More accurate rainfall information can tell us where and when devastating droughts may occur.

Measure rain, hail, and snow

 CoCoRaHS volunteers record and share local precipitation & condition reports. This information can be used for your farm management, community planning, and to better predict severe drought.  

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VIEW DAILY MAPS

It's easy to get started with humorous CoCoRaHS training videos and classroom handouts.

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Report drought impacts

The NDMC collects reports from individuals and the news media about drought impacts in their area.  Regular reports (monthly or quarterly) and repeat photography tell a powerful story about what impacts mattered and can be used by the Drought Monitor authors.

Submit a Drought Report

View the Impact Reporter

Check out more cool tools for drought monitors.