🌱 US Weather Warriors GrowCast — Friday, September 25, 2026
Frost risk, strong winds, and unsettled weather shut down most Delmarva outdoor work today.
Today's Weather Snapshot: Delmarva temperatures range from 54°F to 72°F. Rain chances range from 31% to 83% across the region. Winds run near 20 to 32 mph, strongest along the coast. Thunderstorms are possible, with coastal flooding and wind headlines active.
Soil & Recent Rainfall: Two-inch soil temperatures range from 58.5°F to 66.2°F. DEOS stations recorded 0.0 inches of rain in the past 24 hours. Topsoil is dry at DTBR, DDFS, and DLAU.
Best Outdoor Work Window: Skip today — frost risk, wind, thunderstorms, and poor workability limit safe field time.
Planting & Transplanting: Delay planting and tender transplants until the weather trend improves. Soils at 58.5°F to 66.2°F meet warm-season temperature thresholds in some locations, but frost risk rules out tomato, pepper, and squash planting. Cool-season direct-seeding can wait until wind and rain concerns ease.
Watering & Irrigation: Hold off on watering today until the rain trend passes; soils may already turn wet.
For Gardeners: Protect tender crops and young ornamentals from the high frost risk. Secure row covers, stakes, and lightweight containers before winds increase. Avoid lawn renovation or mowing where ground conditions become wet.
For Farmers & Growers: Keep equipment off fields where rainfall and poor workability can cause compaction. Avoid spray applications in 20 to 32 mph winds. Secure high tunnels, row covers, and loose irrigation materials ahead of stronger gusts.
Looking Ahead (6-10 day signal): The CPC 6-10 day outlook favors above-normal temperatures across Delmarva.
Bottom Line: Protect tender crops and postpone planting, spraying, and fieldwork today.
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