🌵 Alaska Drought Monitor
Current drought conditions and weekly trends for Alaska. Data sourced from NOAA / US Drought Monitor.
Live Data • Last updated: May 19, 2026
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Dominant
Alaska is in No Drought
Dominant drought category as of May 19, 2026
Drought Category Breakdown
Percentage of Alaska's land area in each drought category.
99%
No Drought
D0 — Abnormally Dry
D1 — Moderate Drought
D2 — Severe Drought
D3 — Extreme Drought
D4 — Exceptional Drought
📋 Drought Impact Assessment
Currently, 98.69% of Alaska's land area is experiencing no drought, with only 1.31% classified as abnormally dry. There are no areas under D1 drought conditions or worse, indicating a stable water situation across the state.
The absence of drought means that water supplies remain adequate for municipal use, agriculture, and river flows. Normal conditions support healthy water resources, which are essential for communities and ecosystems in Alaska, ensuring that agricultural activities can proceed without significant stress on water availability.
The absence of drought means that water supplies remain adequate for municipal use, agriculture, and river flows. Normal conditions support healthy water resources, which are essential for communities and ecosystems in Alaska, ensuring that agricultural activities can proceed without significant stress on water availability.