Drought conditions continue to worsen in Iowa with 54% of the state now experiencing drought conditions. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, 7.62% of Iowa is in severe drought, almost 30% is in moderate drought, and 54% is abnormally dry. Most of the drought areas are in the western half of Iowa, with the severe drought centered in Guthrie and Greene Counties.

At this time last year, only 11.23% of Iowa was abnormally dry. Hot and humid conditions are expected this weekend in the KCII-listening area, with a chance for showers and storms Sunday into Monday. Listen to KCII for weather updates.