You may find the precipitation in your yard to be more or less than the radar and observation based estimates. About an inch per week is required in summer on average to support vegetation. In extremely hot weather, over 2 inches in a week may be required. You may need to supplement natural rain when the rainfall is less than these values. WINDcast shows the forecast wind direction and speed at the surface for the indicated time-period.
Strong winds can increase moisture loss from the soil and vegetation.
Very strong winds can damage some plants through tearing or whipping or if sand or dust is carried by the wind through abrasion. Strong winds can also make outside work on ladders or rooftops more dangerous. Use also to plan outside work. TEMPcast displays the forecast temperature at specific times through the forecast period. The product displays area where the heat indices reach levels requiring caution or where temperatures are forecast to be below freezing with low wind chills.