🌵 Oregon Drought Monitor
Current drought conditions and weekly trends for Oregon. Data sourced from NOAA / US Drought Monitor.
Live Data • Last updated: May 19, 2026
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D2
Dominant
Oregon is in Severe Drought
Dominant drought category as of May 19, 2026
Drought Category Breakdown
Percentage of Oregon's land area in each drought category.
96%
83%
36%
No Drought
D0 — Abnormally Dry
D1 — Moderate Drought
D2 — Severe Drought
D3 — Extreme Drought
D4 — Exceptional Drought
📋 Drought Impact Assessment
Severe drought conditions are affecting 36.03% of Oregon, with an additional 82.64% of the state classified as experiencing moderate drought. Only 4.47% of the land is free from drought, while 95.53% is facing some level of dryness. The majority of the state is under D1 drought or worse, impacting water availability for agriculture and municipal use.
Water users are experiencing significant challenges due to the severe drought. Reservoir levels are low, leading to mandatory water restrictions for both urban and agricultural users. Farmers are struggling with reduced irrigation supplies, which threatens crop yields. Additionally, the drought conditions are stressing salmon habitats in major rivers, further complicating water management efforts in the region.
Water users are experiencing significant challenges due to the severe drought. Reservoir levels are low, leading to mandatory water restrictions for both urban and agricultural users. Farmers are struggling with reduced irrigation supplies, which threatens crop yields. Additionally, the drought conditions are stressing salmon habitats in major rivers, further complicating water management efforts in the region.