SnowBrains Forecast: Snowy, Cold Week Ahead For the Northeast This forecast was created at 3 p.m. on Sunday, January 19 A decent hit of snow arrives tonight for southern portions of the region, with lighter accumulations farther north, followed by very cold air and bitter wind chills persisting through midweek. Conditions should gradually moderate by late week, with occasional minor snow showers mixed in. A renewed round of snowfall […] Weather WeatherBrains | January 19, 2025 0 Comments
[UPDATED: January 16] NOAA Winter 2024-25 Forecast: La Niña and the Rest of the Ski Season On Thursday, January 16, the NOAA updated its long-range seasonal forecasts for this winter, giving snow lovers an idea of what the remainder of winter 2025 might hold. Here’s what the NOAA winter 2024-25 forecast looks like: Related: Farmers’ Almanac 2024-25 Winter Forecast: Cold, Wet, Snowy Winter Ahead…. But Where? Related: [VIDEO] Direct Weather Updated Winter 2024-25 Forecast: Coldest and […] Weather WeatherBrains | January 16, 2025 7 Comments
[VIDEO] Chris Tomer’s Mountain Weather Update 1/14: Colorado to See 8-12″ and Northeast 6-10″ This Weekend Denver-based meteorologist Chris Tomer is one of the most accurate forecasters we know. Check out and subscribe to his mountain weather forecast videos to see where North America will get the most snow. “Next storm system (Arctic Front) hits MT/WY/CO/NM/UT 1/17-1/19 with snow accumulation and very cold air. Snow Timeline: Big Sky: 1/17(M), 1/18-1/19(L) Wasatch: Late 1/17-1/18(L) Tetons: 1/17(L), 1/19(L) […] Weather WeatherBrains | January 15, 2025 0 Comments
[VIDEO] Chris Tomer’s Mountain Weather Update: Arctic Front Bringing Significant Snowfall and Frigid Temperatures to MT, WY, and CO Denver-based meteorologist Chris Tomer is one of the most accurate forecasters we know. Check out and subscribe to his mountain weather forecast videos to see where North America will get the most snow. “Arctic Cold Front hits MT/WY/CO/NM/UT 1/17-1/19 with snow accumulation and coldest air of the season so far (-15F to -25F air temps). A minor trailing cold front […] Weather WeatherBrains | January 14, 2025 0 Comments
SnowBrains Forecast Update: Where’s the Snow? A highly amplified weather pattern is setting up across North America for the next several weeks, shaping snow chances in some classic winter hot spots—while leaving others lacking. Here’s the breakdown as we move through January and beyond: The persistent ridge over the West and trough over the East will drive much of the temperature and precipitation pattern in the […] Weather WeatherBrains | January 11, 2025 0 Comments
NOAA ENSO Update January 2025: 59% Chance La Niña February–April and 60% Chance of Neutral Conditions in March–May This post first appeared on the climate.gov ENSO Blog and was written by Emily Becker La Niña conditions emerged in the tropical Pacific in December. There’s a 59% chance La Niña will persist through February–April, followed by a 60% chance of neutral conditions in March–May. Read on for the recent observations that led us to declare the (long-awaited) onset of […] Weather WeatherBrains | January 10, 2025 0 Comments
[VIDEO] Chris Tomer’s Mountain Weather Update 1/9: Next Storm System 1/10-1/12 Will Bring Moderate to Heavy Accumulation MT/WY/UT/CO Denver-based meteorologist Chris Tomer is one of the most accurate forecasters we know. Check out and subscribe to his mountain weather forecast videos to see where North America will get the most snow. Next storm system PM 1/10-1/12 with moderate to heavy accumulation MT/WY/UT/CO followed by colder air. Snow Timeline: Big Sky: AM 1/9(L), Late 1/10-1/12(H) Wasatch: Late 1/10-1/11(M/H), 1/12(L) […] Weather WeatherBrains | January 9, 2025 0 Comments
