Sudden Oak Life by Lee Klinger

Sunset in Big Sur. Photo by Lee Klinger

January 2011 in Big Sur was relatively dry and mild. There were only three precipitation events totaling 1.83”. Readings were taken for two events and the results are reported below.

Rainfall amounts and pH readings for January 2011 in Big Sur

The readings of 4.62 and 4.70 are somewhat acidic and fall in the mid-range of values typically observed in Big Sur. See my previous summaries of acid rain in Big Sur here and here.