New USDA Plant Hardiness Zones Map
The USDA released their new Plant Hardiness Zone map, which shows significant changes in Illinois’ hardiness zones, reflecting the impact of human-caused climate change. The newest Illinois maps is available ...
Mild October Had a Chilly End
The preliminary statewide average October temperature was 56.7 degrees, 1.9 degrees above the 1991–2020 average and tied for the 31st warmest on record going back to 1895. The preliminary statewide ...
September Brought a Mix of Summer & Fall
The preliminary statewide average September temperature was 68.1 degrees, 1.3 degrees below the 1991–2020 average and tied for the 38th warmest on record going back to 1895. The preliminary statewide ...
Drought Impacts Continue into Fall
Drought re-intensified in Illinois at the end of the growing season and has increased the fire and blowing dust risk as we approach harvest. River levels have also dropped near ...
August Wraps up a Mild and Drier Summer
The preliminary statewide average August temperature was 73.5 degrees, 0.1 degree above the 1991–2020 average and tied for the 63rd coolest on record going back to 1895. The preliminary statewide ...
