🌱 US Weather Warriors GrowCast — Friday, August 21, 2026
Rain, wet soils, and elevated thunderstorm potential keep outdoor work limited across Delmarva today.
Today's Weather Snapshot: Delmarva temperatures range from 66°F to 82°F. Rain and thunderstorms are possible, with 70–83% rain chances. Winds run near 7–15 mph, strongest near the coast. Overnight humidity at reporting stations was high, near 86–97%.
Soil & Recent Rainfall: Two-inch soil temperatures range from 72.4°F to 77.0°F. DEOS stations received 0.77–1.94 inches of rain in 24 hours. Topsoil is wet at all six reporting stations.
Best Outdoor Work Window: Skip today — poor soil workability and elevated thunderstorm risk limit field access.
Planting & Transplanting: Delay planting and tender transplants until the weather trend improves. Soils are warm enough for warm-season crops, but wet conditions are unsuitable.
Watering & Irrigation: Hold off on watering until the rain trend passes; soils may already be wet.
For Gardeners: Delay direct seeding and tender transplants today. Keep tomato, pepper, and squash beds out of foot traffic, and avoid mowing lawns or working ornamental beds while soils are wet.
For Farmers & Growers: Keep equipment off wet fields and postpone planting or transplanting work. Use caution with wind and thunderstorms; unsettled rain timing limits dependable spray and harvest windows.
Looking Ahead (6-10 day signal): The 6–10 day outlook favors above-normal temperatures and precipitation, with no drought indicated in Delaware, Maryland, or Virginia.
Bottom Line: Friday is a stand-down day for planting, irrigation, and heavy field traffic due to wet soils and storms.
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