As a “bumper” season, fall weather can be pretty difficult to predict. Hot summer weather can sometimes linger well into the season, even as the leaves begin to change. But while everyone is hoping for plenty of sunshine to make the most of those crisp autumn days, going too long without rain can lead to its own set of problems. Now, scientists are warning that some areas could get pretty dry in the run-up to winter. Read on to see which regions are most at risk for droughts this fall.

1. The Southwest & Central Texas

La Niña and El Niño cycles can be significant predictors of what’s to come for the weather. As summer winds down, scientists warn that another shift could be on the horizon, potentially drying out a significant part of the U.S.

Last month, the Climate Prediction Center iss

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