Flagler County Rainfall and Climate Report: Provided by Bob Pickering
February 2017 precipitation figures in some areas were below normal other areas above, demonstrating the localized nature of our rainfall.
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Normal Precipitation for our region in February is 2.67” and normal year to date (YTD) rainfall is 5.41” However looking at unofficial records at the EOC, the average February rain for Bunnell since the year 1995 has been 2.63”.
Rainfall reports for February 2017:
Bunnell, Flagler EOC: 3.35” YTD: 6.44”
Palm Coast: 1.90” YTD: 3.97”
East Palm Coast: 1.70” YTD: 4.30”
SW Palm Coast: 3.30” YTD: 5.28”
South Flagler County 2.88” YTD: 4.75”
Marineland: 1.76” YTD: 1.54”
Flagler Beach: 2.84” YTD: 4.25”
Other reports from spotters:
West Palm Coast 3.00”
South Palm Coast 1.78”
The Climate Prediction Center (CPC) is indicating that conditions remain “Abnormally dry” across the area. The CPC is forecasting drought development in Flagler County. This is chiefly due to the below normal rainfall recorded the past few months due to La Niña well as a forecast of equal chances of above or below normal precipitation amounts. It should also be noted that March 1st is the start of Meteorological Spring.
The La Niña condition this year has ended with neutral conditions now noted in the Pacific Ocean. This usually means “average” conditions locally however the knock on effect of the previous La Niña event will continue in the atmosphere for a few more months.
The National Weather Service (NWS) reporting station in Daytona Beach maintains the official records for the region and is utilized in reference and reporting for the Flagler County area.
Temperatures:
The lowest temperature recorded at the EOC in Bunnell: 35 degrees - 2/17/2017
The highest temperature recorded at the EOC in Bunnell: 82 degrees - 2/28/2017
Other Notable Weather:
On 2/22-23/2017 – A period of unsettled weather occurred due to a low pressure system moving across the region. Squally rain and gusty winds affected the county during this time.
Flagler County recognizes the reporting efforts of the community volunteer storm spotters and whose contributions assist in the collection of area rainfall data.
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Disclaimer: Weather data in this report is not collected with certified or official equipment nor does it represent official National Weather Service figures. Data is released for informational purposes only and with the understanding that Flagler County is not liable for any damages resulting from the use of this information. Official records may be obtained from the National Weather Service by contacting (800) 499-1594.