My station had 0.85 inches of rain this month compared to NOAA 30-yr norm of 4.41 inches, a deficit of 3.56 inches. YTD is 1.93 inches above the norm and WYTD is 1.11 inches above norm. US Drought Monitor shows northern quarter of Illinois as Abnormally Dry. Soil is dry and powdery, grass is browned out in sunny areas, and new plantings in ground and planters need water daily, and many hours spent moving hose from plant to plant. No bonfires due to dry conditions. City of Woodstock about 3 miles to west has imposed Mandatory Water Restrictions.