Warm, Dry Summer Expected; NWS Releases 2020 Fire Season Outlook
SEATTLE, WA — The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's long-term outlook shows a higher likelihood for above-normal temperatures and below-normal precipitation in Washington through the summer months ahead.
According to the Climate Prediction Center, May, June and July have good odds for warmer temperatures throughout the Pacific Northwest, and much of the United States. Longer-term projections indicate that pattern could continue through September.
Washington, Oregon and most of Idaho also have favorable odds for a drier-than-usual summer.
Early look at the 2020 fire season in Washington
The National Weather Service released its first look at the 2020 fire season this week and said a warmer, drier spring could potentially lead to an earlier start to fire season. However, lower precipitation expected through the summer months will also limit the potential for lightning strikes.
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