Weather Talk.
El Nino is showing its
effects on the PNW region as the fall season progresses towards winter. As expected during this time of year, low
pressure systems are brewing in the
waters out yonder. These weather systems
are large with their southern borders reaching well into the warm Hawaiian waters. This current low pressure cell is tracking
north into Alaska while the Jet Stream under cuts the flow from the south. This effect will drive warm air and moisture
toward the northwest for the next 4-10 days.
Climate Talk.
El Nino data shows that
the ocean is getting close to replicating the 1997-98 conditions. Stevens Pass received 466” of snow during the
97/98 season. Let’s take a closer look
at that year.
Here is the snowfall
breakdown for the 1997/98 ski season:
November = 46”
December= 76”
January= 200”
February = 72”
March = 62”
April = 10”
The data shows a nice snowy
period from late December through mid-February.
No El Nino is created
equal, but as all weather and climate forecasts are based on historical outcomes,
then this is the best comparison that we have to date. So while we wait for the snow to arrive, enjoy
the amazing fall weather.
JM
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