December’s weather defied the usual dry trend of this time of year with the districtwide average rainfall more than doubling the typical total. Ten of the 18 counties within the St. Johns River Water Management District region received twice their average, while Duval, Nassau and Baker counties experienced rainfall levels nearing or even tripling their usual December amounts.
With all the recent rain, it's worth noting that during the cooler months, grass doesn't require frequent watering. Providing one-half to three-quarters of an inch of water every 10–14 days suffices. If your lawn has received substantial rainfall, consider turning off your irrigation system and managing it manually when necessary.
You can evaluate when your grass needs watering by observing specific signs such as folded grass blades, a blue-gray appearance, or slow recovery from footprints.
A full report outlining December’s hydrologic conditions was presented at the District’s Governing Board meeting Jan. 8. Highlights include:
Rainfall
Groundwater
Spring flows
For further insights into rainfall totals and other hydrologic data, visit www.sjrwmd.com.
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About the St. Johns River Water Management District
St. Johns River Water Management District staff are committed to ensuring the sustainable use and protection of water resources for the benefit of the people of the District and the state of Florida. The St. Johns River Water Management District is one of five districts in Florida managing groundwater and surface water supplies in the state. The District encompasses all or part of 18 northeast and east-central Florida counties. District headquarters are in Palatka, and staff are also available to serve the public at Apopka, Jacksonville, and Palm Bay service centers.
For more information about the District, please visit www.sjrwmd.com.
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