Flagler County Rainfall and Climate Report
September 2022 rainfall figures were well above normal in September. Normal rainfall for September is 6.96” and normal year to date (YTD) rainfall is 40.09” The 25 year average for the EOC is 7.48” of rain.
Rainfall reports for September 2022:
Bunnell, Flagler EOC: 13.94” YTD: 49.52”
Palm Coast: 13.95” YTD: 57.81”
NE Palm Coast: 14.46” YTD: 52.95”
West Palm Coast: 16.90” YTD: 61.93”
NW Palm Coast: 18.00” YTD: 53.50”
SW Palm Coast: 18.63” YTD: 59.16”
Bulow: 19.27” YTD: 49.13”
Flagler Beach: 18.16” YTD: 44.28”
SE Flagler Beach: 14.95” YTD: 45.39”
The Climate Prediction Center (CPC) now maintains that Flagler County remains drought free. The CPC is predicting, Flagler County will maintain drought free conditions through December. The CPC is also forecasting normal precipitation and above normal temperatures for October.
La Niña Advisory is in place and there is a high chance (95%) chance of a La Niña event rest of the year then a 54% chance during the 2023 winter season. This typically brings drier and warmer conditions to the local area.
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.
Flagler County recognizes the reporting efforts of the community volunteer storm spotters whose contributions assist in the collection of area rainfall data.
Other notable weather:
September was marked with Tropical Cyclone Ian which drove a particularly intense nor’easter over the county. This produced significant rainfall amounts and gales across the county with gusts up to storm force.
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.
Information Provide by Bob Pickering
Emergency Management Specialist
*Hurricane Ian Storm Report to Follow
