Tomer’s Take: Storm #1 is sliding through Colorado with two additional storm systems lined-up through 12/6.
- California’s biggest snow arrives with storm #2 between 12/1-12/2. This storm also delivers a weak atmospheric river (AR) setup.
- Storm #3 traverses the West between 12/3-12/6. This storm also delivers a very weak atmospheric river (AR) setup.
Jackson Hole, WY is reporting a 16″ storm total.
Alta, UT is reporting 16″ in 24 hours.
This is in-line with my forecasts.
Brighton, UT is reporting 8″ in 24 hours. Here’s the view:
Vail is reporting 9″ in the last 24 hours.
Steamboat, CO is showing about a foot of new snow.
Current Setup
Infrared satellite shows all three storm systems riding the jet stream. The southern jet branch is also a player.
Pattern Through 12/6
Storm #2.
Forecast jet stream valid 12/1.
This is the heavy hitter for the Sierra a weak atmospheric river contribution and optimal orographics.
Storm #3 departing.
Forecast jet stream valid 12/6.
This is the final storm in the series.
Forecast Timing
Forecast radar and satellite valid 11/29-12/4.
Forecast Totals
Forecast snow totals (inches) valid 11/29-12/7.
This represents grand totals from storm #2 + storm #3.
Well 50-60 inches of snow should fill up all of the Northern California Reservoirs, or at least put a dent in the drought!
Thanks, Paul…We need a few of these events for CA! Chris
Woo Hoo! Keep this snow train rolling 🙌
I know! Thanks, Holly! Chris
CB with the win 12”!!!! And still dumping
Highlands got 12″ too 😉
Go Elk Mtns!
A nice dump at the Highlands! Chris
Love seeing CB in the snow! Chris