After two years of below-average rainfall in Louisiana, the rain seems to be returning this year.
The Advocate reports that the state's average rainfall mark stands at 31.6 inches, which is above the normal level of 21.9 inches. During the past two years, less-than-normal rainfall resulted in a deficit of 25 to 30 inches in the state.
The relief from drought started earlier this year when the entire state officially was classified as being out of drought, starting in April.
"For the first time in two years, no place anywhere in Louisiana was in drought," said Barry Keim, state climatologist.