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Drought Conditions for Douglas County

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people in Douglas County are affected by drought

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of people in Douglas County are affected by drought

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14th

wettest February on record, over the past 129 years

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1.246
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14th

wettest year to date over the past 129 years (January-February 2023)

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1.672
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inches from normal
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Current Conditions for Douglas County
U.S. Drought Monitor Temperature (30-Day Departure from Normal) Precipitation (30-Day % of Normal)

The U.S. Drought Monitor (USDM) is updated each Thursday to show the location and intensity of drought across the country using a five-category system, from Abnormally Dry (D0) conditions to Exceptional Drought (D4). The USDM is a joint effort of the National Drought Mitigation Center, USDA, and NOAA. Learn more.

This map shows the departure from normal maximum temperature  (°F) over the past 30 days, compared to usual conditions for the same time period averaged from 1991–2020.

This map uses the gridMET and PRISM temperature datasets. Temperature data are updated daily, with a delay of 3 to 4 days to allow for data collection and quality control. Learn more.

This map shows the past 30 days of precipitation as a percentage of "normal" conditions—that is, compared to the usual conditions for the same time period averaged from 1991–2020.

This map uses the gridMET and NLDAS precipitation datasets, and precipitation data are updated daily, with a delay of 3 to 4 days. Learn more.

D0 - Abnormally Dry

  • Stock pond levels decrease
  • Planting is delayed (particularly for winter wheat)
  • Irrigation/watering demands increase

0
of Douglas County
(D0-D4)
D1 - Moderate Drought

  • Wheat and grasses are drought stressed; hay demand increases
  • Fire danger increases
  • Pond levels are low; habitat is poor in migratory flyways

0
of Douglas County
(D1-D4)
D2 - Severe Drought

  • Wheat, corn, soybean, and hay yields are low; crops are severely damaged
  • Burn bans are implemented; firework sales are banned; more grass fires occur
  • Blue-green algae impacts water supply; ponds and streams are dry

0
of Douglas County
(D2-D4)
D3 - Extreme Drought

  • Cattle sales are high; emergency grazing is opened; corn and wheat crops fail; pasture conditions are poor
  • Major infestation of locusts occurs; quail and pheasant populations are reduced; trees are stressed
  • Emergency water supplies are needed; river levels are low; municipal water restrictions are implemented

0
of Douglas County
(D3-D4)
D4 - Exceptional Drought

  • All crops are severely impacted/not harvested; ground is cracking
  • Wildfires and large dust storms occur
  • All aquatic species and food chains are affected; fish kills occur

0
of Douglas County
(D4)
Departure from Normal Max Temperature (°F)
Range Map Hex Color
- -8 #0404ff
-8 - -6 #2166ac
-6 - -4 #4393c3
-4 - -3 #92c5de
-3 - -1 #d1e5f0
-1 - 0 #ffffff
Range Map Hex Color
0 - 1 #ffffff
1 - 3 #fddbc7
3 - 4 #f4a582
4 - 6 #d6604d
6 - 8 #b2182b
8 - #800000
Percent of Normal Precipitation (%)
Range Map Hex Color
0% - 25% #8c510a
25% - 50% #bf812d
50% - 75% #dfc27d
75% - 100% #f6e8c3
Range Map Hex Color
100% - 150% #c7eae5
150% - 200% #80cdc1
200% - 300% #35978f
300% - #01665e
Source(s):

NDMC, NOAA, USDA
Source(s):

UC Merced
Source(s):

UC Merced
Updates Weekly  -  03/28/23
Last Updated  -  03/29/23
Last Updated  -  03/29/23
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Multi-Indicator Drought Index (MIDI)
Short-Term
Dry Conditions
Value Map Hex Color
D4 #730000
D3 #E60000
D2 #FFAA00
D1 #FCD37F
D0 #FFFF00
Wet Conditions
Value Map Hex Color
W0 #AAFF55
W1 #01FFFF
W2 #00AAFF
W3 #0000FF
W4 #0000AA

The Multi-Indicator Drought Index (MIDI) looks at current drought conditions across the U.S. by integrating several key drought indices on precipitation and moisture into one objective, computer-generated map. 

The Short-Term MIDI approximates drought impacts from changes in precipitation and moisture over a short-term timeframe (looking back up to 90 days), such as impacts to non-irrigated agriculture, topsoil moisture, and range and pasture conditions. Long-term droughts (lasting months to years) can have different impacts.

This experimental map is based on methodology from the NOAA National Weather Service’s Climate Prediction Center. Learn how this map is made.

Source(s):

UC Merced
Data Valid  -  03/26/23
Experimental
Long-Term
Dry Conditions
Value Map Hex Color
D4 #730000
D3 #E60000
D2 #FFAA00
D1 #FCD37F
D0 #FFFF00
Wet Conditions
Value Map Hex Color
W0 #AAFF55
W1 #01FFFF
W2 #00AAFF
W3 #0000FF
W4 #0000AA

The Multi-Indicator Drought Index (MIDI) looks at current drought conditions across the U.S. by integrating several key drought indices on precipitation and moisture into one objective, computer-generated map. 

