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California Snowpack at 71% of Seasonal Average Despite Storms

1/5/2026

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California's snowpack is at 71% of the seasonal average, despite recent atmospheric river storms.
The Department of Water Resources reported a snow depth of 24 inches and a snow water content of 5 inches.
Northern California's snowpack is 51% of average.
Southern California's snowpack is 94% of average.

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Story summary

California's snowpack is at 71% of the seasonal average, despite recent atmospheric river storms.
The Department of Water Resources reported a snow depth of 24 inches and a snow water content of 5 inches.
Northern California's snowpack is 51% of average.
Southern California's snowpack is 94% of average.