Drought in Florence, Wisconsin

Drought that developed last summer continued into the new year across Florence County. During the month, Severe Drought (D2) continued across the eastern two-thirds of the county while Moderate Drought (D1) was confined to the western third of the county. At Florence, the precipitation total for the month was 0.71 inches, which was 0.25 inches below normal or 74 percent of normal. The snowfall total for the month was only 5.2 inches, which was 8.7 inches below normal or

38% of normal. The mild temperatures this winter melted much of the snow pack as many days during the month only recorded a trace or zero for the daily snow depth.

Drought that developed last summer continued into the new year across north-central and far northeast Wisconsin. The most pronounced drought conditions were noted across the southwest corner of Forest, northern Langlade, Lincoln, much of Oneida, and far western Vilas counties where Severe Drought (D2) was reported. Abnormally Dry (D0) or Moderate Drought (D1) conditions were noted over the remainder of the area.