New report by NDMC and UNCCD shares global drought impacts
Report covers regions of the world that were most severely affected by droughts in 2023–2025
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Dry Horizons June 2025
'Thirstwaves' are becoming more prevalent in the U.S.
Colorado River Basin groundwater losses highlighted in new report
Researchers discover drought-resilient plant
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May 2025 Drought Climate and Impacts Summaries
Drought and dryness improve in parts of the East Coast, Southern Plains
Water supply issues prompt restrictions in the Midwest, Great Plains and parts of the East
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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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The Drought Center helps people, organizations and institutions build resilience to drought through monitoring and planning, and we are the academic partner and web host of the U.S. Drought Monitor. Our capabilities include climatology, social science and public engagement, and we work at all scales, from individual ranches to local, state and tribal government, and countries around the world.
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?