© European Union, Copernicus Sentinel-2 imagery

Dry Spring Reveals Shrinking Haweswater Reservoir, UK

The UK is experiencing severe drought conditions in 2025, with many catchments recording the lowest spring rainfall in recent history. This Copernicus Sentinel-2 image from 13 May 2025 shows the Haweswater Reservoir in England’s Lake District, which has dropped 30% below typical levels. Ongoing dry and warm weather could further impact water resources, ecosystems, and agriculture in the region.

Learn more at: https://www.copernicus.eu/en/media/image-day-gallery/dry-conditions-uk