California is free of drought conditions for the first time in 25 years |
The latest U.S. Drought Monitor map, from Jan. 6, 2026, shows the entire state of California is free of drought conditions.
California’s rainy start to 2026 has led to wet conditions pushing the state to break a 25-year record, according to the latest federal and state data.
The U.S. Drought Monitor map released Thursday, based on data valid as of Jan. 6, shows 100% of California classified as free of drought conditions, with no areas listed as abnormally dry or experiencing moderate, severe, extreme or exceptional drought.
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The last time the state reached that threshold was about 25 years ago........