COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released its winter outlook Thursday, and snowfall in Colorado may be higher than normal.
According to NOAA, a typical forecast would bring Colorado drier-than-normal conditions and bring states to the south wetter conditions. However, the strong El Niño that is forecast this year will bring 100% to 135% of normal snowfall in the southeastern parts of the state. The temperatures are supposed to stay near normal, according to NOAA.
That would include Colorado Springs, Pueblo and the Eastern Plains. NOAA also predicted the state would see near-normal temperatures mixed with a snowier season; that increased participation would help bring some drought relief…