Frost/Freeze — Saline, Illinois

2024-10-17 · Saline, Illinois

Wider weather episode

Widespread freeze and frost brought an end to the growing season for many locations that did not experience patchy sub-freezing temperatures on the morning of the 16th. Low temperatures in Southern Illinois fell to 28-32 degrees; however, locations near the Wabash Valley remained above freezing, causing the first freeze to fall outside the defined growing season. High pressure had moved directly over the region allowing for clear skies and calm winds.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1216517. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.