Colorado Climate Center
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Climate monitoring, climate research, and climate services for Colorado.
Based at the Department of Atmospheric Science, Colorado State University. https://climate.colostate.edu
Based at the Department of Atmospheric Science, Colorado State University. https://climate.colostate.edu
January brought more warm conditions across Colorado, and the mountain snowpack is at its lowest levels in decades. Water Year 2026 is off to the warmest start of any water year on record for Colorado, by a large margin.
To read more cheery climate details, here's the link to our January summary!
To read more cheery climate details, here's the link to our January summary!
CO Monthly Climate Summary
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February 10, 2026 at 8:57 PM
January brought more warm conditions across Colorado, and the mountain snowpack is at its lowest levels in decades. Water Year 2026 is off to the warmest start of any water year on record for Colorado, by a large margin.
To read more cheery climate details, here's the link to our January summary!
To read more cheery climate details, here's the link to our January summary!
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Colorado has its lowest snowpack on record, but official records date back only to 1987.
It's likely that snowpack was actually worse in both the 1976-77 and 1980-81 winters, per analysis from @climate.colostate.edu's @rschumacher.cloud.
Great insight here:
climate.colostate.edu/blog/index.p...
It's likely that snowpack was actually worse in both the 1976-77 and 1980-81 winters, per analysis from @climate.colostate.edu's @rschumacher.cloud.
Great insight here:
climate.colostate.edu/blog/index.p...
February 9, 2026 at 11:21 PM
Colorado has its lowest snowpack on record, but official records date back only to 1987.
It's likely that snowpack was actually worse in both the 1976-77 and 1980-81 winters, per analysis from @climate.colostate.edu's @rschumacher.cloud.
Great insight here:
climate.colostate.edu/blog/index.p...
It's likely that snowpack was actually worse in both the 1976-77 and 1980-81 winters, per analysis from @climate.colostate.edu's @rschumacher.cloud.
Great insight here:
climate.colostate.edu/blog/index.p...
The mountain snowpack so far this winter is in bad shape. Long-time Coloradans might remember two other terrible winters for snow: 1976-77 and 1980-81. Our latest blog post takes a look at how this year compares to those snow droughts of the past. #cowx
How does this year compare to the snow droughts of the past? - Colorado Climate Blog
Colorado’s mountain snowpack is in bad shape this year. It’s been extremely warm, and snowstorms have been few and far between. Based on data from the SNOTEL network, the amount of water stored in the...
climate.colostate.edu
February 9, 2026 at 4:07 PM
The mountain snowpack so far this winter is in bad shape. Long-time Coloradans might remember two other terrible winters for snow: 1976-77 and 1980-81. Our latest blog post takes a look at how this year compares to those snow droughts of the past. #cowx
last week, engagement climatologist Allie Mazurek fielded questions about temperature and snow from 3rd graders in Golden - including one real stumper! Read more in this summary from @cprnews.bsky.social #cowx
Wondering about this mild winter? Third-graders get the answers from a meteorologist.
A few fun facts about the rest of the snowy season: This winter, we’re likely to get less snow than last year. Last December was the warmest of
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February 3, 2026 at 5:33 PM
last week, engagement climatologist Allie Mazurek fielded questions about temperature and snow from 3rd graders in Golden - including one real stumper! Read more in this summary from @cprnews.bsky.social #cowx
“We’re far enough into the winter that it starts to become difficult to dig out of these deficits,” (Assistant State Climatologist Peter) Goble said. “It’d take a big year to get us back to normal”
from @coloradosun.com #cowx
from @coloradosun.com #cowx
Series of big storms needed to make up huge snow supply gap, Colorado water experts say
There’s still winter left, but Colorado experts say the state needs some mega snowstorms to reach an average snowpack and water supply.
coloradosun.com
January 21, 2026 at 4:40 PM
“We’re far enough into the winter that it starts to become difficult to dig out of these deficits,” (Assistant State Climatologist Peter) Goble said. “It’d take a big year to get us back to normal”
from @coloradosun.com #cowx
from @coloradosun.com #cowx
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The first half of meteorological winter was record warm for an extraordinary swath of the West, from Las Vegas to Denver, Salt Lake City to Seattle and Phoenix to Portland. The anomalously temperatures are fueling a snow drought, concerning scientists.
www.sfchronicle.com/weather/arti...
www.sfchronicle.com/weather/arti...
