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Lack of rain in October led to rapidly expanding dry conditions in the Southeast.

Additional drought development and impacts are expected into early November, with uncertainty for the winter months ahead.

Drought Returned to the Southeast in a Flash, but Some Relief Is in Sight

Drought has steadily expanded and intensified across the Southeast with impacts to soils, agriculture, fire risk, and water resources. 

Dry conditions are expected to persist for much of early November, with some relief by late-November. Drought is anticipated to improve as we transition into an El Niño winter, which typically brings wetter-than-normal conditions.

Drought Conditions Continue To Expand and Worsen Across Southeast Region, Especially in the Carolinas.

Watch the November 9 webinar recording. Register here for the December 14 Southeast Climate Webinar, including a

Watch the October 12 webinar recording.

Register here for the November 9 Southeast Monthly Climate Webinar, including a presentation on "Getting a Feel for Your Community's Climate Future."