9 States See Warmest Winter on Record as U.S. Logs 2nd Overall Warmest Winter Ever - SnowBrains

"According to a new report from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), meteorological winter (December through February) ranked as the second warmest on record in the United States, based on data going back to 1895. Only last winter, the 2023-24 winter season, was warmer nationwide. The warmth was especially pronounced across the West and parts of the Plains."

"Nine states recorded their warmest winter ever: Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, Texas, Oklahoma, Oregon, Utah, and Wyoming. Several major Western cities also recorded their warmest winters on record, including Albuquerque, Phoenix, Las Vegas, and Salt Lake City. In Dallas, winter felt more like spring. The city logged 16 days with temperatures of at least 80°F, the highest number ever recorded during meteorological winter."

"Across the Lower 48, the season ranked as the driest winter in 45 years. Large portions of the West entered winter already dealing with drought conditions. Persistent warmth only made things worse, particularly in the Rockies where precipitation frequently fell as rain instead of snow. The result has been one of the most significant snow droughts in decades across parts of the Rocky Mountains, raising concerns for ski areas, spring runoff, and long term water supplies."

Meteorological winter 2024-25 (December-February) ranked as the second warmest on record in the United States since 1895, with exceptional warmth concentrated across the West and Plains regions. Nine states recorded their warmest winters ever, including Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, Texas, Oklahoma, Oregon, Utah, and Wyoming. Major Western cities like Phoenix, Las Vegas, and Albuquerque also set warmth records. Dallas experienced 16 days with temperatures at least 80°F during winter, unprecedented for the season. Beyond warmth, the Lower 48 experienced the driest winter in 45 years. The combination of persistent warmth and low precipitation created severe snow drought conditions in the Rocky Mountains, threatening ski areas and spring water supplies. Conversely, the Northeast experienced opposite conditions with frequent cold outbreaks and major snow events.

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