Potential flash drought in the Upper Midwest@NOAA’s @NWSCPC shows rapid onset drought risk for parts of MN, IA, WI, and IL between June 5-11.

The map also shows extreme heat moving into the region, which can be a factor in flash drought development. https://t.co/mljsjQE3B9 pic.twitter.com/tNRWYf9KqI

— NIDIS Drought.gov (@NOAADrought) May 29, 2026