Yemen Agrometeorological Update: Food Security and Early Warning Information System (01 – 31 July 2026) [EN/AR]

Please refer to the attached files.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Precipitation: Rainfall across Yemen remained generally low and erratic in July 2026, reaching its lowest level in five years. However, localized storms over the Southern Uplands triggered flash floods.
• Rainfall anomalies: Much of Yemen experienced below-average rainfall compared with the 30-year climatological average. Localized rainfall surpluses were recorded in Hajjah and Ibb, while meteorological drought conditions affected several parts of the country.
• Temperature: Coastal, eastern plateau, and desert areas remained hot, with temperatures ranging from 35°C to 40°C. These conditions increased evapotranspiration and rapidly depleted already limited soil moisture. Highland areas remained comparatively cooler, with temperatures between 15°C and 20°C.
• Vegetation conditions: Approximately 64% of cultivated areas remained under fair-to-good vegetation conditions, while nearly 10% experienced severe stress, particularly in the Central Highlands and Southern Uplands. Vegetation conditions remained stable across 84% of cultivated areas; 9% showed improvement, while 7% experienced deterioration, particularly in the Central Highlands.
• Crop conditions: Mild water stress, reflected by ASI values of 25–40%, affected mainly Al Bayda, Raymah, and Sana’a. This stress was likely driven by rainfall deficits and elevated temperatures during July 2026.
• Impacts on agricultural livelihoods and food security: Rainfall deficits and high temperatures increased stress on crops, livestock, and water resources. Significant areas cultivated with sorghum and millet were under watch conditions, while pasture and water availability continued to decline. At the same time, localized heavy rainfall triggered flash floods, affecting communities and agricultural livelihoods.