🌵 Utah Drought Monitor
Current drought conditions and weekly trends for Utah. Data sourced from NOAA / US Drought Monitor.
Live Data • Last updated: May 19, 2026
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D3
Dominant
Utah is in Extreme Drought
Dominant drought category as of May 19, 2026
Drought Category Breakdown
Percentage of Utah's land area in each drought category.
100%
100%
94%
61%
No Drought
D0 — Abnormally Dry
D1 — Moderate Drought
D2 — Severe Drought
D3 — Extreme Drought
D4 — Exceptional Drought
📋 Drought Impact Assessment
Currently, 60.64% of Utah is classified under Extreme Drought (D3), with 100% of the state experiencing Abnormally Dry conditions. Additionally, 94.48% of the state is facing Severe Drought (D2), and 256% of the area is under Moderate Drought (D1) or worse. These conditions indicate a severe water shortage affecting the entire state.
Water users in Utah are facing significant challenges due to the extreme drought. Reservoir storage levels are critically low, particularly for those relying on water from Lake Powell and the Colorado River system. Mandatory water restrictions have been implemented in many areas, impacting agricultural operations and municipal water supplies. Farmers are struggling with crop irrigation, while urban areas are concerned about maintaining adequate water for residents, leading to potential long-term consequences for both agriculture and community water management.
Water users in Utah are facing significant challenges due to the extreme drought. Reservoir storage levels are critically low, particularly for those relying on water from Lake Powell and the Colorado River system. Mandatory water restrictions have been implemented in many areas, impacting agricultural operations and municipal water supplies. Farmers are struggling with crop irrigation, while urban areas are concerned about maintaining adequate water for residents, leading to potential long-term consequences for both agriculture and community water management.