Mountain weather update 10/17

One storm system remains on the horizon this week across the West. It’s fast-moving and is minor compared to the storm cycle last week.

It will spread strong wind (30-70mph) from the Sierra into Utah and Colorado.

Wind gust forecast for Longs Peak summit, 10/17/2021.

Beyond this, it’s going to be a waiting game unless you’re in the higher elevations of PNW. Whistler/Blackcomb, BC higher elevations will find itself with snow chances almost every day for the next 8-9 days.

Chances for snow next 8-9 days, 10/17/2021.