above normal rainfall is anticipated countrywide.  
Temperatures are expected to be above normal for 
the period.  

At this time of the year, severe weather events 
such as strong winds, thunderstorms, tornadoes 
and hailstorms will frequently be experienced. 
These higher temperatures are likely to bring 
negative impacts to agriculture and water 
resources, health and other socio economic 
sectors. 
 For the period January to March 2012 there is a 
high likelihood of thunderstorms, flash floods, 
strong winds, tornadoes and hailstorm occurrence.