It’s been an unusually wet June across central Kansas, with rainfall totals far surpassing average levels for the month.

According to recent data, Hutchinson recorded 8.54 inches of rain in June — more than double its normal monthly average of 4.2 inches. Newton received 9.76 inches compared to its usual 5.2 inches, while McPherson saw an even higher total of 10.23 inches, far above its typical 4.75 inches for the month.

The 8.54 inches of rain for Hutchinson makes it the fifth wettest June on record.  The wettest?  June of 1948 where 11.83 inches of rain fell.&nbsp;

The heavy rainfall has had a noticeable impact on Cheney Lake, as the water level rose by nearly six feet over the past month, increasing from 1,415.99 feet on June 1 to 1,421.9 feet as of this morning. The lake’s conservation pool is now 97.6% full, providing a significant boost to water supply heading into the summer months.

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 </figure>MARC JACOBS Hutch Post&nbsp;It’s been an unusually wet June across central Kansas, with rainfall totals far surpassing average levels for the month.According to recent data, Hutchinson recorded 8.54 inches of rain in June — more than double its normal monthly average of 4.2 inches. Newton received 9.76 inches compared to its usual 5.2 inches, while McPherson saw an even higher total of 10.23 inches, far above its typical 4.75 inches for the month.The 8.54 inches of rain for Hutchinson makes it the fifth wettest June on record. The wettest? June of 1948 where 11.83 inches of rain fell.&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>The heavy rainfall has had a noticeable impact on Cheney Lake, as the water level rose by nearly six feet over the past month, increasing from 1,415.99 feet on June 1 to 1,421.9 feet as of this morning. The lake’s conservation pool is now 97.6% full, providing a significant boost to water supply heading into the summer months.

Central Kansas sees rain-soaked June