🌵 Arkansas Drought Monitor
Current drought conditions and weekly trends for Arkansas. Data sourced from NOAA / US Drought Monitor.
Live Data • Last updated: May 19, 2026
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D3
Dominant
Arkansas is in Extreme Drought
Dominant drought category as of May 19, 2026
Drought Category Breakdown
Percentage of Arkansas's land area in each drought category.
100%
100%
86%
63%
19%
No Drought
D0 — Abnormally Dry
D1 — Moderate Drought
D2 — Severe Drought
D3 — Extreme Drought
D4 — Exceptional Drought
📋 Drought Impact Assessment
Currently, Arkansas is experiencing extreme drought conditions, with 62.84% of the state classified as D3. Abnormally dry conditions affect the entire state, with 100% experiencing some level of drought. Additionally, 99.54% is under moderate drought (D1), and 86.33% faces severe drought (D2). Exceptional drought conditions (D4) impact 18.67% of the area.
The extreme drought has led to significant practical consequences for water users across Arkansas. Reservoir storage levels are critically low, prompting municipalities to implement mandatory water restrictions. Agricultural sectors are facing severe stress, with crop yields declining due to insufficient moisture. Furthermore, river flows are significantly reduced, affecting both irrigation and recreational activities, leading to concerns about long-term water supply sustainability.
The extreme drought has led to significant practical consequences for water users across Arkansas. Reservoir storage levels are critically low, prompting municipalities to implement mandatory water restrictions. Agricultural sectors are facing severe stress, with crop yields declining due to insufficient moisture. Furthermore, river flows are significantly reduced, affecting both irrigation and recreational activities, leading to concerns about long-term water supply sustainability.