City of Stockton Watering Information
What Time of Day Should I Water?
In Stockton, we recommend watering between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. Watering within this window of time takes advantage of relatively low winds and less loss of water to evaporation.
How Long Should I Water?
Generally, running an irrigation system on a lawn for more than five minutes will result in runoff. Precise watering times vary depending on the type of watering device, soil, slope and plants.
How Often Should I Water?
Water in the early morning hours between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. as follows:
SUMMER NO MORE THAN EVERY OTHER DAY |
FALL NO MORE THAN 3 TIMES PER WEEK |
SPRING NO MORE THAN 3 TIMES PER WEEK |
WINTER NO MORE THAN 1 TIME PER WEEK |
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