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WFP Haiti Seasonal Monitoring March & April 2026
By World Food Programme at ReliefWeb
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
. HIGHLIGHTS • Strong Hydrological Recovery: Haiti experienced a rapid transition from drought to widespread wet conditions in March 2026, with intense rainfall surpluses (>130–200%) fully restoring soil moisture and water resources and driving a peak in hydrological conditions. • April Stabiliza
Key takeaway HIGHLIGHTS • Strong Hydrological Recovery: Haiti experienced a rapid transition from drought to widespread wet conditions in March 2026, with intense rainfall surpluses (>130–200%) fully restoring soil moisture and water resources and driving a peak in hydrological conditions.
Why this matters
The rapid shift from drought to heavy rainfall in Haiti has significant implications for the country's water resources and agricultural sector. The strong hydrological recovery in March 2026, with rainfall surpluses exceeding 130-200%, has fully restored soil moisture and water resources, driving a peak in hydrological conditions. However, the stabilization and early drying trend in April, coupled with rising land surface temperatures, may lead to emerging heat stress conditions and increased evapotranspiration. While vegetation recovery has been strong and sustained, supported by the March moisture surpluses, forecasts suggesting below-normal rainfall and continued warming for May-July point to potential risks of soil moisture depletion, crop stress, and pressure on water resources in vulnerable regions. This highlights the need for continued monitoring and support for agricultural and water management efforts in Haiti, particularly in areas prone to drought and heat stress, to mitigate potential humanitarian impacts.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
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What is this story about? . HIGHLIGHTS • Strong Hydrological Recovery: Haiti experienced a rapid transition from drought to widespread wet conditions in March 2026, with intense rainfall surpluses (>130–200%) fully restoring soil moisture and water resources and driving a peak in hydrological conditions. • April Stabiliza
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