Drought Risk in Hawaii
All Hawaii counties ranked by FEMA National Risk Index drought score
Drought risk — extended dry periods that stress water supplies and agriculture — is rated for 4 of 5 Hawaii counties in FEMA's National Risk Index. Hawaii County carries the state's highest drought score at 27.6, with $16K in expected annual drought losses.
No Hawaii county reaches the High band for drought, and expected annual losses from drought total roughly $37K statewide. The full ranking below links to each county's complete 18-hazard risk profile.
County Rankings — Drought
| # | County | Drought Score | Rating | Ann. Freq. | Ann. Loss |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hawaii County | Very Low | 39.30 / yr | $16K | |
| 2 | Kauai County | Very Low | 4.18 / yr | $18K | |
| 3 | Maui County | Very Low | 44.81 / yr | $3K | |
| 4 | Honolulu County | Very Low | 1.96 / yr | $147 |
4 Hawaii counties with measurable drought risk. See the national drought ranking or all Hawaii counties by overall risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Hawaii county has the highest drought risk?
Hawaii County has the highest FEMA drought risk score in Hawaii at 27.6 (Very Low), with $16K in expected annual losses and about 39.30 events per year.
How many Hawaii counties face significant drought risk?
4 Hawaii counties record measurable drought risk in FEMA's National Risk Index; 0 of them are rated High or Very High.