Dry Horizons March 2023
Helping water utilities communicate effectively. Helping Colorado producers find creative solutions. Exploring drought planning in the Southeast and more.
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Grassroots to Global
Learn more about the accomplishments, activities and partnerships of the Drought Center in our 2022 Annual Report
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February 2023 Drought Climate and Impacts Summaries
Heavy snow and cold temperatures fall across parts of the West, while most of the East sees a warmer, drier month as water shortages and ag impacts continue.
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Monitoring tools for Southern Africa
NDMC and World Bank partner with local agencies to develop a region-wide composite drought indicator
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NDMC formalizes partnership with UN Convention to Combat Desertification
Collaboration with UNCCD will lead to new tools and resources to increase drought resilience and preparedness around the world
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What is the U.S. Drought Monitor?
Learn about the beginning and evolution of this valuable tool
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Learn about drought through the eyes of climatologists, and learn how people are working to prevent the effects of drought.
Drought is a normal part of nearly every climate on the planet. Planning ahead for variation in water supply helps reduce unpleasant surprises.
What is the best way for you to recognize that you are in drought? Where does your water come from, and who is keeping track of it?