The Forecast For The Rest Of Summer In The Quad Cities Is A Hot One

June did not feel like summer in the Quad Cities.  It felt like spring.  One day it was 90.  Then it was 60 with days of rain.  So has the weather pattern shifted, and will we get a longer summer that makes our September feel like August?

Maybe, but August might not feel like August.  Huh?  OK, I'll explain what things are shaping up to be, but either way, just always remember, it's the Quad Cities.  It can change in an hour.

Summer Will Be Wetter Than Normal

Before getting into the temps, let's take a look at the rain.  We need it.  The farmers need it.  But it's always best on a Monday, not on the weekend.  Obviously, they can't predict the day, but they are saying get ready for more rain.

According to weather.com, we can expect an above-average summer for precipitation.

Summer Temps Will Yo-Yo In The Quad Cities

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July will be slightly above average.  August will be slightly below average.  Then in September, we'll be back to above average.

If you are wondering what the average is:  July is 84 for the high, August is 83, and September is 77.  I wouldn't mind if the heat got a bit extended in September.  That seems chilly.

What is the main factor behind these above-normal temperatures?  El Niño.  The forecast released by the Atmospheric G2 says the El Niño is intensifying.

This potential historic El Niño could be similar to those in 1997 and 2015, if not stronger, according to Todd Crawford, Vice President of Meteorology at Atmospheric G2 and chief author of the outlook.

Will it all come true?  We'll find out together.  Cause it's the Quad Cities, and this could change tomorrow.