The California and National Drought Summary for May 26, 2026 reports that 60% of California is abnormally dry, with no week-over-week decrease. - 60% of California is abnormally dry, unchanged from the previous week.
- The West experienced much above-normal temperatures, while the East saw heavy rainfall. - Reservoir conditions in California remain good, but dry weather persists.
- Longer-term drought impacts on groundwater and reservoirs continue despite short-term improvements elsewhere. The summary highlights the ongoing drought conditions in California, with no immediate relief in sight.