National Climatic Data Center, 11 October 2002

As noted by the State Climate Office (Dr. Gregory Zielinski), drought conditions in Maine lessened during September. Most sites around the state received above average precipitation with northern parts receiving almost an inch above the norm (without the contribution from Isidore's remnants) and some central parts receiving about 0.8 inch above average (with a contribution from Isidore). Southern most parts of the state were only slightly above average, but this was quite a contrast from the unofficial record dryness of August for the state as a whole. Only the northernmost part of the state remained under severe drought conditions as of the October 1 Drought Monitor. The remaining parts were under moderate drought conditions with the easternmost coast under abnormally dry conditions. Overall, September was an improving month!