snow drought

This SNOTEL (snow telemetry) map on the USDA website shows the mountain snowpack's water content compared to the average for the same date. (GRAPHIC: Natural Resources Conservation Service, via Northern Rockies News Service)
Apr 6, 2026

Idaho faces historic snow drought with lowest snowpack on record

Idaho is experiencing a historic snow drought with the lowest snowpack on record, signaling potential future challenges for water management in the state.

Dec 22, 2025

Warm weather and low snowpack bedevil Western ski resorts; Idaho’s runs fare slightly better

Unseasonably warm weather leaves western ski resorts short on snow, while the Midwest and Northeast enjoy record December snowfall.


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