How Nichols Farm had a head start
June 17, 2025
Last fall, long before the first pump kicked on, Jimmy Nichols at Nichols Farms had already made some of the season’s biggest decisions. A new surface water infrastructure upgrade. An early irrigation budget. A refined fungicide strategy.
The forecast that changed the game for Tulare ID
June 3, 2025
At Fall ACWA 2023, Tulare Irrigation District General Manager Aaron Fukuda expected more of the same forecast information. He didn’t expect a game-changer. But that’s what he got.
We’re excited to announce that the new Weather Tools website is officially live!
May 20, 2025
This isn’t just a visual update, it’s a rebuild that better conveys what we do, who we serve, and how our tools are helping people across California make better decisions about our most valuable resource: water.
California Annual Precipitation (CAP) Forecast Verifies in 2022/23 Water Year
April 21, 2025
Weather Tools' CAP forecast is the cornerstone in our suite of products, providing subscribers with unparalleled insight into water year precipitation. Released during the first week of November, CAP delivers a ...
CRAFT is now available!
December 4, 2024
What if you knew precise water year inflows—months before they happen? Now you can. Weather Tools’ California Reservoir Annual Forecast Tool (CRAFT) is officially available, equipping you with the insights needed to optimize water storage, allocation, and usage.
Inflow forecasting just got more accurate and actionable!
October 24, 2024
Imagine having access to an accurate water year inflow forecast —delivered months in advance. Weather Tools’ California Reservoir Annual Forecast Tool (CRAFT) is exactly that, empowering you to make informed decisions to optimize water storage, allocation, and usage.
Accuracy isn’t all that matters in forecasting…
September 17, 2024
Lead time matters too. Forecast lead time refers to the period between when a forecast is issued and the event it predicts. A forecast's level of detail and accuracy often depends heavily on this lead time.
Are you prepared for La Niña?
September 3, 2024
We are under a La Niña watch, with NOAA projecting a 66% chance of development between September-November and 74% between November-January. Historically, La Niña events are associated with drier conditions in California
Is your operation prepared for sudden weather changes?
August 20, 2024
While weather can be unpredictable, your response doesn’t have to be. Imagine receiving a notification the moment specific weather conditions are met…
How Weather Tools Can Innovate to Improve Your Operations
August 6, 2024
Our California Annual Precipitation (CAP) forecast is set to verify for the eighth consecutive year. However, an accurate forecast is only valuable if it addresses the real problems you face.
Can CAP tell me when it will rain?
July 23, 2024
When it comes to precipitation forecasting, understanding both the amount and timing is crucial. The California Annual Precipitation (CAP) forecast by Weather Tools was developed to answer the question so many Californians are asking – “Will it be a wet or dry year?”
Is CAP the new Farmer’s Almanac?
July 9, 2024
At the Spring ACWA conference, some attendees compared our CAP forecast to the Farmer’s Almanac.This prompted me to dig into the Almanac’s history and methodology. I discovered some interesting facts about the Almanac and key differences from our CAP forecast.
Weather perceptions are not reality!
June 25, 2024
Watch any crime drama, and you’ll see that witness accounts don’t give the complete picture—the same is true of the weather in our vast and varied state.