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Southeast Arizona Drought Page
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| Local Drought Information Statement (DGT) is issued once a month when portions of southeast Arizona |
| are in Extreme (D3) or Exceptional (D4) drought per the U.S. Drought Monitor Map below. |
| The latest DGT was issued on October 19, 2025 |
| Drought Information Statement Page |
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U.S. Drought Monitor
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Long Term Drought Status
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| The categories of drought are defined as the following: |
| Abnormally Dry (DO) - Going into drought: short-term dryness slowing planting, growth of crops or pastures. Coming out of drought: some lingering water deficits; pastures or crops not fully recovered. |
| Moderate Drought (D1) - Some damage to crops; pastures. Streams, reservoirs, or wells low, some water shortages developing or imminent. Voluntary water-use restrictions requested. |
| Severe Drought (D2) - Crop or pasture losses likely. Water shortages common. Water restrictions imposed. |
| Extreme Drought (D3) - Major crop/pasture losses. Widespread water shortages or restrictions. |
| Exceptional Drought (D4) - Exceptional and widespread crop/pasture losses. Shortages of water in reservoirs, streams, and wells creating water emergencies. |
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U.S. Monthly Drought Outlook
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U.S. Seasonal Drought Outlook
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| Useful links: |
| U.S. Drought Monitor |
| Arizona Droughtview |
| Arizona Department of Water Resources |
| U.S. Drought Portal (NIDIS) |
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Fire weather impacts
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| Observed Fire Danger Class |
Forecast Fire Danger Class |
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| Outlooks |
| Current month fire potential |
1 month fire potential |
2 month fire potential |
3 month fire potential |
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