USWaterLevels

🌵 Alaska Drought Monitor

Current drought conditions and weekly trends for Alaska. Data sourced from NOAA / US Drought Monitor.

Live Data • Last updated: May 19, 2026
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None Dominant

Alaska is in No Drought

Dominant drought category as of May 19, 2026

Drought Category Breakdown

Percentage of Alaska's land area in each drought category.

99%
No Drought
98.7%
D0 — Abnormally Dry
1.3%
D1 — Moderate Drought
0.0%
D2 — Severe Drought
0.0%
D3 — Extreme Drought
0.0%
D4 — Exceptional Drought
0.0%

📋 Drought Impact Assessment

Currently, 98.69% of Alaska's land area is experiencing no drought, with only 1.31% classified as abnormally dry. There are no areas under D1 drought conditions or worse, indicating a stable water situation across the state.

The absence of drought means that water supplies remain adequate for municipal use, agriculture, and river flows. Normal conditions support healthy water resources, which are essential for communities and ecosystems in Alaska, ensuring that agricultural activities can proceed without significant stress on water availability.