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Persistent Snow Drought in Parts of the West Expected to Intensify and Expand Summer Drought Conditions

Above-normal to much above normal rainfall was observed across Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands in the past two months, putting an end to remaining drought across the Caribbean U.S. territories. In fact, through May 31, parts of the USVI and Puerto Rico are having their wettest year on record.

Despite recent precipitation, drought expected to intensify this summer

Timely Spring Rains Bring Much Needed Relief, but Areas of Drought Persist. 

Hot and Dry Summer Ahead for the Southern High Plains

Snow Drought Expands in Parts of the Western U.S. with Early and Rapid Snowmelt