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Possible Record Breaking Warmth in the Western U.S.; Elevated to Critical Fire Weather in the Eastern U.S.

Anomalously warm temperatures over the western U.S. today and Wednesday may break or tie current high and warm low records. In the East, dry conditions and gusty winds are bringing elevated fire weather to parts of the Eastern U.S. with critical fire weather in the southern Appalachians. Read More >

Overview

Radar/Photo
GOES-East Geocolor revealing widespread blowing dust across southern Colorado. Courtesy Bill Line (Atmospheric Scientist; NOAA/ NESDIS)

A major storm system moved across the region during the day on December 15th, providing widespread impacts to southern Colorado. Across southern Colorado, extreme winds, high to extreme fire danger, dust storms, heavy mountain snow, and snow squalls were all observed. 

 

Storm Highlights:

  • 107 MPH at Lamar at 844 AM MST

  • 101 MPH at 2 SSW Manitou Springs 1156 AM MST

  • 100 MPH at US Air Force Academy at 1118 AM MST

  • 92 MPH at Colorado Springs Airport at 1254 PM MST

  • 89 MPH at Pueblo Airport at 1016 AM MST

 

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