Daily rainfallBewl area · millimetres
EA gauge E205015
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South of England · Water situation
Rainfall, reserves
and restrictions.
A clear view of recent rainfall and the water stored across Southern Water's four reservoirs.
28-day rainfall44.4 mmBewl gauge
Wettest day12.3 mm11 August
Average reservoir60.6%Latest published
Restriction statusBan in forceHampshire & Isle of Wight
Rainfall monitor
What has fallen in the past month?
Stored water
Southern Water reservoir levels
Latest published reading
2 August 2026
66.8%
Bewl Water
52.8%
Darwell
33.0%
Powdermill
89.7%
Weir Wood
Reservoir readings are published periodically by Southern Water. “Current” means the latest figure released, not a live sensor reading.
Current water restrictions
Hosepipe ban in Hampshire
and the Isle of Wight
Southern Water's temporary use ban is in force. It covers domestic hosepipe use including watering gardens, washing private vehicles and filling pools.
Check the official rules and exceptions ↗StatusIN FORCEChecked 19 August 2026
Other Southern Water areasNo ban listed
Other Southern Water areasNo ban listed