North Carolina State University
Cucurbit Downy Mildew Forecast
*** Epidemic Update - 19 November: New counties in FL. Downy mildew is active on watermelon and cucumber in Manatee and Hillsborough Counties, and on squash and cucumber in Palm Beach and Martin Counties. Please see the Epidemic History page for more details.
Forecast Summary: Friday, November 21, 2008
Weather - Far southern U.S.: Cold and dry most areas; a chance of showers TX / LA by Sunday. High pressure over the eastern U.S. will govern the weather. Little to no precipitation is expected, though by Sunday there will be a chance of rain in the TX / LA region due to a developing system coming out of the Rockies. Highs 50's to 70's, lows mostly 40's and 50's with some colder overnight temperatures early in the period.
OUTLOOK
Friday through Sunday - Low Risks nearly all areas.
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Friday through Sunday: Weakly Moderate Risk for cucurbits in southeast TX and southern LA on Sunday. Low Risk otherwise through the forecast period.
Forecast details for the known sources are provided below.
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