Drought — Southern Aitkin, Minnesota

2025-12-01 to 2025-12-31 · Southern Aitkin, Minnesota

Event narrative

D2 Severe Drought conditions persisted across the eastern quarter of southern Aitkin County during the month of December. No changes in drought category were observed over the course of the month. Precipitation for the month was up to 0.25 below normal in this area with the dry pattern extending back into the summer months.

Wider weather episode

D2 Severe Drought conditions persisted across parts of northeastern Minnesota during the month of December. No changes in the drought status occurred over the course of the month. Precipitation for the month was around 0.25 to 0.75 inches below normal in this area with the dry pattern extending back into the summer months.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1306318. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.