We are currently in a stretch of chilly and wet conditions. Given the current forecast, the low temperature for Ames may be below 40 degrees for each day since this past Wednesday through this coming Tuesday. For this seven day period, the featured chart displays the number of days each year with the low temperature below 40 for Ames. The chart indicates that 2005 was the most recent year with this exact stretch of days below 40. Of course, cool temperatures and rainy conditions are not conducive for spring planting progress. Near surface soil temperatures will struggle to reach or exceed the 50 degree level.

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