SPOT WEATHER FORECAST

4/1/2009 Weather Discussion: No April fools –an impressive storm will ramp up today bringing more snow to the mountains through Friday. Long-term models show high-pressure building Friday; this should produce a dry and warmer weekend. Forecast from Wednesday 4pm to Thursday 4am Precipitation 1.25 in. Water 10-16 in. Snow Temperatures Low 28 High 32 Winds 5-15 W gusty Forecast for Wednesday 4am to 4pm Precipitation .5 in. Water 4-8 in. Snow Temperatures Low 28 High 30 Winds 5-15 W gusty TRENDS AND TIMING Precipitation: The snow should become moderate to heavy through the night. Snow should taper to showers but stick around through Friday. Storm totals are impressive for this time of year with 2-4” of water possible by Friday. Freezing levels: Freezing levels will trend up to around +3500’ today. Temps should hover just below the freezing mark until a cold front brings them down tomorrow night. Winds: The wind will play a role in this system too. Stiff convergence flow will override the moisture producing a steady breeze until the cold front passes early Friday.