🌵 Indiana Drought Monitor
Current drought conditions and weekly trends for Indiana. Data sourced from NOAA / US Drought Monitor.
Live Data • Last updated: May 19, 2026
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D0
Dominant
Indiana is in Abnormally Dry
Dominant drought category as of May 19, 2026
Drought Category Breakdown
Percentage of Indiana's land area in each drought category.
90%
10%
No Drought
D0 — Abnormally Dry
D1 — Moderate Drought
D2 — Severe Drought
D3 — Extreme Drought
D4 — Exceptional Drought
📋 Drought Impact Assessment
Currently, 90.32% of Indiana's land area is free from drought, while 9.68% is classified as Abnormally Dry (D0). Additionally, 2.52% of the state is experiencing Moderate Drought (D1), meaning that 2.5% of the area is under D1 or worse conditions.
Abnormally Dry conditions can lead to reduced water availability, impacting various sectors. Agriculture may face challenges with crop irrigation, while municipal water supplies could see increased demand. River flows may also be affected, potentially impacting recreational activities and aquatic ecosystems. Stakeholders in these sectors should monitor conditions closely as they may need to adjust water management strategies.
Abnormally Dry conditions can lead to reduced water availability, impacting various sectors. Agriculture may face challenges with crop irrigation, while municipal water supplies could see increased demand. River flows may also be affected, potentially impacting recreational activities and aquatic ecosystems. Stakeholders in these sectors should monitor conditions closely as they may need to adjust water management strategies.