rain - The Journal

July rain helps drought in Cortez, though this year’s rainfall still below normal

Above-average rainfall for July, but Cortez received 3.54 inches in 2026 versus 6.20 inches normally

DATE: Aug 8, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Cortez and surrounding areas see freeze warning and small chances of precipitation

NWS advises residents to protect sensitive crops and outdoor plumbing

DATE: Apr 30, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Spring storms forecast to wet Southwest Colorado this weekend, early next week

Two systems will bring rain, snow and the possibility of lightning

DATE: Apr 10, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango flirts with record warm temperatures Christmas Day

More precipitation – not necessarily snow – due in coming weeks

DATE: Dec 25, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Steady rain is on its way. Here’s what to expect

Forecasters say it’s not a catastrophic event, but flooding, debris and slick roads are possible through Saturday

DATE: Oct 9, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Rain returns to Southwest Colorado

Monsoonal moisture shows up behind schedule; is it enough to decrease fire danger?

DATE: Aug 25, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Weekend showers to give way to tranquil weather in Montezuma County

Rain, snow expected in Cortez; San Juan Mountains could receive accumulation

DATE: Apr 17, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

First snow dusting arrives, courtesy of cooler temps and Tropical Storm Illeana

Early weather models show precipitation drying up heading into fall

DATE: Sep 17, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Sunday showers cause mudslide on U.S. Highway 550

Colorado Department of Transportation deemed it a minor slide

DATE: Aug 25, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Weekend showers bump Durango to above-average precipitation for the month

Drought conditions in Southwest Colorado trending in positive direction

DATE: Aug 11, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Sunday rainstorms in Durango cause mudslide

Moisture expected to stay in Southwest Colorado throughout the week

DATE: Jul 21, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Rockslide covers train tracks, interrupting service to Silverton

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad service to Silverton remained closed Tuesday

DATE: Jun 23, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News