EWEB's Weather Station provides Weekly Watering Recommendations based on rainfall and other data, usally from May or June through September. Rainbow reposts this information on our Facebook page and website.

October 9, 2026 was our final weekly watering recommendation of 2026. Fall is upon us, and freezing weather will be on its way before we know it. After this week of watering, turn off the main valve for the yard sprinkler system, usually located somewhere near the water meter. Then drain water from sprinkler system piping to prevent expensive winter freeze damage. See our Winter Tips page for more ways to winterize your yard sprinkler system and home piping.

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Check back next spring!

Leave your DIY Green Grass Gauge out in the rain to see how much free rainwater was applied to your yard and garden. Depending on how much rain has fallen, you may still need to apply additional water with your sprinklers as summer transitions to fall.

Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Watering Gauge

We are no longer providing "Green Grass" watering gauges, but you can always make one yourself. Watch a short video about making a DIY Green Grass Gauge here, then grab a tuna can and print out some test strips to get started!

Testing Strips