The Office of the Kansas State Climatologist, hosted by Kansas State University’s Agronomy Department, has launched an enhanced version of its website. This platform is an integrated, comprehensive resource for Kansas citizens, particularly oriented toward state agencies, farmers, and stakeholders. It provides reliable climate information to support agricultural and environmental decision-making. Continue reading “Introducing the new Kansas State Climatologist website”
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A Look into Fall 2023 Weather
Christopher “Chip” Redmond, Kansas Mesonet, christopherredmond@ksu.edu
A prominent high pressure has once again built back in across the Central Plains with much warmer than normal temperatures returning. With a third heatwave this summer, many are interested in what the fall will provide in terms of harvest and planting weather. We will provide a very brief summary of the past, a look at the current and how that all plays a role in the coming months. Continue reading “A Look into Fall 2023 Weather”
Kansas Fire Season is Here
The start of 2023 has been quiet wildfire-wise across Kansas. Much of central and eastern Kansas received above-normal moisture in January (https://bit.ly/3l7QjTx), helping keep fires at bay despite much above-normal temperatures. As we approach the core part of Kansas fire season, March and April, this trend may not remain the same. Continue reading “Kansas Fire Season is Here”