January 16, 2026 at 4:21 PM
The first half of meteorological winter was record warm for an extraordinary swath of the West, from Las Vegas to Denver, Salt Lake City to Seattle and Phoenix to Portland. The anomalously temperatures are fueling a snow drought, concerning scientists.
www.sfchronicle.com/weather/arti...
www.sfchronicle.com/weather/arti...
Exceptional. Record-smashing. Disturbingly warm. December 2025 was one for the record books in Colorado.
🌡️ Warmest December
🌡️ >1000 daily high temperature records
🌡️ Warmest October thru December by far
🌡️ 4th-warmest year
Read more in our monthly summary: climate.colostate.edu/monthly_summ...
🌡️ Warmest December
🌡️ >1000 daily high temperature records
🌡️ Warmest October thru December by far
🌡️ 4th-warmest year
Read more in our monthly summary: climate.colostate.edu/monthly_summ...
January 13, 2026 at 11:40 PM
Exceptional. Record-smashing. Disturbingly warm. December 2025 was one for the record books in Colorado.
🌡️ Warmest December
🌡️ >1000 daily high temperature records
🌡️ Warmest October thru December by far
🌡️ 4th-warmest year
Read more in our monthly summary: climate.colostate.edu/monthly_summ...
🌡️ Warmest December
🌡️ >1000 daily high temperature records
🌡️ Warmest October thru December by far
🌡️ 4th-warmest year
Read more in our monthly summary: climate.colostate.edu/monthly_summ...
the Marshall Fire, four years ago today
December 30, 2021:
A devastating wildfire ravaged Boulder County, Colorado.
Abundant drought conditions & winds over 70-100 mph field the flames that eventually burned over 6,000 acres. Close to 1,100 structures were destroyed, and two people were killed.
A devastating wildfire ravaged Boulder County, Colorado.
Abundant drought conditions & winds over 70-100 mph field the flames that eventually burned over 6,000 acres. Close to 1,100 structures were destroyed, and two people were killed.
December 30, 2025 at 6:11 PM
the Marshall Fire, four years ago today
“The winter of 1976-77 is generally thought to be the worst snow year in our mountains but the SNOTEL network wasn’t built out yet at that point, so it’s hard to make direct comparisons...But the fact that we’re even in the same conversation with that winter is not good news.” (Summit Daily)
A not-so-white Christmas: Colorado mountain towns saw rain, record-high temperatures and record-low snowpack
Across Colorado, this Christmas holiday was not particularly white, as many mountain towns saw small amounts of rain, record-high temperatures and a record-low snowpack. As of Dec. 25, Colorado’s stat...
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December 29, 2025 at 5:25 PM
“The winter of 1976-77 is generally thought to be the worst snow year in our mountains but the SNOTEL network wasn’t built out yet at that point, so it’s hard to make direct comparisons...But the fact that we’re even in the same conversation with that winter is not good news.” (Summit Daily)
It hasn't been cold this December, but 3 years ago it got cold in a hurry. Do you remember the cold front on December 21, 2022? It was extreme in all kinds of ways, which you can read about in this blog post.
Among the highlights: the temperature dropped almost 25°F in ten seconds in Akron! #cowx
Among the highlights: the temperature dropped almost 25°F in ten seconds in Akron! #cowx
A look back at the "big chill" from three years ago - Colorado Climate Blog
There hasn’t been much cold weather to speak of so far this winter in Colorado. [In case you missed it, here’s last week’s post with a look at those numbers, which are pretty bleak if you like winter....
climate.colostate.edu
December 23, 2025 at 4:30 PM
It hasn't been cold this December, but 3 years ago it got cold in a hurry. Do you remember the cold front on December 21, 2022? It was extreme in all kinds of ways, which you can read about in this blog post.
