With dry conditions across much of the state, Florida’s Water Management Districts have specific irrigation schedules in place to protect our aquifers, rivers, and water supply.
Here’s a quick snapshot of current guidance from the St. Johns River, Southwest Florida, and South Florida Water Management Districts that manage our water resources.
📍 St. Johns River Water Management District (Seminole and Lake counties)
Water one assigned day per week based on the last digit of your address:
• Odd-numbered addresses: Saturday
• Even-numbered addresses: Sunday
• Non-residential: Tuesday
🚫 No irrigation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and watering is limited to one hour per zone. Restrictions apply to private wells and pumps, ground or surface water and water from public and private utilities.
📍 Southwest Florida Water Management District (Manatee, Marion, Pasco, Polk, Pinellas, Sarasota counties)
Currently under once-per-week watering restrictions:
Water one assigned day per week based on the last digit of your address.
0 and 1: Mondays,
2 and 3: Tuesdays,
4 and 5: Wednesdays,
6 and 7: Thursdays,
8 and 9: Fridays
🚫 No irrigation between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Hand watering or micro-irrigation is allowed anytime.
📍 South Florida Water Management District (Highlands county) Guidelines
Water one assigned day per week based on the last digit of your address:
• Odd addresses: Monday, Wednesday, or Saturday
• Even addresses: Tuesday, Thursday, or Sunday
🚫 Irrigation is prohibited between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. to reduce evaporation.
📍 Miami-Dade County Guidelines
Water up to 2 days per week based on the last digit of your address:
• Odd addresses: Wednesdays and Saturdays
• Even addresses: Thursdays and Sundays
🚫 Irrigation is prohibited between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. to reduce evaporation.
Why it matters:
Outdoor watering can account for a large share of household water use, and following district schedules helps protect Florida’s aquifers, springs, and lakes—especially during dry periods.
Quick Tips:
• Water early morning for best absorption
• Check rain sensors and timers regularly
• HOA rules requiring lawn aesthetics are generally unenforceable during current watering restrictions