and wettest in Illinois history, based on preliminary data. The average statewide temperature for this summer (June-August) was 76.4 degrees, 2.7 degrees ...