A look back at the “big chill” from three years ago
Russ Schumacher There hasn’t been much cold weather to speak of so far this winter in Colorado. But do you remember what happened at this time in December of 2022? If you’re…
Mid-August Colorado drought update: exceptional drought returns to the state for the first time since 2023
Allie Mazurek The latest US Drought Monitor (released August 14) highlights big changes to the current drought situation in western Colorado, including the introduction of “exceptional” or “D4” conditions to some locations.…
Colorado’s peak flash flood season
It’s been called the “summer of flash flooding” in the US. The worst was the tragic flooding in Texas Hill Country on July 4, which took over 135 lives. But…
A heatwave in winter? Early February featured record-breaking warmth
While the last few days have been cold and snowy (with more on the way!), early February brought widespread heat across the state, including the Front Range, West Slope, and…
How has Front Range snowstorm forecasting advanced since March 2003?
For those who were on Colorado’s Front Range in 2003, the epic snowstorm in mid-March likely still holds a place in your memory. This was the biggest snowstorm on record…
Where to go for snowfall information
Becky Bolinger You watched the news this morning, and the meteorologist told you snow is coming this weekend. Conversations at the coffee shop and the break room at work center around the…
Understanding and Predicting Our Precious Western Colorado Water Supply
Peter Goble The Colorado River is the lifeblood of the desert southwestern United States. Its water is used by a population of over 40 million people, is an important source of hydropower,…