Key facts
- NOAA forecasts persistent drought in the West and Mid-Atlantic for June.
- New drought is expected to develop in the Midwest.
- Drought conditions may improve or end in parts of the South and Southwest.
- El Niño is linked to persistent above-normal wind shear in the Atlantic MDR through early July.
NOAA's June drought outlook indicates persistent drought conditions in the Western and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States, with new drought expected to emerge in the Midwest. Concurrently, El Niño is contributing to sustained above-normal wind shear across the Atlantic's Main Development Region (MDR), including the Caribbean, throughout June and into early July. While periods of less hostile conditions are anticipated, the overall outlook suggests ongoing challenges for these areas, which can significantly impact agriculture, water resources, and energy production.