For the week ending 5/31/2026, conditions were MILDLY DRY. The 7-day cumulative precipitation total of 0.21 inches was 73% below the 13-year (2009-2022) average of 0.78 inches and in the “mildly dry” range; the 30-day total of 1.81 inches was 47% below the expected 13-year average of 3.42 inches and in the “severely dry” range; and the 90-day total of 14.46 inches was 43% above the expected 13-year average of 10.25 inches and in the “moderately wet” range. There was 1 day of measurable precipitation, with 0.21 inches on the 25th. Temps ranged from 83 F (on the 27th) to 50 F (on the 25th & 31st), with average Hi/Lo temps of 70/53 F (-5/-3 relative to last week). Precipitation Trends—May to End: 1.81 inches (down 2.24 inches, 45% of PRISM Normal); Year to Date (2026): 19.44 inches (up 4.01 inches, 126% of PRISM Normal). A pleasant week from the standpoint of moderate temperatures and low humidity. Flowers are blooming on the Tulip Tree in the front yard and the European Tri-color Beech is leafed out in full glory. The yard is becoming alarmingly dry for so early in the year, especially in areas exposed directly to the sun. A Great Horned Owl was heard hooting this week, unusual for the season. American Robins have had a successful early breeding season, as evidenced by the large number of fledged young being attended by adults.