What a difference a week of good precipitation can make.  This station went from Moderately Dry conditions last week to Near Normal this week, helped by 4.1" of rain over the course of seven days.  The week started with a big deficit of MTD precipitation only to turn around with a large surplus this week.  MTD is +2.19" (199%) of NOAA Norm, with YTD at +1.61" (110%) and WYTD +0.48" (102%).  A lot of the rain came in heavy downpours during severe weather, but the ground has softened and absorbed most of the liquid.  Brown grass has greened up and quickly grew, garden looks great and area crops have shot up.  Area rivers have risen, with the Rock River experiencing minor flooding.  Hot and humid conditions from last week will turn to more comfortable conditions this week with highs in the 70's with chances of rain on Tuesday and Wednesday.  It will be nice to turn the AC off and let fresh air blow through the house.