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

Drought Expected to Develop, Persist Across Many Pacific Northwest Tribal Lands This Summer

We’d love to hear from you! You are invited to join NIDIS and partners for a webinar on July 25, 2024 at 10 a.m. PT, which will include an update on conditions and an open discussion on your needs as they relate to drought management support. 

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.