Precipitation in the gauge for the past week is 1.85", since September 1st it is 2.38", since January 1st it is 17.92"; average precipitation for the Twin Cities area January 1st through September 20 is approximately 25.25"; the St Croix River level at Stillwater is 76', which is up slightly from last week; recent rain has helped foliage but there are still signs of stress.