Checking Rainfall Amount to Decide Irrigation Delay

Forecast shows 8 hours of rain (70% to 40%). Owner wants to know if that equals 1 inch to delay irrigation 7‑10 days for warm‑season fescue and micro‑clover.

Answer

Rainfall intensity varies; 8 hours of light rain may yield only ½ inch, while a 15‑minute downpour could drop 1 inch. Check the National Weather Service or local news for actual precipitation totals after the event. If ≥½‑1 inch falls, delaying 7‑10 days is appropriate for this time of year.