California Snowpack Shows Improvement Amid Recent Storms
California Snowpack Shows Improvement Amid Recent Storms
US · Published Feb 26, 2026
• California's snow water equivalent has risen to 75% due to recent storms.
• Despite improvements, the snowpack is still at 61% of its average peak.
• Rising reservoir levels across the state are benefiting from increased precipitation and snowmelt.
Storms boost California snowpack water equivalent
Recent storms have significantly improved California's snowpack, with the statewide median snow water equivalent (SWE) increasing from 70% to 75%.
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