Drought Information Statement for Central & Southwest Kansas 
Valid July 26, 2024
Issued By: WFO Dodge City
This product will be updated monthly for D2 or D3 and worse drought.  

U.S. Drought Monitor


Drought intensity and Extent

D2 (Severe Drought): There are small pockets of D2 drought, mainly across Grant, Hodgeman,
Ness and Rush counties.


Recent Change in Drought Intensity
Four Week Drought Monitor Class Change. 

Drought Improved: Most of central and southwestern Kansas.

 
No Change: Parts of Hamilton, Kearny, Rush, Ellis and Ness counties.


Precipitation

It was wetter than average across much of southwest Kansas and a little drier than average across parts of central Kansas.



Temperatures

Temperatures were near to slightly below average across central and southwestern Kansas.



Summary of Impacts

Agricultural Impacts

The recent rains have helped the summer and fall crops across central and western Kansas.


Hydrologic Impacts 

There are no known impacts at this time.

Agricultural Impacts
The prospects for summer and fall crops have improved given the recent rains. 

Fire Hazard Impacts
None.

Other Impacts
None.

Mitigation Actions
None reported.


Hydrologic Conditions and Impacts

None.

Seven Day Precipitation Forecast

Mainly dry weather is forecast for the next week. Any thunderstorms will be isolated.


Long-Range Outlooks

Below average precipitation is forecast for August. Above average temperatures are expected for August.


Drought Outlook

Areas of  D1/D2 drought will persist and drought may worsen to D2/D3 in these areas.