{"id":22206,"date":"2024-05-20T02:51:25","date_gmt":"2024-05-20T02:51:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/?p=22206"},"modified":"2026-08-07T23:48:27","modified_gmt":"2026-08-07T23:48:27","slug":"when-best-time-to-water-your-lawn-in-hot-weather","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-best-time-to-water-your-lawn-in-hot-weather\/","title":{"rendered":"When Is the Best Time to Water Your Lawn in Hot Weather?"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes has-medium-font-size\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Key takeaways:<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\u2022 <strong>Water early<\/strong> between 5 a.m. and 9 a.m. to beat evaporation and disease.<br>\u2022 <strong>Give your lawn<\/strong> 1 to 1.5 inches a week, deep and infrequent.<br>\u2022 <strong>Adjust <\/strong>for your soil type, grass type, and local watering rules.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to water your lawn in hot weather is early morning, between 5 a.m. and 9 a.m. At that hour, wind and evaporation are low and the sun is weak, so water reaches the roots instead of vanishing into the air.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Early-morning watering also lets the blades dry by midday, which lowers the risk of fungal disease. Skip midday and evening watering.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want it off your plate entirely? Lawn Love&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/near-me\">local lawn care pros<\/a> can dial in a summer watering and care plan for you.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-eb1be780-3b3c-470e-a6d8-6646e71984fb\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\" style=\"\">In this article:<\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-best-time-to-water-your-lawn-in-hot-weather\/#0-the-best-time-to-water-your-lawn-in-hot-weather\" style=\"\">The best time to water your lawn in hot weather<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-best-time-to-water-your-lawn-in-hot-weather\/#1-how-often-to-water-in-hot-weather\" style=\"\">How often to water in hot weather<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-best-time-to-water-your-lawn-in-hot-weather\/#2-what-changes-your-watering-plan\" style=\"\">What changes your watering plan<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-best-time-to-water-your-lawn-in-hot-weather\/#7-common-watering-mistakes\" style=\"\">Common watering mistakes<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-best-time-to-water-your-lawn-in-hot-weather\/#8-faqs\" style=\"\">FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 id=\"0-the-best-time-to-water-your-lawn-in-hot-weather\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"the-best-time-to-water-your-lawn-in-hot-weather\">The best time to water your lawn in hot weather<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to water your lawn in hot weather is between 5 a.m. and 9 a.m. when wind and evaporation are less likely, and the sun is at its weakest.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Time of day<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Evaporation risk<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Disease risk<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Our recommendation<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Early morning (5\u20139 a.m.)<\/td><td>Lowest<\/td><td>Low<\/td><td>Finish watering by about 9\u201310 a.m. whenever possible.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Midday (10 a.m.\u20134 p.m.)<\/td><td>Highest<\/td><td>Low<\/td><td>Avoid. Only water at midday in emergencies.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Late afternoon\/early evening (4\u20137 p.m.)<\/td><td>Moderate<\/td><td>Moderate<\/td><td>Use sparingly.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Night (after 8 p.m.)<\/td><td>Low<\/td><td>High<\/td><td>Drip irrigation is safer if you must water at night.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Early morning irrigation allows the water to penetrate the soil and reach the roots. It also gives the water left on the foliage time to dry, which reduces the risk of <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-treat-lawn-fungus\/\">fungal lawn diseases<\/a>.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But life happens. So what should you do if you sleep through your alarm and completely miss that window?<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Taylor Olberding, franchise owner at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.heroeslawncare.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Heroes Lawn Care<\/a> in Omaha, Nebraska, has strict advice.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cIf you miss that early morning sun because life sometimes goes unplanned, don\u2019t start watering your lawn during midday,\u201d Olberding says. \u201cWatering at noon is a waste of money since the heat just evaporates most of the water before it even reaches the roots. But don\u2019t skip a day either; your plants will hate you for it. Instead, wait until the sun dips down to water your yard.\u201d<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While an occasional evening watering is okay, you cannot make it your regular routine. Without the sun to dry the water on your grass blades, your lawn becomes an easy target for disease.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cJust make sure not to turn it into a habit, as soaking your yard every evening allows for nasty fungi like <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-get-rid-of-brown-patch\/\">brown patch<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/pythium-blight\/\">pythium blight<\/a> to grow, which then leaves you with greasy dead spots,\u201d Olberding says.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To mitigate the risks, use a <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/what-is-drip-irrigation\/\">drip irrigation system<\/a>. It targets the grass roots directly without touching the foliage. Still, it\u2019s best to water your lawn in the morning to give your grass the best chance at growing and staying healthy.