Sustainability Awakening

U.S. Drought Expands as Snowpack Hits Record Lows

February 6, 2026

U.S. Drought Expands Nationwide Snowpack collapse in the West and Florida’s worst dry spell since 2012

37.4% of the contiguous U.S. is now in moderate drought or worse. Up from last week after a warm, dry January

Western states report record-low snow water equivalent. Snowpack is critical for summer water supplies

95% of Rocky Mountain sites are now in snow drought. Colorado and Utah among the hardest hit

Low snow threatens water supply, hydropower, and ski resorts. Impacts will intensify this summer

Florida is experiencing its worst dry spell since 2012. Dryness now stretches statewide

Extreme drought is spreading across the peninsula. Even recent rain hasn’t reversed conditions

Dry conditions raise spring wildfire risks, especially in Florida. Fire danger increases with heat and wind

Without sustained rain or snow, drought impacts will worsen. Water shortages may expand nationwide

Track drought conditions and prepare for water stress.