Low to moderate
Drought risk
Historical data
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Compared to the United States
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Side-by-side comparison of Louisiana vs. the U.S. average.
National ranking
Louisiana ranks #3 of 32 states by share of area in drought.
| #1 | Kentucky | 0 |
| #2 | Utah | 0 |
| #3 | Louisiana | 0 |
| #4 | Indiana | 5% |
| #5 | South Dakota | 7 |
| #6 | Ohio | 8% |
| #7 | New Hampshire | 8% |
| #8 | Michigan | 8% |
| #9 | Tennessee | 8% |
| #10 | Missouri | 8% |
| #11 | Massachusetts | 10% |
| #12 | New Jersey | 10% |
| #13 | Virginia | 10% |
| #14 | Wisconsin | 10% |
| #15 | Washington | 10% |
| #16 | Maine | 12% |
| #17 | North Carolina | 12% |
| #18 | Illinois | 14% |
| #19 | Florida | 15% |
| #20 | Minnesota | 15% |
| #21 | Georgia | 15% |
| #22 | Wyoming | 18 |
| #23 | Colorado | 25% |
| #24 | Oregon | 35% |
| #25 | Vermont | 40% |
| #26 | Montana | 45% |
| #27 | Alaska | 45% |
| #28 | Texas | 46% |
| #29 | New Mexico | 55% |
| #30 | Arizona | 60% |
| #31 | Delaware | 1,150 |
| #32 | Rhode Island | 1,220 |
Overview
Explore Louisiana's drought statistics, featuring a Drought risk of Low to moderate. Drought is a less prominent risk in humid Louisiana than in Western states, though periodic dry spells affect agriculture in the north. This data offers valuable insight into Louisiana's drought trends for residents, researchers, and businesses evaluating Louisiana.