12/23/2010 Weather
24HR SNAPSHOT starting at NOON today
Water - .25 -.5 Snow - 4-6
Freezing levels - 3500'
Wind - 0-10 E
General Discussion: A low pressure system in the Gulf of Alaska will slowly make its way south today. This will provide a more consistent moisture stream than the previous few days, although it will continue be showery.
Long-term: The jet stream is expected to lift north during the next few days. This will allow more organized systems to make their way to the mountains during the next 4-6 days.
An impressive showing at Mammoth California last week – record snowfall of 15.5 feet (186”) in 3 days.
TRENDS AND TIMING
Precipitation: Most of the snow should fall today. Tonight will be mainly dry before the next wave of moisture arrives during the day tomorrow.
Freezing levels: 4000’ freezing levels will bump up against the western slope as cool air from east continue to push through. Pass level surface temperatures will continue to be just below freezing for the next few days. Got to love that east flow.
Winds: Periods of some gusty east winds will be possible during the early morning hours but nothing significant.
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