In a map released on August 27, 2026, the U.S. Drought Monitor reported on drought conditions across Idaho. The data provided in the report was valid as of August 25, 2026.
According to the report, an estimated population of 1,201,006 people is located in drought areas within the state. The report noted that the Drought Monitor focuses on broad-scale conditions, and that local conditions may vary.
The report was authored by Adam Allgood of NOAA/NWS/NCEP/CPC and Curtis Riganti of the National Drought Mitigation Center.
