So far in August 2018, just under 3/4 inches of rain (.69") has fallen and most of that occurred on the 7th (.39"). Most of the grass is dormant, trees are showing signs of stress with leaves changing color usually near the tops. Along with being dry, it has also been warm and the intense August sun has exacerbated the conditions. Light rain on the 15th has not penetrated very deep into the dry soil, less than 1/2 inch, and even areas with large shade trees have dry ground under them. Noticed that moles/ voles are only tunneling in areas where ground is not completely dry suggesting the roots they feed on are drying out. Also have more spiders than usual on walls inside the house where it is cooler. Unfortunately, the weeds still seem to be doing fine.