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"1-how-often-to-water-in-hot-weather\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"how-often-to-water-in-hot-weather\">How often to water in hot weather<\/span><\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/AdobeStock_118618476-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"An oscillating lawn sprinkler spraying arching streams of water over a lush green lawn with colorful garden plants in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-47082\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/AdobeStock_118618476-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/AdobeStock_118618476-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/AdobeStock_118618476-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/AdobeStock_118618476-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/AdobeStock_118618476-2048x1366.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/AdobeStock_118618476-1080x720.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/AdobeStock_118618476-610x407.jpeg 610w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/AdobeStock_118618476-928x619.jpeg 928w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">An oscillating sprinkler waters a lush backyard lawn. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/lawn-sprinkler\/118618476\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">VanderWolf Images<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most lawns need 1 to 1.5 inches of <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-often-water-grass-summer\/\">water per week<\/a> (either from irrigation or precipitation) according to the <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.missouri.edu\/publications\/g6720\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">University of Missouri Extension<\/a>.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If there is no rain in the forecast, <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-long-should-water-lawn\/\">deeply water your grass<\/a> 2 to 3 times a week, applying enough water each time to reach your weekly target of roughly 1 to 1.5 inches. In extremely hot weather, give your grass a solid 2 inches of water weekly, especially if you have sandy soil.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To know how much water your grass is getting, Olberding uses a very simple field test.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWhen you do get to soaking your yard, take a long flathead screwdriver and push it into the dirt,\u201d Olberding says. \u201cIt should slide through the soil like butter, but then it stops once it touches dry earth. Use this technique to tell how far down the moisture went, especially if you\u2019re dealing with <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-soil-type-changes-watering-lawn\/\">heavy clay soil<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A good session soaks the soil until it&#8217;s damp 4 to 6 inches down. Let the surface dry before the next watering.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"2-what-changes-your-watering-plan\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"what-changes-your-watering-plan\">What changes your watering plan<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re experiencing scorching temperatures in your area, you may have to alter your watering routine based on your soil, your grass, your sprinklers, and local regulations.<\/p>    <h3 id=\"3-soil-type\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"soil-type\">Soil type<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-identify-soil-type\/\">Soil type<\/a> decides how fast water soaks in and how long it stays. Each retains and drains water differently, which can affect the condition of your lawn in hot weather. If you&#8217;re unsure of yours, <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-soil-test-your-lawn\/\">test a soil sample<\/a> through your local Extension office.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Soil type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>How it behaves<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Watering approach<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Clay<\/td><td>Holds water, drains slowly<\/td><td>1\u20131.5 in per session; watch for runoff<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sand<\/td><td>Absorbs fast, drains fast<\/td><td>\u2153 in, 3\u00d7 per week; water deep<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Silt<\/td><td>Drains moderately; erodes easily<\/td><td>\u00bd in, 2\u00d7 per week; don&#8217;t overwater<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Loam<\/td><td>Balanced retention and drainage<\/td><td>\u00bd in, 2\u00d7 per week<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have heavy clay soil, Olberding says it\u2019s best to not let your sprinkler run continuously.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Instead of soaking the soil all at once, try watering in increments,&#8221; Olberding says. &#8220;Give it 5 minutes, then an hour to let it sink in, and repeat. It takes longer, but it keeps the water from running straight down the driveway and into the drains.&#8221;<\/p>    <h3 id=\"4-grass-type\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"grass-type\">Grass type<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"505\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/transition-zone-map.jpg\" alt=\"Map of the United States showing cool-season grass, warm-season grass, and transition zones.\" class=\"wp-image-20743\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/transition-zone-map.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/transition-zone-map-300x189.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/transition-zone-map-768x485.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/transition-zone-map-610x385.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Infographic by Juan Rodriguez<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to watering your lawn, the same amount of water doesn\u2019t apply to every grass type. <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/guide-to-warm-season-grasses\/\">Warm-season grasses<\/a> sip water and thrive in heat. <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/guide-to-cool-season-grasses\/\">Cool-season grasses<\/a> drink more and may go dormant when it&#8217;s hot.