Among the highlights: the temperature dropped almost 25°F in ten seconds in Akron! #cowx
Among the highlights: the temperature dropped almost 25°F in ten seconds in Akron! #cowx
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New blog post: Where is the snow? A look at the warm, dry weather and what to expect for the start of 2026. #cowx
Where is the snow? A look at the warm, dry weather and what to expect for the start of 2026 - Colorado Climate Blog
The past several weeks have felt more like an extension of fall rather than the beginning of winter in Colorado. While the warmth has been a welcome reprieve to the winter-loathers, it has been accomp...
climate.colostate.edu
December 22, 2025 at 4:27 PM
New blog post: Where is the snow? A look at the warm, dry weather and what to expect for the start of 2026. #cowx
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Wildfires can spread quickly — by the time one is nearby, you may not have much time. Have an evacuation plan, and prepare an emergency supply kit ahead of time. Listen to local officials for emergency information and any evacuation orders.
December 19, 2025 at 12:16 PM
Wildfires can spread quickly — by the time one is nearby, you may not have much time. Have an evacuation plan, and prepare an emergency supply kit ahead of time. Listen to local officials for emergency information and any evacuation orders.
Very strong winds and extremely dry conditions are expected across the Front Range tomorrow (Dec. 19). Critical fire weather conditions will be in place, with the greatest risk over parts of Boulder and Jefferson counties.
Key messages below from NWS Boulder. Stay safe and weather aware! #cowx
Key messages below from NWS Boulder. Stay safe and weather aware! #cowx
December 19, 2025 at 12:55 AM
Very strong winds and extremely dry conditions are expected across the Front Range tomorrow (Dec. 19). Critical fire weather conditions will be in place, with the greatest risk over parts of Boulder and Jefferson counties.
Key messages below from NWS Boulder. Stay safe and weather aware! #cowx
Key messages below from NWS Boulder. Stay safe and weather aware! #cowx
Extreme winds were observed across eastern Colorado yesterday, with numerous wildfires growing quickly in Yuma County last night. The strongest winds were in the foothills, with several reports of gusts over 100mph. But the >80mph gusts on the eastern plains are perhaps even more unusual. #cowx
December 18, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Extreme winds were observed across eastern Colorado yesterday, with numerous wildfires growing quickly in Yuma County last night. The strongest winds were in the foothills, with several reports of gusts over 100mph. But the >80mph gusts on the eastern plains are perhaps even more unusual. #cowx
Key messages from NWS Boulder's briefing on the upcoming high winds along the Front Range. Available at: www.weather.gov/media/bou/Ds... #cowx
December 16, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Key messages from NWS Boulder's briefing on the upcoming high winds along the Front Range. Available at: www.weather.gov/media/bou/Ds... #cowx
November was the 3rd-warmest on record for Colorado: 7.5°F above the 20th century average for the month. And much of the state was dry, with little snow in either the mountains or at lower elevations.
Read more in our November monthly climate summary: climate.colostate.edu/monthly_summ... #cowx
Read more in our November monthly climate summary: climate.colostate.edu/monthly_summ... #cowx
December 12, 2025 at 3:55 PM
November was the 3rd-warmest on record for Colorado: 7.5°F above the 20th century average for the month. And much of the state was dry, with little snow in either the mountains or at lower elevations.
Read more in our November monthly climate summary: climate.colostate.edu/monthly_summ... #cowx
Read more in our November monthly climate summary: climate.colostate.edu/monthly_summ... #cowx
High Wind Warning across much of northern Colorado today. There have already been reports of 70-90mph gusts in the foothills and mountains. #cowx
BOU upgrades High Wind Watch to High Wind Warning for Boulder And Jefferson Counties Below 6000 Feet/West Broomfield County, Larimer County Below 6000 Feet/Northwest Weld County, Northeast Weld County [CO] till Dec 10, 12:00 AM MST Link
December 9, 2025 at 12:50 PM
High Wind Warning across much of northern Colorado today. There have already been reports of 70-90mph gusts in the foothills and mountains. #cowx
Yesterday, we hosted a meeting for partners and stakeholders of CoAgMET, Colorado's Mesonet. We shared the latest updates and plans, heard ideas for how to make the network even better, and visited the unique station setup on the roof of the Hydro building at the CSU Spur campus in Denver.
