Drought Conditions in Canada
Precipitation in Alberta was limited last month, with most areas receiving less than 25% of normal amounts, according to the Lethbridge Herald.
- Southern Alberta experienced an expansion of abnormally dry and moderate drought conditions due to lack of rain.
- Cities such as Banff, Edmonton, Fort McMurray, and Lloydminster saw less than 10% of normal monthly precipitation.
- A new severe drought pocket emerged south of Red Deer.
- A pocket of moderate drought near Medicine Hat was removed in September.
In western Saskatchewan, some areas received less than 40% of normal precipitation, while southeastern areas saw 200% of normal rainfall.
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Author's summary: Drought conditions prevail across Canada, particularly in Alberta and Saskatchewan.
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The Lethbridge Herald — 2025-10-18