Drought Persists Across South Central and Southeast Colorado Despite Spotty Monsoon Rainfall

Description: Moderate to Exceptional Drought continues across south central and southeast Colorado as of Aug. 27, 2026, with only spotty relief from monsoonal rainfall, according to NWS Pueblo...

Drought Information Statement for

South Central and Southeast Colorado

Valid August 27th, 2026

Issued By: National Weather Service Pueblo, Colorado

Contact Information: nws.pueblo@noaa.gov

● This product will be updated by September 18th, 2026 or sooner if drought conditions change significantly.

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● Moderate to Exceptional Drought conditions continue across south central and

southeast Colorado, with only spotty relief from monsoonal rains

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