"California's winter was characterized by a mild and drier season, with snowpack at just 18 percent of average by April 1, marking one of the lowest on record."
"The Pacific Northwest experienced a significant miss, with Washington's snowpack at 52 percent of normal and Oregon recording its lowest April 1 snowpack ever, leading to drought declarations."
The winter 2025-26 forecast predicted a split season across the U.S. California experienced a mild, dry winter with low snowpack levels, matching expectations. In contrast, the Pacific Northwest saw a significant miss, with low snow levels and drought conditions due to warm storms. The Rockies also faced challenges, with conditions not aligning with forecasts. Overall, while some regions met expectations, others, particularly the Northwest, struggled with adverse weather impacts.
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