New drought data shows uneven early-winter gains across the Colorado River Basin, with strong snow in the south but weak snowpack in key western watersheds.
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Early storms eased drought across Arizona and Southern California, but Colorado River reservoirs remain low despite widespread regional improvements.
Heavy storms improved drought in California and parts of the Basin, while warm, dry weather worsened conditions in Wyoming, Montana and the central Plains.
The latest Drought Monitor shows dry conditions across most of the U.S. while storms strengthen in the West. Arizona, Utah, Colorado, and Nevada stay warm and dry.
Heavy rain hit the Northwest, but drought lingers across much of the Colorado River Basin as Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah stay mostly dry.
Autumn rains bring modest drought relief to parts of the Colorado River Basin, though most states remain dry heading into November 2025.