– Rain: Some very low intensity showers were recorded towards the end of Week #19 at the source. Total precipitation totaled 15.2 mm (0.60 inches) while dry and hot conditions prevailed.
– Temperature: Both the minimum and the average air temperatures dropped slightly during the week but the soil temperature remained stable. The average minimum air temperature reached 21.5°C (70.7°F) – 0.9°C lower than last week. The average temperature decreased to 26.9°C (80.4°F) but the average soil temperature continued stable at 27.4°C (81.4°F). Relative humidity continued low.
– Observations: The onset of a rainy period usually occurs by mid-May but seems to be delayed this year; a very positive turn of events because it will allow us to advance the many agricultural practices important to our crop and most importantly will allow us to continue to harvest the natural fruit with minimal quality concerns that are usually brought about by high precipitation.