Drought Information Statement for Central & Southwest Kansas 
Valid March 29, 2026
Issued By: WFO Dodge City
This product will be updated monthly for D2 or D3 and worse drought.  

U.S. Drought Monitor


Drought intensity and Extent

D2 (Severe Drought): D2 drought has developed across the southern portions of
Morton, Stevens, Seward and Meade counties.


Recent Change in Drought Intensity
Four Week Drought Monitor Class Change. 

Drought Improved: None.

 
Drought worsened: Most of southwest Kansas along and south of the Arkansas River has developed D1 drought, with D2 along the Oklahoma state line.


Precipitation

It was drier than average across most of southwest Kansas.


Temperatures

Temperatures were above average across central and southwestern Kansas.



Summary of Impacts

Agricultural Impacts

There are some limited impacts and these will quickly worsen with continued lack of rain.


Hydrologic Impacts 

There are no known impacts at this time.


Fire Hazard Impacts
Fire weather continues to be a concern until spring rains result in greening.

Other Impacts
None.

Mitigation Actions
None reported.


Hydrologic Conditions and Impacts

None.

Seven Day Precipitation Forecast

There are only small chances for rain showers starting Tuesday night, but amounts will be light in most locations.


Long-Range Outlooks

Below average precipitation is forecast for the next few months. Above average temperatures are expected.



Drought Outlook

Small areas of D2 drought will persist and become more widespread.