Western and Central North Dakota Farm And Ranch Weather

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North Dakota Severe Summer Weather Awareness Week April 28 through May 2, 2025

Drought Monitor and Outlooks

North Dakota Drought Monitor

Drought Monitor	Drought Outlook

Palmer Drought Index	Rain Needed To End Drought

Abnormally Dry (D0) - Going into drought: short-term dryness slowing planting, growth of crops or pastures; fire risk above average.

Moderate Drought (D1) - Some damage to crops, pastures; fire risk high; streams, reservoirs, or wells low, some water shortages developing or imminent,

Severe Drought (D2) - Crop or pasture losses likely; fire risk very high; water shortages common; water restrictions imposed.

Extreme Drought (D3) - Major crop/pasture losses; extreme fire danger; widespread water shortages or restrictions.

Exceptional Drought (D4) - Exceptional and widespread crop/pasture losses; exceptional fire risk; shortages of water in reservoirs, streams, and wells, creating water emergencies.

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Drought Ingredients