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Keeping your lawn looking its best can be tricky. Paying attention to seasonal weather patterns and current conditions can help you make the wisest choices when looking for the best time to cut and maintain your lawn.

Home & Garden Scale
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Conditions for lawn mowing are poor. Avoid mowing your lawn when it is wet, or temperatures are too cold.
Fair
Conditions for lawn mowing are fair. Be sure only to cut off 1/3 of the total height of your grass when mowing.
Good
Conditions for lawn mowing are good. Alternating mowing patterns can help all areas of your lawn grow.
Great
Conditions for lawn mowing are great. Ensure you are servicing your mower frequently to keep the blades sharp.
Ideal
Conditions for lawn mowing are ideal. Try to water your grass at least one inch every week to keep it strong in case of a drought.
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Today’s Weather Factors
Max UV Index 1 Low
RealFeel High 48°
Probability of Precipitation 84%
Average Wind SSW 9 mph
Max Wind Gusts 17 mph
Safety Tips
The best rule of thumb is never to cut your lawn when it is wet. You may get an uneven cut and leave clumps of cut wet grass on your lawn. Mow your grass when it is about two inches high. Never cut more than a third of its total height. Also, ensure your lawn is getting a least one inch of water a week to keep it healthy.
  • Mow grass when it is about two inches tall.
  • Never cut more than a third of the total grass height at a time.
  • Alternate mowing patterns each time you cut to optimize growth.
  • Stop mowing for the season when you first notice frost on the ground.
  • Never mow your grass when it is wet. It can lead to an uneven cut, and clumps of wet grass can stick together and block sunlight.
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