MODIS Vegetation Indices (NDVI/EVI)
MODIS NDVI/EVI provides 250m-1km global vegetation data from 2000-present — the standard time series for vegetation monitoring.
Format GeoTIFF / HDF4
Coverage Global
Resolution 250m / 500m / 1km
License Free open access (NASA)
Update 16-day composites
Format
GeoTIFF / HDF4
Geometry
Raster (vegetation index)
Coverage
Global
Resolution
250m / 500m / 1km
About this dataset
MODIS 250m-1km global NDVI and EVI vegetation index data from 2000-present with 16-day composites.
MODIS Vegetation Indices (MOD13Q1/MYD13Q1) provide the most widely used satellite vegetation time series. Available at 250m resolution with 16-day composites, including NDVI, EVI, and quality assurance bands since February 2000.
Vegetation monitoring Drought detection Phenology studies
How to download
- 1 Open NASA Earthdata search.
- 2 Search for MOD13Q1 vegetation indices.
- 3 Select area and time range.
- 4 Download GeoTIFF or HDF files.
FAQ
NDVI vs EVI?
NDVI is the classic greenness index. EVI improves sensitivity in high-biomass areas. Both are available from MODIS.
How long is the record?
From February 2000 (Terra) to present — over 24 years of consistent global data.