≈ 15%
Share of state in drought (2023 avg)
Historical data
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Compared to the United States
| Indicator | Minnesota | United States |
|---|---|---|
| Drought share (%) | 15 | 30 |
National ranking
Minnesota ranks #20 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
Minnesota experiences periodic drought, particularly in its northern and western agricultural regions, though less severe than in the western U.S. Key figures for Minnesota include Share of state in drought (2023 avg) of ≈ 15%, offering a clear snapshot of drought in the state. Understanding drought helps residents, businesses and policymakers compare Minnesota to national and regional benchmarks.