🌵 Florida Drought Monitor
Current drought conditions and weekly trends for Florida. Data sourced from NOAA / US Drought Monitor.
Live Data • Last updated: May 19, 2026
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D3
Dominant
Florida is in Extreme Drought
Dominant drought category as of May 19, 2026
Drought Category Breakdown
Percentage of Florida's land area in each drought category.
100%
99%
93%
75%
22%
No Drought
D0 — Abnormally Dry
D1 — Moderate Drought
D2 — Severe Drought
D3 — Extreme Drought
D4 — Exceptional Drought
📋 Drought Impact Assessment
As of May 19, 2026, Florida is experiencing severe drought conditions, with 74.61% of the state classified under Extreme Drought (D3). Additionally, 100% of the state is at least Abnormally Dry (D0), while 99.26% falls under Moderate Drought (D1). The drought has escalated to a point where 22.26% of the state is facing Exceptional Drought (D4), highlighting a significant water crisis.
Water users in Florida are facing serious challenges due to these drought conditions. Reservoirs are struggling with low storage levels, and mandatory water restrictions have been implemented in many areas. Agriculture is under stress, particularly for crops reliant on irrigation, while municipal water supplies are increasingly strained, especially in regions dependent on the Floridan Aquifer and Lake Okeechobee. The ongoing drought is prompting urgent calls for conservation measures across the state.
Water users in Florida are facing serious challenges due to these drought conditions. Reservoirs are struggling with low storage levels, and mandatory water restrictions have been implemented in many areas. Agriculture is under stress, particularly for crops reliant on irrigation, while municipal water supplies are increasingly strained, especially in regions dependent on the Floridan Aquifer and Lake Okeechobee. The ongoing drought is prompting urgent calls for conservation measures across the state.