Parts Of Oklahoma Are Experiencing An Extreme Drought

It's obvious where Oklahoma has received a good amount of rain recently. And it's tragically evident where there hasn't been much rain at all. Various parts of Oklahoma are currently experiencing an extreme drought due to the lack of moisture in those areas.

With the recent cold front, Oklahoma received a few good rain showers, but not where it was needed the most. Another cold front is expected to move in bringing more scattered showers, and hopefully the linger in the southwest parts of Oklahoma.

Southwest Oklahoma is currently in an extreme drought.

As of Sept. 3, the U.S. Drought Monitor has indicated that southwest Oklahoma is in an extreme drought. This includes the counties of Harmon, Greer, Jackson, Tillman, Kiowa, Caddo, Washita, Custer and Blaine. Other areas of Oklahoma are either experiencing abnormally dry conditions, moderate drought or severe drought. Areas in the panhandle and eastern Oklahoma are not experiencing any type of drought.

According to the Oklahoma Mesonet, areas of southwest Oklahoma have gone over 90 days without a quarter-inch of rainfall, which is "producing devastating impacts on agriculture, and increasing fire danger."

Will it rain soon in Oklahoma?

After the latest cold front that comes through, Oklahoma is not expected to see rain for the next seven to ten days.

There may be an increased chance for rain, according to the NOAA's eight to 14 day extended forecast, which is expecting Oklahoma to see above average chances for precipitation. Here's to hoping that the Farmers' Almanac predication of a brisk and rainy fall for Oklahoma actually comes true.