ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. — St. Johns County officials are reminding residents that as daylight saving time begins, so do seasonal watering restrictions.

While residents can now water their lawns twice a week, officials ask that irrigation not be based on a fixed schedule but on a landscape’s need. Officials say this is because as temperatures rise, water evaporates faster, prompting an increased need for irrigation.

In contrast, during cooler seasons, residents are limited to a once per week watering because increased rainfall reduces the need for frequent watering.

Overall, the restrictions are designed to conserve water and promote healthier landscapes. Officials encourage residents and businesses to adjust their watering practices based on seasonal conditions and only water when necessary to reduce stress on local water reserves.

The public water supply is the county’s largest water use, with a large portion of the supply allocated to outdoor irrigation, officials said. Adjusting irrigation schedules conserves water and benefits plant health by reducing the risks of mold, fungus, weak roots, weed and pests.

Beginning Sunday through Nov. 2, 2025, residents can no longer water their yards from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to help minimize evaporation and promote soil absorption.

• New watering days for homes with odd-numbered or no addresses: Wednesday and Saturday
• New watering days for homes with even-numbered addresses: Thursday and Sunday
• Non-residential properties: Tuesday and Friday
• Watering is restricted from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Irrigation limited to one hour per zone
• Restrictions apply to all water sources

Restrictions remain in effect until Sunday, Nov. 2, 2024. For a breakdown of all water restrictions, click here.

JEA also has watering restrictions aimed at conserving water during the warmer months. The utility has the same watering restriction days as St. Johns County.

For more information about JEA’s seasonal watering restrictions, click here.