🌵 Maine Drought Monitor
Current drought conditions and weekly trends for Maine. Data sourced from NOAA / US Drought Monitor.
Live Data • Last updated: May 19, 2026
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D1
Dominant
Maine is in Moderate Drought
Dominant drought category as of May 19, 2026
Drought Category Breakdown
Percentage of Maine's land area in each drought category.
27%
73%
41%
No Drought
D0 — Abnormally Dry
D1 — Moderate Drought
D2 — Severe Drought
D3 — Extreme Drought
D4 — Exceptional Drought
📋 Drought Impact Assessment
Currently, 40.78% of Maine's land area is experiencing moderate drought (D1), while an additional 72.88% is classified as abnormally dry (D0). Overall, 43.0% of the state is under drought conditions categorized as D1 or worse, with only 27.12% of the land area reporting no drought at all.
Moderate drought levels can significantly impact water availability in Maine. Agriculture may face challenges due to reduced soil moisture, which can affect crop yields. Municipal water supplies may also be strained as reservoir levels decline, leading to potential restrictions on water use. Additionally, river flows are likely to decrease, impacting recreational activities such as fishing and boating, which are important for the state's economy and quality of life.
Moderate drought levels can significantly impact water availability in Maine. Agriculture may face challenges due to reduced soil moisture, which can affect crop yields. Municipal water supplies may also be strained as reservoir levels decline, leading to potential restrictions on water use. Additionally, river flows are likely to decrease, impacting recreational activities such as fishing and boating, which are important for the state's economy and quality of life.