Dry January cuts into early-season snowpack gains
Dry January cuts into early-season snowpack gains
Source: The Signal
Date: 02/06/2026 4:32pm
Article Summary:
**Dry January Erodes Early Sierra Snowpack Gains, Statewide Levels Fall Below Average**
California’s Department of Water Resources says a dry January has sharply reduced early snowpack gains, with the latest survey at Phillips Station showing snow water equivalent at just 46% of average and statewide levels at 59%. Officials note the snowpack was near normal after early winter storms but has stagnated under warm, dry conditions, raising concern as the season moves past its peak snow-producing months. Despite this, major reservoirs remain well above average due to strong storage from recent wet years.
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Date: 02/06/2026 4:32pm
Article Summary:
**Dry January Erodes Early Sierra Snowpack Gains, Statewide Levels Fall Below Average**
California’s Department of Water Resources says a dry January has sharply reduced early snowpack gains, with the latest survey at Phillips Station showing snow water equivalent at just 46% of average and statewide levels at 59%. Officials note the snowpack was near normal after early winter storms but has stagnated under warm, dry conditions, raising concern as the season moves past its peak snow-producing months. Despite this, major reservoirs remain well above average due to strong storage from recent wet years.
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