🌵 Arizona Drought Monitor
Current drought conditions and weekly trends for Arizona. Data sourced from NOAA / US Drought Monitor.
Live Data • Last updated: May 19, 2026
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D2
Dominant
Arizona is in Severe Drought
Dominant drought category as of May 19, 2026
Drought Category Breakdown
Percentage of Arizona's land area in each drought category.
96%
89%
62%
No Drought
D0 — Abnormally Dry
D1 — Moderate Drought
D2 — Severe Drought
D3 — Extreme Drought
D4 — Exceptional Drought
📋 Drought Impact Assessment
Severe drought conditions currently affect 62.33% of Arizona, with 89.35% of the state experiencing moderate drought or worse. Only 3.54% of the land is free from drought, while a significant 96.46% is classified as abnormally dry. The area under moderate drought or worse totals 153.8%, highlighting the widespread impact of these conditions.
Water users are facing significant challenges due to the severe drought. Reservoir storage levels are critically low, with many facilities struggling to meet demand. Mandatory water restrictions have been implemented in several areas to conserve supplies, affecting both agricultural irrigation and municipal water usage. Farmers are experiencing increased stress on crops, as reliance on the Colorado River for irrigation becomes more precarious, leading to concerns over future water availability for both agricultural and urban needs.
Water users are facing significant challenges due to the severe drought. Reservoir storage levels are critically low, with many facilities struggling to meet demand. Mandatory water restrictions have been implemented in several areas to conserve supplies, affecting both agricultural irrigation and municipal water usage. Farmers are experiencing increased stress on crops, as reliance on the Colorado River for irrigation becomes more precarious, leading to concerns over future water availability for both agricultural and urban needs.