The Lower Tar Watershed (HUC 03020103) covers approximately 1,042 square miles in North Carolina, USA. The area is characterized by a humid subtropical climate, with hot summers and mild winters. Rainfall is abundant and frequent, with an average annual precipitation of 47 inches. The watershed is drained by the Tar River, which originates in the northwestern corner of the watershed and flows southeast towards its estuary at Pamlico Sound. The region experiences periodic flooding, especially during hurricane season. The watershed is also home to several reservoirs, including Falls Lake and Jordan Lake, which provide drinking water, recreation, and flood control. The region experiences a moderate snowpack, with an average of 4 inches of snowfall per year. Interesting climatic trends include increasing temperatures and precipitation, as well as increasing frequency and severity of storms and floods.