Since last reported on 05/24/2026, recorded a total of 0.14" of precipitation across four days of measurable gauge catch. Moist soil below 2.0" depth continues to dry out and does not pack in my hands. If we don't receive a decent amount of precipitation in the coming week, I will need to restart supplemental watering on recently planted trees. Grass remains mostly green but is showing signs of drying out. Mowed the yard for the first time this season. Wildflowers did not bloom as good as last year. Observed a few Pronghorns in the field north of us earlier in the week. While mowing, saw a baby Cottontail trying to stay away from the mower maintaining a low profile while scurrying through the grass. Turned on the irrigation system for the perennials. Found some leaks that need attention. Waiting patiently for a really good thunderstorm to provide us a good soaking rain. Thunderstorms have mostly remained north of our area lately. There's been just enough moisture to mitigate wildfire risk. Pikes Peak has lost most of its snowpack that accumulated earlier in the month. With continued light precipitation events and topsoil having slightly less moisture than the previous report, I will maintain a Condition Scale of Mildly Dry.
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