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your cool-season grass <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-tell-if-grass-dead-or-dormant\/\">goes dormant<\/a>, do not panic. Olberding says this is a natural survival mechanism, but it still requires some attention.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cIf your cool-season grass looks brown and dead, it\u2019s just sleeping to protect itself from the heat,\u201d Olberding says. \u201cEven so, it still needs a little love to survive the summer. Completely cutting off the water will actually kill the roots. You wouldn\u2019t wanna overdo it either. Give it a light soak every two or three weeks to keep the crown alive until cold weather arrives.\u201d<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Grass category<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Examples<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Water per week<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Warm-season<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bermudagrass-guide\/\">Bermuda<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/zoysiagrass-guide\/\">Zoysia<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/st-augustinegrass-guide\/\">St. Augustine<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/centipedegrass-guide\/\">centipede<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bahiagrass-guide\/\">bahia<\/a><\/td><td>\u00bd\u20131 in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cool-season<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/tall-fescue-guide\/\">Tall fescue<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/kentucky-bluegrass-guide\/\">Kentucky bluegrass<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/fine-fescue-guide\/\">fine fescue<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/perennial-ryegrass-guide\/\">perennial ryegrass<\/a><\/td><td>1\u20131.5 in<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Per <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.illinois.edu\/grasses\/warm-season-vs-cool-season-grasses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Illinois Extension<\/a>, warm-season grasses use noticeably less water than cool-season types. Match your schedule to your grass.<\/p>    <h3 id=\"5-sprinkler-system\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"sprinkler-system\">Sprinkler system<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A properly working <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/choosing-right-type-sprinkler-for-lawn\/\">sprinkler system<\/a> will deliver just the right amount of water to your lawn. Since grasses are more vulnerable during the hot summer months, it\u2019s especially important to check the condition of your sprinklers and make any necessary adjustments before the temperatures become unbearable.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check the following off your to-do list:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>The nozzles and heads are in excellent condition and distribute water evenly.<\/li>    <li>The water pressure is calibrated according to your lawn\u2019s needs and soil type.<\/li>    <li>Your sprinklers don\u2019t have any leaks contributing to water waste.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are thinking about upgrading your system, Olberding highly recommends <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/types-of-irrigation\/\">smart weather-based controllers<\/a> to spare yourself the extra brainwork.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;It uses real-time local weather data to automatically skip watering when it rains, or scale it up during heatwaves,&#8221; he says.<\/p>    <h3 id=\"6-local-watering-regulations\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"local-watering-regulations\">Local watering regulations<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the heat of summer, <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/outdoor-watering-restrictions\/\">local watering regulations<\/a> can throw a wrench in your well-established lawn care routine. To conserve water, prevent <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-maintain-lawn-during-drought\/\">water shortages<\/a>, and keep things as eco-friendly as possible, municipal authorities may activate the following measures:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Frequency restrictions<\/li>    <li>Time of day restrictions<\/li>    <li>Duration restrictions<\/li>    <li>Complete bans for a set period of time in extreme cases<\/li>    <li>Required compliance with smart irrigation systems<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 id=\"7-common-watering-mistakes\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"common-watering-mistakes\">Common watering mistakes<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The two big mistakes in summer are watering too little and watering too much. Both stress your lawn.<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Underwatering<\/strong> shows up as <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/signs-of-drought-stressed-lawn\/\">yellow, brown, or grey grass<\/a>, footprints that linger, a dry crispy feel, and slow growth.<\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-stop-watering-lawn\/\"><strong>Overwatering<\/strong><\/a> shows up as puddles, mushrooms, squishy ground, yellowing, weeds, and thatch buildup.<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 id=\"8-faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"faqs\">FAQs<\/span><\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1782317809546\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How hot is too hot to water?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Once air temperatures climb into the mid\u201190s, <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/what-temperature-is-too-hot-to-water-grass\/\">overhead watering<\/a> becomes a lot less efficient. On very hot, sunny afternoons (around 95 degrees F or higher), much of the water you spray can evaporate before it soaks down to the roots.