U.S. Drought Monitor Says More than 80 Percent of Iowa Is Abnormally Dry

U.S. Drought Monitor says more than 80 percent of Iowa is abnormally dry

May recorded an average statewide precipitation of 2.80 inches, falling 20.04 inches below normal.

Drought conditions worsen across Iowa

DNR Release 06/07/25 Drought conditions expanded across the state due to below-normal precipitation in May, according to the latest Water Summary Update. After a drier-than-normal April, May saw decreased rainfall across all regions of the state, resulting in an increase in drought and abnormally dry conditions. While early rain events initially helped maintain stable dry conditions, lower rainfall amounts later in the month resulted in deterior…

Drought conditions expand in Iowa

(Des Moines) Drought conditions expanded across the state due to below-normal precipitation in May, according to the latest Water Summary Update. Following a drier-than-normal April, May experienced decreased rainfall across all regions of the state, leading to an increase in drought and abnormally dry conditions. While early rain events initially helped maintain stable dry conditions, lower rainfall amounts later in the month resulted in deteri…