Changing Times Ag WX; Mild & Dry January Continues; Pattern Shift in February; May Not Bring Moisture to the High Plains

<p>Today and tomorrow high-pressure and west to northwesterly flow warms temperatures into the upper 50’s and low 60’s, while the dryness and moderate to severe drought continues.  Friday an upper-level trough moves through the northern Plains flattens the ridge some and trails a cool front and gusty north-northwest winds through the area with temps dropping into the 40’s for highs and teens for lows for a few days.  Friday’s winds could gust over 50 mph, thus blowing dust and fire danger condition may become a concern.   Otherwise, the warmer than normal and the tranquil January weather will continue as well.</p>