Same problem here. We have a rain deficit of over 8 inches for this year, and are now labeled as in severe drought. It will rain like a SOB within view, but not a drop here.
One thing I have observed over the years is wet areas promote more rain, dry areas trend dry. The microclimate is influenced by existing conditions.
Luckily our pond still has plenty of water even though it is down 24 inches, and our well is still running. The mower is not, and the vegetable garden has up and died. I refuse to use our well to irrigate and take the chance of running it dry. One of the scariest thoughts is a wife unable to take a shower.
