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From Summer Drought to Fall Rain: What Happens to New Hampshire Groundwater?

From Summer Drought to Fall Rain: What Happens to New Hampshire Groundwater?

From Summer Drought to Fall Rain: What Happens to New Hampshire Groundwater?Abby Thompson-Fopiano
Published on: 08/12/2026

Discover what happens to New Hampshire groundwater when summer drought gives way to fall rain. Learn how groundwater recharge works, why recovery takes time, and what seasonal changes mean for wells, surface water, and water resource planning.