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Montgomery County in Official Drought as of Mid-May 2026

DEP May 15, 2026
Montgomery County is officially in a drought as of mid-May 2026, with Drought.gov confirming countywide dry conditions. The Potomac River is running below normal levels and crops are under stress. DEP is advising residents and businesses to conserve water through measures such as reducing shower length, fixing leaks, and avoiding hosing down driveways.
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Source: My Green Montgomery, “Lanternflies, Drought Hacks, and Food Scraps: Your Smarter-Home Survival Guide”, received May 15, 2026.

Links in this alert

DEP Water Conservation Tips
www.montgomerycountymd.gov

Key dates

2026-05-15
effective — Drought conditions officially in effect countywide as of mid-May 2026

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