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About Drought Status Updates: NIDIS and partners issue drought status updates to communicate a potential area of concern for drought expansion and/or development, based on recent conditions and the upcoming forecast.
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August 25, 2026

California-Nevada Awaits Potential Impacts of the Strong El Niño

June 18, 2026

North American Monsoon: Above-Average Seasonal Rainfall Is Likely, Bringing Potential Drought Relief.

The North American Monsoon brings summer precipitation to parts of the Southwestern U.S. and Mexico. The monsoon season is June 15 to September 30, though the actual arrival of the monsoon can vary.

May 14, 2026

West Braces for Critical Water Shortages After Unprecedented Snow Drought

April 27, 2026

A Warm, Dry March Led to Snow Melt and Drought Expansion. Heat and Fire Potential Are Concerns for Summer.

April 9, 2026

A March Meltdown: Historically Low Snowpack Melts Across the West, Signaling a Dire Water Supply Situation 

March 12, 2026

Record Snowpack Deficits Worsen in February; Conditions Expected to Deteriorate Further with Chances for Record Heat