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Unseasonably Warm December Threatens Colorado's White Christmas

12/23/2025

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Colorado's mountain regions are unusually warm in December, with temperatures 15–25 degrees above average.
Forecasters warn this could spoil a white Christmas, though some snow may arrive before Christmas Day.
Snow is expected to range from 2–12 inches from Dec 25–28, mainly in northern and southern areas.
Statewide snowpack sits at 57% of the 30-year median.
Climate Central links warmer temperatures to human-caused climate change.

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Story summary

Colorado's mountain regions are unusually warm in December, with temperatures 15–25 degrees above average.
Forecasters warn this could spoil a white Christmas, though some snow may arrive before Christmas Day.
Snow is expected to range from 2–12 inches from Dec 25–28, mainly in northern and southern areas.
Statewide snowpack sits at 57% of the 30-year median.
Climate Central links warmer temperatures to human-caused climate change.