GREENVILLE, Miss. — Greenville residents have experienced a notably drier start to summer, with the city’s average temperature in the last 30 days running just under historical norms, even as rainfall totals have fallen well below what’s typical for midsummer.
Temperature Trends
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Average temperature (last 30 days): 81.5°F
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Historical July average: 82.0°F
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Temperature difference: -0.5°F
Meteorologists say the average temperature tracked during the past month landed about half a degree cooler than Greenville’s long-term July mean, according to data from the National Weather Service and regional climate trackers. This modest dip, while not record-setting, reflects slightly milder conditions compared to past warm southern summers.
Rainfall Drought
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Precipitation (July to date): 2.25 inches
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Historical July average: 4.0 inches (estimated)
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Rainfall difference: -1.75 inches
Rainfall deficits have been more pronounced, with Greenville tallying only 2.25 inches of precipitation so far this July, significantly under the historical July average. This shortfall of nearly two inches has prompted concerns among local farmers and city officials about water supplies and crop health.
Records and Context
Weather records show that while temperatures have hovered near the seasonal norms, rainfall for this period is more than 40 percent below typical levels for Greenville at this time of year.Annual precipitation for Greenville usually totals around 54 inches, with July often being a key contributor to that sum through heavy afternoon storms. This year, however, such downpours have been sparse.
Local Impact
The National Weather Service continues to track heat and precipitation data as the city moves farther into the summer season, with meteorologists watching closely for shifts that could either worsen or ease the current dry spell.
Experts note that while the recent cooler temperatures have provided some relief from the summer heat, the ongoing rainfall deficit could have significant repercussions if it persists through August.
This report will be updated as more climate data becomes available and as local officials respond to developing weather patterns.
This report compiled using Perplexity AI.
