Taylor Freeze Proof Silicone Rain Gauge 7 Inch Capacity
- 7 inch capacity
- 1/10 inch increments
- Freeze proof silicone tube
- Removable ground stake and rear mounting bracket
- 12 inches tall, 2.35 x 2 inch footprint
- 5.7 ounces
Last refreshed Oct 3, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A flexible silicone rain gauge that survives freezing, with fine increments and two ways to mount it. It reads rainfall and sprinkler output only up to its stated capacity.
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ASIN: B0B3267LMTModel: 5293501Category: Rain Gauges
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Overview
A gardener or homeowner who tracks rainfall and sprinkler output gets a flexible silicone tube marked in tenths. It plants in the ground on a removable stake or hangs from a rear bracket on a post or fence.
The silicone tube is built to resist cracking if collected water freezes, so it can stay out through winter. Fine marks make light showers readable. The capacity tops out at the stated depth, so a very heavy storm can overfill it.
Who it's for
Home gardeners who water by the numbers and leave equipment out all year will use the freeze tolerance and the two mounting options. Anyone wanting automatic logging should buy an electronic station.
Pros and cons
- Silicone resists cracking when water freezes
- Fine increments for light rain
- Removable ground stake
- Rear bracket for posts and fences
- Fixed capacity can overflow in heavy storms
- Manual reading only
- Narrow tube is harder to clean
Performance notes
Rain collects in the tube and is read against the marks, so the result depends on placing it away from trees and walls. Silicone flexes when water freezes inside rather than splitting, which is why it can stay outdoors. Tenth-inch marks give finer reading than a coarse scale.
Specifications
| Brand | Taylor |
|---|---|
| Model | 5293501 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Weight | 5.7 ounces |
| Dimensions (D x W x H) | 2.35 x 2 x 12 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Rainfall capacity | 7 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Silicone |
| Color | Teal |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mounting | Removable ground stake, rear mounting bracket |
| Other details | |
| Increments | 1/10 inch |
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Frequently asked questions
How do I install the Taylor silicone rain gauge?
Push the removable ground stake into soil, or use the rear mounting bracket to attach it to a post or fence. The listing gives no further steps.
Will the Taylor rain gauge crack if it freezes?
The description says the flexible silicone is built to resist cracking even if collected rainwater freezes inside the tube.
What is the largest rainfall the Taylor gauge can measure?
It has a 7 inch capacity with 1/10 inch increments. Rain beyond that overflows the tube.