Peak Drought Record, 2016 (U.S.)
North AmericaPhysical EnvironmentIntensity of drought conditions on March 1, 2016
U.S. Drought MonitorA map shows drought conditions in the western U S. Cream (Abnormally dry) areas from North Dakota to Arizona. Orange (Moderate) in parts of Montana and Utah. Brown (Extreme) in western Nevada. Dark brown (Exceptional drought) in California.
D0 Abnormally Dry | D1 Drought - Moderate | D2 Drought - Severe | D3 Drought - Extreme | D4 Drought - Exceptional | Class | Rank | Per 100 people | Sea Level to -200 | -201 to -2000 | -2001 to -3000 | -3001 to -4000 | -4001 to -5000 | |
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20.5% | 18.9% | 14.1% | 20.8% | 24.1% | 5.62% | 0.609% | 4.46% | 2.11% | 0.178% |
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