BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – Drought conditions are expanding across Vermont after a stretch of below-normal rainfall in much of the region.
The latest U.S. Drought Monitor shows 32% of Vermont in moderate drought, up from 14% one week earlier. In New Hampshire, the area in moderate drought grew from 33% to 40% over the same period.
One week ago versus now(Gunnar Consol)
Over the past 90 days, parts of Vermont have received around 50% to 75% of their normal rainfall. Some areas farther north have been closer to normal.
Last 90 Days(Gunnar Consol)
Drought conditions have varied across Vermont over the past year, with the latest expansion following a stretch of improvement during the summer.
Last year(Gunnar Consol)
The latest update shows a growing portion of Vermont experiencing moderate drought. You can track changing conditions with the Channel 3 First Alert Weather team on-air and online. Stay connected with our free mobile weather app for local forecasts and live radar wherever you travel across the region.
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