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1782317820061\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What&#8217;s the &#8220;tuna can test&#8221;?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">If you want to know how long your sprinkler system takes to accumulate a specific amount of water, take the \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/static.spokanecity.org\/documents\/publicworks\/water\/tuna-can-test.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tuna can test<\/a>.\u201d Follow these steps:<br><br><strong>Step 1<\/strong>: Randomly place 8 or 9 shallow, flat-bottomed containers, such as empty tuna cans, around your lawn. Try to space them out as evenly as possible.<br><strong>Step 2<\/strong>: Turn on your sprinklers and set a timer for 30 minutes.\u00a0<br><strong>Step 3<\/strong>: At the end of the 30 minutes, measure the water in each can with a ruler. Add the amounts together and divide the total by the number of cans on the lawn to find out how much water your sprinkler supplies in 30 minutes.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<br><strong>Step 4<\/strong>: If you found the average amount of water in each can was about half an inch, you\u2019re good to water your lawn for 30 minutes each session. If the average was less than half an inch, you\u2019ll need to leave the sprinklers on longer. If it was more, you\u2019ll need to turn them off sooner.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1782317863223\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can a soil moisture meter help?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A soil moisture meter can make your life easier by telling you how moist (or dry) your soil is.<br><br>Insert the probe end as far into the soil as possible and check the display. Ideally, the reading should be situated in the blue \u201cmoist\u201d zone. Outside of that, you may need to change how you water your grass to help it thrive long-term.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1782317896774\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Does new grass seed need more water in hot weather?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">In a <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-long-to-water-new-grass-seed\/\">newly seeded lawn<\/a>, keep the top 1-2 inches of soil moist (not soggy) for about 2 to 3 weeks, or until most of the seed has germinated.<br><br>&#8220;When you have to patch up those bare spots with fresh seed in the middle of July, you have to switch things up,&#8221; Olberding says. &#8220;Seeds need constant moisture to avoid being toasted under the sun, so you&#8217;ll have to give those re-seeded patches a light mist three or four times a day just to keep the top layer of dirt damp.&#8221;<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 id=\"9-hand-over-the-hose\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"hand-over-the-hose\">Hand over the hose<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019re well aware of the importance of watering your lawn just right during the hot summer months. But not everyone\u2019s cut out for DIY work, or even enjoys it. If you\u2019re that person, we can set you up with a <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/near-me\">local pro<\/a> instead.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"10-they%E2%80%99ll-care-for-your-lawn-just-like-you-would-if-you-weren%E2%80%99t-unwinding-by-the-pool-and-enjoying-your-free-time-with-friends-and-family-from-mowing-edging-and-weeding-to-aerating-and-fertilizing-it-the-sky-is-the-limit-when-a-professional-team-is-on-the-job\">They\u2019ll care for your lawn just like you would if you weren\u2019t unwinding by the pool and enjoying your free time with friends and family. From <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/lawn-mowing\">mowing<\/a>, edging, and <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/weed-control\">weeding<\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/lawn-aeration\">aerating<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/lawn-fertilization\">fertilizing<\/a> it, the sky is the limit when a professional team is on the job.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Main Image: A sprinkler waters a green lawn on a hot summer day. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/lawn-sprinkler-spraying-water-over-lawn-green-fresh-grass-on-a-hot-summer-day-the-concept-of-automatic-watering-equipment-lawn-care-gardening-and-tools\/319038596\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">spyrakot<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The best time to water your lawn in hot weather is between 5 a.m. and 9 a.m. Early morning watering reduces evaporation and helps prevent fungal diseases.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":68,"featured_media":47083,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","fifu_image_url":"","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[126],"tags":[226],"class_list":["post-22206","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-lawn-care-tips","tag-lawn-care-tips"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/AdobeStock_319038596.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"Adrian Nita","author_link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/author\/adrian-nita\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/22206","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/68"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=22206"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/22206\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":48218,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/22206\/revisions\/48218"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/47083"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=22206"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=22206"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=22206"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}