🌵 Louisiana Drought Monitor
Current drought conditions and weekly trends for Louisiana. Data sourced from NOAA / US Drought Monitor.
Live Data • Last updated: May 19, 2026
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D2
Dominant
Louisiana is in Severe Drought
Dominant drought category as of May 19, 2026
Drought Category Breakdown
Percentage of Louisiana's land area in each drought category.
9%
91%
77%
56%
32%
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 56.09% of Louisiana, with an additional 31.86% experiencing extreme drought. Overall, 90.98% of the state is classified as abnormally dry or worse, with 76.96% under moderate drought conditions. Only 9.02% of the land area is free from drought.
Water users in Louisiana are facing significant challenges due to these severe drought conditions. Reservoir storage levels are critically low, prompting municipalities to implement mandatory water restrictions to conserve supplies. Agricultural sectors are under stress, with crops suffering from insufficient moisture, which could lead to reduced yields. Additionally, low river flows may impact water availability for irrigation and affect local ecosystems, further complicating the situation for farmers and communities reliant on these resources.
Water users in Louisiana are facing significant challenges due to these severe drought conditions. Reservoir storage levels are critically low, prompting municipalities to implement mandatory water restrictions to conserve supplies. Agricultural sectors are under stress, with crops suffering from insufficient moisture, which could lead to reduced yields. Additionally, low river flows may impact water availability for irrigation and affect local ecosystems, further complicating the situation for farmers and communities reliant on these resources.