Which areas of KELOLAND need more rain?
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There were periods of rain in eastern KELOLAND throughout the day as temperatures remained below average. While we've been getting steadier rain for the second half of May, it still hasn't been enough to bring some in KELOLAND to their climate average, but that's not the case for everyone.
This graphic shows the rain compared to the average for May so far (not including today). While many in central South Dakota are above average, it's not the case for eastern or western South Dakota. Sioux Falls remains over an inch below average and Rapid City is around three-quarters inch below.
Compared to the year so far, many that have been above average for May are also above average for the year. And the same is true for those that haven't been getting as much rain this month. Check out Sioux Falls, over 3 inches below average for the year. Huron is below by an inch and a third.
On the other side, areas are over two inches from Buffalo to Mobridge.
As temperatures warm later this week and last into next week, scattered showers and storms will remain in the forecast as I expect things to improve for those that haven't seen much improvement.
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