November 20, 2025 at 7:44 PM
Yesterday, we hosted a meeting for partners and stakeholders of CoAgMET, Colorado's Mesonet. We shared the latest updates and plans, heard ideas for how to make the network even better, and visited the unique station setup on the roof of the Hydro building at the CSU Spur campus in Denver.
"...we still have a long winter ahead, and it looks like this week, we'll have a storm come in that will finally bring some moisture to the Front Range and Eastern Plains." #cowx
www.kunc.org/news/2025-11...
www.kunc.org/news/2025-11...
Chance of winter weather could end a dry spell for the Front Range and add to the state’s snowpack
It's been a quiet fall across Colorado with little to no moisture in many places. That could soon change with increased chances of winter weather.
www.kunc.org
November 20, 2025 at 7:35 PM
"...we still have a long winter ahead, and it looks like this week, we'll have a storm come in that will finally bring some moisture to the Front Range and Eastern Plains." #cowx
www.kunc.org/news/2025-11...
www.kunc.org/news/2025-11...
If all this warm and dry November weather has you thinking back to October when there was quite a bit more happening, our monthly summary is for you. Including the big southwest rainstorm and flood, a lack of mountain snow, and more warmth on the Plains:
climate.colostate.edu/monthly_summ... #cowx
climate.colostate.edu/monthly_summ... #cowx
November 13, 2025 at 11:03 PM
If all this warm and dry November weather has you thinking back to October when there was quite a bit more happening, our monthly summary is for you. Including the big southwest rainstorm and flood, a lack of mountain snow, and more warmth on the Plains:
climate.colostate.edu/monthly_summ... #cowx
climate.colostate.edu/monthly_summ... #cowx
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The sun is bringing the beauty both night and day this week with overnight Aurora's followed by a spectacular sunrise with morning's first light splashing on the underside of a cloud deck over Colorado.
November 12, 2025 at 2:52 PM
The sun is bringing the beauty both night and day this week with overnight Aurora's followed by a spectacular sunrise with morning's first light splashing on the underside of a cloud deck over Colorado.
We hope you've been looking up tonight! Here's our view from Fort Collins a little earlier 🌌
November 12, 2025 at 3:50 AM
We hope you've been looking up tonight! Here's our view from Fort Collins a little earlier 🌌
Water Year 2025 was the 10th warmest on record for Colorado and featured drought, fires, floods, and even a record-setting snowstorm. We recap all that and more in our Colorado Water Year 2025 Summary! ⬇️
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November 10, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Water Year 2025 was the 10th warmest on record for Colorado and featured drought, fires, floods, and even a record-setting snowstorm. We recap all that and more in our Colorado Water Year 2025 Summary! ⬇️
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Big temperature swings this week!
Loop: Map showing the forecast high (max) temperature departure from normal Today - Sunday.
🟦Much BELOW normal temperatures
🟥Much ABOVE normal temperatures
weather.gov
Loop: Map showing the forecast high (max) temperature departure from normal Today - Sunday.
🟦Much BELOW normal temperatures
🟥Much ABOVE normal temperatures
weather.gov
November 10, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Big temperature swings this week!
Loop: Map showing the forecast high (max) temperature departure from normal Today - Sunday.
🟦Much BELOW normal temperatures
🟥Much ABOVE normal temperatures
weather.gov
Loop: Map showing the forecast high (max) temperature departure from normal Today - Sunday.
🟦Much BELOW normal temperatures
🟥Much ABOVE normal temperatures
weather.gov