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Western Colorado Faces Historic Drought, Hot Fall Ahead

9/1/2025

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Western Colorado is experiencing severe drought, with recent rainfall insufficient for long-term relief.
Climatologist Allie Mazurek reports this summer has been one of the driest in 131 years.
The Climate Prediction Center predicts above-normal temperatures and below-normal precipitation for fall, exacerbating drought.
Grand Junction and Denver may experience temperatures reaching the 90s again.

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Story summary

Western Colorado is experiencing severe drought, with recent rainfall insufficient for long-term relief.
Climatologist Allie Mazurek reports this summer has been one of the driest in 131 years.
The Climate Prediction Center predicts above-normal temperatures and below-normal precipitation for fall, exacerbating drought.
Grand Junction and Denver may experience temperatures reaching the 90s again.