Forecast
Late-Season Snow and Freeze Arrive — But Drought Runs Deeper
A late-April storm brings mountain snow and plains freeze risk this week — meaningful, but not nearly enough to dent Colorado's record drought heading into summer.
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Seasonal forecasts through 6 months
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Forecast Validated: Colorado's Fire Season Arrived Early — and the Pattern Isn't Done
Following the weekend system, forecast data indicates a return to above-normal temperatures and below-normal precipitation across most of Colorado through late April and into May.
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Seasonal Forecast Maps — April 2026 | Weather Insider
Welcome to the April 2026 seasonal forecast map pack — your Weather Insider benefit.
Agriculture
Fire Weather Crisis Now — Dry May Taking Shape
The more important story is what comes after: a brief cooldown followed by a return to below-normal precipitation that keeps drought pressure building through May.
Long-Range
Spring and Summer Outdoor Outlook 2026 — Colorado
A warm spring means early high-country access, but rapid snowmelt and fire weather concerns will shape the outdoor season. Here's what to expect through summer.
Agriculture
Spring 2026 Planting Outlook for Colorado
A warm, dry April sets up an unusual spring for Colorado's agricultural producers — favorable for early planting but concerning for soil moisture going into summer.
Forecast
Colorado Snowpack 2025–26: A Below-Normal Season and What It Means This Spring
Colorado's 2025–26 snow season wrapped up well below average statewide, with most mountain ranges running at 50–75% of normal. Combined with a warm spring outlook, early runoff and drought stress are the headline concerns.
Long-Range
Colorado Spring and Summer Outlook — April 2026
A persistently warm spring and summer is favored across Colorado, with a mixed and regionally split precipitation signal through the season.