Over half of Iowa’s 99 counties are experiencing some drought-like conditions, with the southwest portion of Washington County listed as experiencing a moderate drought. Washington, Keokuk, Wapello, Jefferson, and Henry Counties are listed as abnormally dry, according to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor.

According to the National Integrated Drought Information System, the soil is abnormally dry due to moderate drought conditions, with soybean abort pods and corn test weights performing below average.

Looking at the National Weather Service’s Monthly Almanac, Washington’s total precipitation received this July is 4.18 inches, over one inch less than the usual July average of 5.29. According to the Evaporative Demand Drought Index (EDDI), the majority of Washington County is projected to return to average moisture levels by the end of August.