The Long-Term MIDI approximates drought impacts from changes in precipitation and moisture over a long-term timeframe (up to 5 years), such as impacts to irrigated agriculture, groundwater, and reservoir levels. Long-term drought conditions can also increase wildfire intensity and severity.

This experimental map is based on methodology from the NOAA National Weather Service’s Climate Prediction Center. Learn how this map is made.

Source(s):

UC Merced
Data Valid  -  03/26/23
Experimental
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Agriculture in Douglas County
Soybean Corn Hay Cattle Sheep

The USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) conducts hundreds of surveys every year and prepares reports covering virtually every aspect of U.S. agriculture, including agricultural commodities statistics for crops and livestock. This map displays crops and livestock by county alongside the current U.S. Drought Monitor. The size of each dot represents the total acres (crops) or total inventory (livestock) per county. Learn more.

Crop Production (Acres)

A circle with the radius of 20 pixels identifies:
> 500,000
A circle with the radius of 16 pixels identifies:
> 300,000
A circle with the radius of 12 pixels identifies:
> 100,000
A circle with the radius of 8 pixels identifies:
≤ 100,000

Crop Production (Acres)

A circle with the radius of 20 pixels identifies:
> 500,000
A circle with the radius of 16 pixels identifies:
> 300,000
A circle with the radius of 12 pixels identifies:
> 100,000
A circle with the radius of 8 pixels identifies:
≤ 100,000

Crop Production (Acres)

A circle with the radius of 20 pixels identifies:
> 500,000
A circle with the radius of 16 pixels identifies:
> 300,000
A circle with the radius of 12 pixels identifies:
> 100,000
A circle with the radius of 8 pixels identifies:
≤ 100,000

Livestock Count

A circle with the radius of 20 pixels identifies:
> 500,000
A circle with the radius of 16 pixels identifies:
> 300,000
A circle with the radius of 12 pixels identifies:
> 100,000
A circle with the radius of 8 pixels identifies:
≤ 100,000

Livestock Count

A circle with the radius of 20 pixels identifies:
> 500,000
A circle with the radius of 16 pixels identifies:
> 300,000
A circle with the radius of 12 pixels identifies:
> 100,000
A circle with the radius of 8 pixels identifies:
≤ 100,000
U.S. Drought Monitor
Value Map Hex Color
D0 - Abnormally Dry #ffff00
D1 - Moderate Drought #ffcc99
D2 - Severe Drought #ff6600
D3 - Extreme Drought #ff0000
D4 - Exceptional Drought #660000
Source(s):

USDA NASS
Source(s):

USDA NASS
Source(s):

USDA NASS
Source(s):

USDA NASS
Source(s):

USDA NASS
USDM Updates Weekly  -  03/28/23
USDM Updates Weekly  -  03/28/23
USDM Updates Weekly  -  03/28/23
USDM Updates Weekly  -  03/28/23
USDM Updates Weekly  -  03/28/23
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acres of soybean in drought (D1–D4) in Douglas County (estimated)
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acres of corn in drought (D1–D4) in Douglas County (estimated)
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acres of hay in drought (D1–D4) in Douglas County (estimated)
0
number of cattle in drought (D1–D4) in Douglas County (estimated)
0
number of sheep in drought (D1–D4) in Douglas County (estimated)
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Water Supply in Douglas County
Streamflow 1-Month Precipitation Outlooks

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) produces maps of real-time streamflow conditions compared to historical conditions. The map depicts streamflow conditions as computed at USGS streamgages. The colors represent real-time streamflow compared to percentiles of historical daily streamflow for the day of the year. Click on a streamgage to view more data for that location. Learn more.

The National Weather Service (NWS) Climate Prediction Center (CPC) produces precipitation outlooks for the U.S., including 6–10 day, 8–14 day, monthly, and seasonal outlooks. This 1-month outlook depicts whether there is a greater chance for above-normal, below-normal, or near-normal precipitation conditions in this region. Learn more.

Streamflow Conditions
Value Map Hex Color
Low #ff0000
Much Below Normal #b12121
Below Normal #ffa400
Normal #00ff00
Above Normal #40dfd0
Much Above Normal #0000ff
High #000000
Not Ranked #FFFFFF
U.S. Drought Monitor
Value Map Hex Color
D0 #ffff00
D1 #ffcc99
D2 #ff6600
D3 #ff0000
D4 #660000
Probability (Percent Chance) of Below-Normal Precipitation
Range Map Hex Color
33% - 40% #f0d493
40% - 50% #d8a750
50% - 60% #bb6d33
60% - 70% #9b5031
70% - 80% #934639
80% - 90% #804000
90% - 100% #4f2f2f
Probability (Percent Chance) of Above-Normal Precipitation
Range Map Hex Color
33% - 40% #b3d9ab
40% - 50% #94cd7e
50% - 60% #48ae38
60% - 70% #3a7b5f
70% - 80% #008e40
80% - 90% #28553d
90% - 100% #285517
Source(s):

