The National Weather Service, through the California Community Collaborative Rain, Hail and Snow network, is seeking volunteers to observe and report on local weather.
Joining the Community Collaborative network is free. One needs a 4-inch rain gauge and a few minutes each day, according to the NWS.
For more information or to join, contact Jim Taeger, either at cocorahs.org or Jimmy.Taeger@noaa.gov.