46%
Area in drought
2024 avg
90%
Peak drought (2022)
Historical data
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Long-run charts for this indicator are on the way.
Data table
| Area in drought | 46% | 2024 avg |
| Peak drought (2022) | 90% |
Compared to the United States
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Side-by-side comparison of Texas vs. the U.S. average.
National ranking
Texas ranks #2 of 2 states by area in drought.
| #1 | Florida | 15% |
| #2 | Texas | 46% |
Overview
About 46% of Texas experiences drought conditions in an average year, with severe episodes in West Texas.