🌵 New Hampshire Drought Monitor
Current drought conditions and weekly trends for New Hampshire. Data sourced from NOAA / US Drought Monitor.
Live Data • Last updated: May 19, 2026
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D1
Dominant
New Hampshire is in Moderate Drought
Dominant drought category as of May 19, 2026
Drought Category Breakdown
Percentage of New Hampshire's land area in each drought category.
94%
54%
21%
No Drought
D0 — Abnormally Dry
D1 — Moderate Drought
D2 — Severe Drought
D3 — Extreme Drought
D4 — Exceptional Drought
📋 Drought Impact Assessment
Moderate drought conditions are impacting New Hampshire, with 54.04% of the land area classified as D1. In total, 94.39% of the state is experiencing some level of dryness, while 20.51% is under severe drought conditions. Only 5.61% of the land remains free from drought effects, indicating widespread moisture deficits across the region.
The current moderate drought status can significantly affect water availability in New Hampshire. Municipal water supplies may face restrictions, impacting residents and local businesses. Agriculture is likely to suffer due to reduced soil moisture, affecting crop yields and livestock health. Additionally, river flows are expected to decrease, which may disrupt recreational activities and ecosystems reliant on stable water levels.
The current moderate drought status can significantly affect water availability in New Hampshire. Municipal water supplies may face restrictions, impacting residents and local businesses. Agriculture is likely to suffer due to reduced soil moisture, affecting crop yields and livestock health. Additionally, river flows are expected to decrease, which may disrupt recreational activities and ecosystems reliant on stable water levels.