– Rain: A significant change in our weather came about during week 42 at the source, with a total cumulative rainfall of 40.4 mm (1.6 inches) concentrated from the beginning to mid week. The weekend was relatively dry.
– Temperature: We experienced a slight decrease in air and soil temperatures this week. The minimum temperature reached 22.8°C (73°F), the average registered 27.2°C (81°F) and the soil temperature was 26.9°C (80.5°F). Relative humidity remained rather stable at 84.6%, while solar radiation was variable with some days of normal/high intensity. However, in general we can predict a low risk of sunburn and corky fruit.
– Observations: Based on historical data, the precipitation after week 42 should increase and the soil and night air-temperatures start to decrease as we approach the period of natural flowering with stressful occurrences.