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National Overview

National Climatic Data Center, 13 August 2002

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National Highlights:

  • Summer
  • Record driest Jun-Aug for Nevada
  • Third warmest summer nationwide.
    August
  • 24th warmest August on record, nationally
  • Much above average warmth in 9 states
  • Near average precipitation, nationally
  • Driest August on record for Maine
  • Much wetter than average in northern Plains

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