Looking at the state, 26 percent of it is now in a moderate drought with another 68 percent considered to be abnormally dry! Several inches of rain will be needed to bring the soil back to normal.
According to Storm Center 7 meteorologists, a more active pattern for the middle of October can help to bring more frequent rainfall to the Miami Valley.
>>Winter to bring big swings in temperatures and precipitation for the Miami Valley
Any bit of rain is not a waste though. Here’s a look at how much rain fell in your city this week:
- Dayton .46"
- Tipp City .44"
- Eaton .41"
- Troy .40"
- Springfield .33"
- Beavercreek .33"
- Xenia .31"
- Centerville .29"
- Sidney .25"