Table 5 Multi-model inferred averaged model of WNV, modeled without offsets term for population. There is general agreement between averaged models with and without offset terms. Wet conditions in the spring combined with dry and cool conditions are the predominating pattern in both approaches
Month | Variable | Coefficient estimate | 95% CI | Relative importance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercept | 0.00 | 0.00–0.00 | – | |
March | Soil moisture | 0.45 | 0.33–0.58 | 1.00 |
May | Specific humidity | -0.57 | -0.71– -0.43 | 0.38 |
June | Soil moisture | 0.53 | 0.39–0.68 | 1.00 |
August | Soil moisture | -0.74 | -0.96– -0.52 | 1.00 |
August | Temperature | -0.58 | -0.72– -0.44 | 0.62 |