Richmond, VA – Residents across the Mid-Atlantic region can expect a stretch of dry weather through the first week of October, according to the National Weather Service.
The U.S. National Weather Service Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center reported Wednesday that only light rain will end today in Virginia’s mountains, followed by seven consecutive days of dry conditions across Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Delaware.
According to forecasters, this pattern will lead to steady to slowly falling water levels on rivers and creeks across the region heading into next week. Maps from NOAA show that much of central and southern Pennsylvania, northern Virginia, and western Maryland are already running below average rainfall over the past 30 days.
Communities across the Mid-Atlantic have seen departures of 1 to 2 inches below normal rainfall this past month, with the driest areas concentrated in south-central Pennsylvania and parts of western Maryland. Delaware and eastern Virginia are also trending drier than average.
While the dry spell offers a break from storm-related travel delays, it may raise concerns for farmers and those monitoring local drought conditions if the pattern continues into October. Residents are advised to stay aware of changing conditions, particularly if water levels continue to drop on smaller streams and creeks.
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