🌵 Alabama Drought Monitor
Current drought conditions and weekly trends for Alabama. Data sourced from NOAA / US Drought Monitor.
Live Data • Last updated: May 19, 2026
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D2
Dominant
Alabama is in Severe Drought
Dominant drought category as of May 19, 2026
Drought Category Breakdown
Percentage of Alabama's land area in each drought category.
100%
95%
71%
13%
No Drought
D0 — Abnormally Dry
D1 — Moderate Drought
D2 — Severe Drought
D3 — Extreme Drought
D4 — Exceptional Drought
📋 Drought Impact Assessment
Severe drought conditions are currently affecting 70.64% of Alabama, with 100% of the state experiencing at least abnormally dry conditions. Additionally, 95.23% of the area is classified under moderate drought, and 12.9% is facing extreme drought. Overall, 178.8% of the state is under drought categories of moderate or worse, indicating widespread water stress.
The severe drought is leading to significant water supply challenges. Reservoir levels are declining, prompting some municipalities to implement mandatory water restrictions to conserve resources. Agriculture is also under strain, with crop yields likely to be impacted due to insufficient irrigation and reduced soil moisture. Farmers may face difficulties in maintaining livestock and crop production, which could lead to increased food prices and economic strain in rural areas.
The severe drought is leading to significant water supply challenges. Reservoir levels are declining, prompting some municipalities to implement mandatory water restrictions to conserve resources. Agriculture is also under strain, with crop yields likely to be impacted due to insufficient irrigation and reduced soil moisture. Farmers may face difficulties in maintaining livestock and crop production, which could lead to increased food prices and economic strain in rural areas.