Antigua is expected to experience worsening drought conditions over the coming months, with the Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service warning that drought emergencies are likely across much of the island through November.
According to the July 2026 Monthly Drought Bulletin, Antigua recorded below-normal rainfall of 40.4 millimetres (1.59 inches) in June. The bulletin also noted seven wet days and a 14-day dry spell at V.C. Bird International Airport during the month.
Meteorologists said rainfall over the past 30 days left the island slightly dry overall. However, conditions over longer periods were more severe. From April through June, northern Antigua experienced extremely dry conditions, while the remainder of the island was moderately dry. Over the six-month period from January through June, eastern sections were classified as extremely dry , with the rest of the island experiencing severely dry conditions.
The bulletin forecasts a drought emergency for northern Antigua by the end of August, with drought warnings expected elsewhere on the island.
By the end of October, forecasters expect drought emergency conditions across the entire island for the six-month outlook.
The long-term outlook is also concerning, with the bulletin projecting a drought emergency islandwide by the end of November based on 12-month rainfall projections.
The Meteorological Service urged authorities and the public to continue drought preparedness measures, including implementing water management plans, enforcing water restrictions and recycling, protecting water resources, repairing infrastructure and reporting drought impacts.
The bulletin noted that insufficient data prevented a full drought assessment for Barbuda, although available rainfall estimates suggest conditions there are similar to those in Antigua.
This article was originally published by Antigua News Room. Read the original article here: Antigua Faces Worsening Drought Conditions Through November.
