≈ 55%
Land area in drought (avg.)
Below historical average
Rio Grande flow
Among most drought-prone states
Rank
Historical data
Coming soon
Long-run charts for this indicator are on the way.
Compared to the United States
| Indicator | New Mexico | United States |
|---|---|---|
| Land area in drought (%) | 55 | 25 |
National ranking
New Mexico ranks #29 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
New Mexico's drought stands at ≈ 55%, a key indicator for anyone evaluating drought in the state. Additional figures include rio grande flow: Below historical average, rank: Among most drought-prone states, giving a fuller picture of drought trends across New Mexico. New Mexico faces persistent drought, with much of the state classified in moderate to severe drought conditions in recent years, straining the Rio Grande basin.