Drought Monitor Update Thursday August 22 2024
Last Updated on August 22 2024 12:44 pm
Use the Condition Monitoring Observer Report (CMOR) system to let us know how dry or wet your area is.
A wide assortment of weather-related features affected the USAPI this past drought week (Wed Aug 7 - Tue Aug 13, 2024).
Current Drought Conditions
According to the August 6, 2024 US Drought Monitor, moderate to exceptional drought covers 18% of the United States.
Based on the Palmer Drought Index, severe to extreme drought affected about 4% of the contiguous US.
The Drought Monitor change map shows where drought has improved (green), is unchanged (gray), or worsened (brown).
Outlook
The 6-10 day outlook from the Climate Prediction Center shows a 33-40% chance of below-normal precipitation for the western US and a 33-40% chance of above-normal precipitation for the eastern US.
The 8-14 day outlook from the International Research Institute for Climate and Society shows a 33-40% chance of below-normal precipitation for the western US and a 33-40% chance of above-normal precipitation for the eastern US.
Impacts
Drought can have a variety of impacts on agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.
- Agriculture: Drought can reduce crop yields and livestock production.
- Water resources: Drought can lead to water shortages and restrictions.
- Ecosystems: Drought can damage forests, wetlands, and other ecosystems.
Resources
- US Drought Monitor
- Climate Prediction Center
- International Research Institute for Climate and Society
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