USGS
Source(s):

CPC
Updates Daily  - 
Updates Monthly  -  03/16/23
62
percent of streamflow sites that are below normal in Kansas
0
percent of streamflow sites that are above normal in Kansas
30
percent area of Kansas with above normal precipitation probability this month
0
percent area of Kansas with below normal precipitation probability this month
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Public Health in Douglas County
Social Vulnerability Index Heat Warnings

This map shows the Center for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC's) Social Vulnerability Index alongside current U.S. Drought Monitor drought designations. CDC's Social Vulnerability Index uses 15 U.S. census variables at tract level (including poverty, lack of vehicle access, and crowded housing) to help local officials identify communities that may need support in preparing for or recovering from hazards, like drought. Learn more.

This map shows active National Weather Service (NWS) Excessive Heat Watches, Heat Advisories, and Excessive Heat Warnings alongside the current U.S. Drought Monitor.

Social Vulnerability Index (SVI)
Value Map Hex Color
0.7501 - 1 | Highest Vulnerability #265C9E
0.5001 - 0.75 #42ABB6
0.2501 - 0.5 #96C9A7
0 - 0.25 | Lowest Vulnerability #EBEBBE
Data Unavailable #909090
U.S. Drought Monitor
Value Map Hex Color
D0 #ffff00
D1 #ffcc99
D2 #ff6600
D3 #ff0000
D4 #660000
National Weather Service Heat Warnings
Value Map Hex Color
Excessive Heat Warning #6e3a9a
Heat Advisory #b64e6d
Excessive Heat Watch #36185e
U.S. Drought Monitor
Value Map Hex Color
D0 #ffff00
D1 #ffcc99
D2 #ff6600
D3 #ff0000
D4 #660000
Source(s):

CDC
Source(s):

National Weather Service
USDM Updates Weekly  -  03/28/23
Updates Weekly  -  03/30/23
0.22
Social Vulnerability Index Score
No
Heat Warning issued by the National Weather Service
No
Air Quality Warning issued by the National Weather Service
No Wildfire
in Douglas
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Future Conditions for Douglas County

Evaporative Demand (EDDI) Forecast

Two Week Four Week
Dry Conditions
Value Map Hex Color
D4 #730000
D3 #E60000
D2 #FFAA00
D1 #FCD37F
D0 #FFFF00
Wet Conditions
Value Map Hex Color
Near Normal #ffffff
W0 #AAFF55
W1 #01FFFF
W2 #00AAFF
W3 #0000FF
W4 #0000AA
Dry Conditions
Value Map Hex Color
D4 #730000
D3 #E60000
D2 #FFAA00
D1 #FCD37F
D0 #FFFF00
Wet Conditions
Value Map Hex Color
Near Normal #ffffff
W0 #AAFF55
W1 #01FFFF
W2 #00AAFF
W3 #0000FF
W4 #0000AA

 

The Evaporative Demand Drought Index (EDDI) is an experimental drought monitoring and early warning guidance tool. It examines how anomalous the atmospheric evaporative demand (E0; also known as "the thirst of the atmosphere") is for a given location and across a time period of interest. This experimental subseasonal EDDI forecast shows projected evaporative demand for the next 2 weeks and 4 weeks from the CFS-gridMET dataset at 4-km gridded resolution. Learn more.

Source(s):

UC Merced
Source(s):

UC Merced
Updates Daily  -  03/31/23
Updates Daily  -  03/31/23
Experimental Experimental

U.S. Drought Outlooks

Monthly Seasonal
Value Map Hex Color
Drought persists #9B634A
Drought remains but improves #DED2BC
Drought removal likely #B2AD69
Drought development likely #FFDE63
No drought present #FFFFFF

 

The National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center's Monthly Drought Outlook is issued at the end of each calendar month and is valid for the upcoming month.

The Outlook predicts whether drought will persist, develop, improve, or be removed over the next month. Learn more.

 

The National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center's Seasonal Drought Outlook is issued on the third Thursday of each month.

The Outlook predicts whether drought will persist, develop, improve, or be removed over the next three months or so. Learn more.

Source(s):

CPC
Source(s):

CPC
Updates Monthly  -  02/28/23
Updates Monthly  -  03/16/23
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Historical Conditions for Douglas County

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2000 - Present (Weekly)
1895 - Present (Monthly)
0 - 2017 (Yearly)

The U.S. Drought Monitor (USDM) is a national map released every Thursday, showing parts of the U.S. that are in drought. The USDM relies on drought experts to synthesize the best available data and work with local observers to interpret the information. The USDM also incorporates ground truthing and information about how drought is affecting people, via a network of more than 450 observers across the country, including state climatologists, National Weather Service staff, Extension agents, and hydrologists. Learn more.

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