July Weather Report

Nun Orchid

Rainfall increased significantly, from 10.9 inches in June, to 15.5 inches in July. Despite the increase, we received more sun, and no fog. There were two dry spells: six-days early in the month, and 10-days toward the end. The first dry spell was accompanied by moderate northeast trade winds. The rest of the month was calm.

The increased sun was beneficial for the tomato plants growing in the greenhouse. We now have a fairly extensive system of drainage ditches around shrubs and trees. As a result, they seem to be handling the rainy conditions much better this year.

Temperatures stayed the same as June, with the average high of 78 degrees and the low of 63. The high for the month was 82 (on July 5); the low, 60 (on July 14).

Happy gardening!