06/23/2026
The mountains are thirsty for rain.
Each summer, clouds form over the San Juans and move north from the Southwest deserts. People who live here know what’s coming.
There’s afternoon thunder, the smell of rain on warm ground, waterfalls coming back to life, and mountain slopes growing greener every week.
People call it monsoon season, but here it feels like the mountains are finally able to breathe again.
Forecasts show that Southwest Colorado may have a strong monsoon season this summer, which will bring fresh beauty to the rivers, trails, and peaks around Ouray.
If you need a reason to come back to the mountains, this could be the one.
Find Your Way Back to the West.
Find out more about the latest drought and monsoon updates:
Southwest Monsoon Information
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