🌱 US Weather Warriors GrowCast — Friday, August 7, 2026
Heat Advisory conditions and possible late-day thunderstorms make Friday a poor fieldwork day.
Today's Weather Snapshot: Delmarva temperatures range from 75-92°F, with 87-92°F near the coast. Heat stress is high under an active Heat Advisory. Thunderstorms are possible late this afternoon and evening. Winds run near 10-15 mph. Overnight humidity is high, with DEOS readings from 88-100%.
Soil & Recent Rainfall: Two-inch soil temperatures range from 75.8-80.8°F. DEOS stations recorded 0.0 inches of rain in the past 24 hours.
Best Outdoor Work Window: Skip today for fieldwork; heat, wind, and thunderstorm risk limit safe workability.
Planting & Transplanting: Delay planting. Two-inch soils are well above the 60-65°F threshold for warm-season crops, but heat stress and poor workability outweigh soil-temperature readiness. Delay tender transplants until the weather trend improves.
Watering & Irrigation: Hold off on watering today until the rain trend passes; soils may already be wet. Despite 0.0 inches in the past 24 hours, rain chances reach 46-60% across much of Delmarva, and no drought is reported.
For Gardeners: Protect tomatoes, peppers, squash, and flowers from afternoon heat stress. Delay transplanting and use shade where practical for cool-season vegetables vulnerable to bolting. Avoid mowing lawns or renovating landscape beds during the heat and possible storms.
For Farmers & Growers: Keep field access flexible; rainfall soil workability is poor, and storm timing can quickly close operations. Avoid spray applications with 10-15 mph winds and possible thunderstorms. Hold hay cutting and other weather-sensitive operations through the storm period.
Looking Ahead (6-10 day signal): The 6-10 day outlook favors above-normal temperatures and precipitation, while Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia remain free of drought.
Bottom Line: Prioritize heat safety and crop protection Friday, and delay planting and field operations.
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