October Climate Summary
Drought
– Abnormally dry conditions to moderate drought continue in the western half of New Mexico, as well as in northeastern and southeastern Arizona.
• Pasture and range land conditions continue to degrade in Arizona.
Large Colorado River reservoirs and Elephant Butte Reservoir in New Mexico remain considerably below average.
Temperature –
The past 30 days were mainly warmer than average across the
Southwest region.
Precipitation –
Much of the Southwest received below-average precipitation during the past 30 days. North-central New Mexico and western Arizona were notable
exceptions.
Climate Forecasts –
Models indicate increased chances of above-average temperatures in the Southwest through April 2006. Forecasters predict slightly increased
chances of drier-than-average conditions across most of the region for the fall and
early winter.
El Niño –
ENSO-neutral conditions are expected to continue through spring 2006.
The Bottom Line –
Drought should persist along parts of the Arizona-New Mexico
border. Hydrological drought is still a concern for managers of some large surface
water supplies in the Southwest.
Southwest Climate Outlook October 2005 Water Year in Review
Published by the Climate Assessment for the Southwest (CLIMAS), with support from University of Arizona Cooperative Extension, the Arizona State Climate Office, and the New Mexico State Climate office.
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