January and February rainfall was less than the long term average and water resources remain at below average levels
The first two months of the new year have been drier than average in our central region. January and February rainfall was 41% and 70% of the long term average respectively.
Groundwater levels declined through January and unseasonably warm temperatures and dry weather in the second half of February led to drier than average soil. Despite this, groundwater levels did increase through the month.
Groundwater levels are now lower than compared to this time in 2018. The drier than average soil is also likely to impact how much water reaches the aquifers for the rest or the recharge period, as more water is absorbed by the soil.
We are dependent on winter rainfall to ensure that our water resources are in a good position for the spring and summer, and we are continuing to plan to ensure we are prepared for a range of different rainfall scenarios over the next year.
To keep up to date with our latest water resource position, please visit www.affinitywater.co.uk/resources
courtesy of affinitywater.
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