🌵 Georgia Drought Monitor
Current drought conditions and weekly trends for Georgia. Data sourced from NOAA / US Drought Monitor.
Live Data • Last updated: May 19, 2026
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D3
Dominant
Georgia is in Extreme Drought
Dominant drought category as of May 19, 2026
Drought Category Breakdown
Percentage of Georgia's land area in each drought category.
100%
100%
99%
79%
29%
No Drought
D0 — Abnormally Dry
D1 — Moderate Drought
D2 — Severe Drought
D3 — Extreme Drought
D4 — Exceptional Drought
📋 Drought Impact Assessment
Extreme drought conditions are currently affecting Georgia, with 78.73% of the state classified as experiencing D3 (Extreme Drought). Additionally, 100% of the state is categorized as Abnormally Dry (D0), while 98.64% faces Severe Drought (D2). About 305.9% of the area is under Moderate Drought (D1) or worse, indicating widespread water scarcity.
Water users in Georgia are facing significant challenges due to these severe drought conditions. Reservoir storage levels are critically low, leading to mandatory water use restrictions in various municipalities, particularly those relying on the Chattahoochee River basin. Agriculture is also under stress, with crop yields expected to decline as irrigation becomes limited, affecting farmers' ability to sustain their operations. Municipal supply concerns are rising as communities work to manage dwindling water resources.
Water users in Georgia are facing significant challenges due to these severe drought conditions. Reservoir storage levels are critically low, leading to mandatory water use restrictions in various municipalities, particularly those relying on the Chattahoochee River basin. Agriculture is also under stress, with crop yields expected to decline as irrigation becomes limited, affecting farmers' ability to sustain their operations. Municipal supply concerns are rising as communities work to manage dwindling water resources.