precipitation
Coverage of precipitation in the Nexus archive.
- A Record-Warm Winter and Summer Heatwave Are Stoking Montana’s Wildfire Risk
Montana's wildfire risk is increasing due to a record-warm winter and summer heatwave, which are thinning snowpack and altering precipitation timing. Heavy rains in late June initially reduced wildfire threats, but prolonged July heat is now drying vegetation, prompting warnings from scientists about an ending reprieve.
- Eastern Colorado farmers brace for worst wheat harvest since 1965
Eastern Colorado farmers are preparing for the worst wheat harvest since 1965 due to significantly reduced precipitation this year. The region has received only about half of its typical rainfall, leading farmers to make difficult decisions.
- Slightly cooler temperatures, another chance of showers coming to SoCal
Southern California is experiencing a slight cooldown after warm temperatures in the high 60s and 70s, with a chance of light showers expected in Los Angeles County from Saturday night through Sunday morning.
- Rain hits Southern California this week. When will it fall?
Southern California is experiencing rainy weather with slippery conditions and gusty winds this week. Additional precipitation is expected in the northern regions.