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Colorado's 2025: Hottest Year Amid Improving Drought Conditions

12/2/2025

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Colorado's 2025 water year was the 10th hottest on record since 1895.
At the start of 2025, Western Colorado was drought-free, while the Eastern Plains faced moderate to severe drought.
A record-breaking snowstorm in November 2024 provided temporary relief.
As of November 18, 2025, statewide drought conditions had improved, though much of Colorado remained dry.
Rain and snow showers in the coming week may offer further relief.

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Story summary

Colorado's 2025 water year was the 10th hottest on record since 1895.
At the start of 2025, Western Colorado was drought-free, while the Eastern Plains faced moderate to severe drought.
A record-breaking snowstorm in November 2024 provided temporary relief.
As of November 18, 2025, statewide drought conditions had improved, though much of Colorado remained dry.
Rain and snow showers in the coming week may offer further relief.