[VIDEO] Chris Tomer’s Mountain Weather Update 1/7: Next Major Storm System Arrives January 10 Denver-based meteorologist Chris Tomer is one of the most accurate forecasters we know. Check out and subscribe to his mountain weather forecast videos to see where North America will get the most snow. “Residual snow 1/7 across Colorado (especially Divide-East & South). Next small storm system hit MT/WY/CO 1/8-1/9 followed by a storm system 1/10-1/12 for MT/WY/UT/CO. Snow Timeline: Wasatch: […] Weather WeatherBrains | January 7, 2025 2 Comments
[VIDEO] Chris Tomer’s Mountain Weather Update 1/6: Light Snow Today With Next Storm System End of the Week Denver-based meteorologist Chris Tomer is one of the most accurate forecasters we know. Check out and subscribe to his mountain weather forecast videos to see where North America will get the most snow. “Residual snow CO/WY/UT 1/6 and into 1/7. Next storm system brushes MT/WY/CO 1/8-1/9 followed by a storm system 1/10-1/12. Snow Timeline: Wasatch: 1/6(L), 1/11(M), 1/12(L) Tetons: 1/6(L), […] Weather WeatherBrains | January 6, 2025 0 Comments
SnowBrains Forecast: Quick-Hitting Friday Storm For the Sierra This forecast was written at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, January 1, 2025 A fast-moving storm on Friday will bring moderate mountain snowfall, breezy winds, and slightly cooler temperatures. This will be followed by a lull this weekend and mostly dry conditions through early next week. Expect snow levels to briefly hover above 7,000 feet before dropping during the main event, […] Weather WeatherBrains | January 1, 2025 0 Comments
SnowBrains Forecast: Pair of Storms Start 2025 Off Strong Across Northern Rockies | 40+ Inches of Snow Possible This forecast was prepared at noon MST on Wednesday, January 1, 2025 Snow started falling across much of the Northern Rockies just as the clocks struck midnight on New Year’s Eve and will continue to fall steadily until at least Thursday morning. This round of snow is the result of a moisture-laden storm that is passing directly over Idaho this […] Weather WeatherBrains | January 1, 2025 0 Comments
SnowBrains Forecast: PNW in for Another Active Week with 2+ Feet Expected This forecast was written at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, January 1, 2025 A series of generally mild but persistent waves will affect the Cascades and surrounding mountains through Sunday, delivering respectable accumulations at mid and upper elevations. Snow levels will hover in Washington’s 3,000–5,000 foot range and Oregon’s 4,000–6,000 foot range, occasionally dipping lower with passing fronts. Winds will sometimes […] Weather WeatherBrains | January 1, 2025 0 Comments
[VIDEO] Chris Tomer’s Mountain Weather Update 12/31: Snow Across the West and Up to 20″ in the Northeast Denver-based meteorologist Chris Tomer is one of the most accurate forecasters we know. Check out and subscribe to his mountain weather forecast videos to see where North America will get the most snow. “Next storm system hits UT/WY/ID/CO PM 1/1-1/2 (1/2 is the powder day). This is followed by another storm system 1/4-1/5. In the Northeast, colder air and snow […] Weather WeatherBrains | December 31, 2024 0 Comments
[VIDEO] Chris Tomer’s Mountain Weather Update 12/30: Impressive Snow Totals Expected Next Week Across the West Denver-based meteorologist Chris Tomer is one of the most accurate forecasters we know. Check out and subscribe to his mountain weather forecast videos to see where North America will get the most snow. “Powder day Wasatch/Tetons/C+N Colorado with additional 1-3 inches this morning and strong wind gusts. Next storm system arrives PM 1/1-1/2. Snow Timeline: Wasatch: AM 12/30(L), PM 1/1-1/2(L/M), […] Weather WeatherBrains | December 30, 2024 0 Comments
SnowBrains Forecast Thursday AM Update: Season’s Best Storm Cycle in Utah Forecast completed 7 a.m. MST on Thursday, December 26 Summary Utah’s first legitimate 2024-25 season storm cycle is poised to improve our low-tide riding conditions. Back-to-back storms will bring heavy accumulations to Northern & Central Utah ski areas Thursday-Friday. Maybe a lull Saturday-Sunday, then more snow is likely Sunday night into Monday. Short Term – Thursday & Friday Even after […] Weather WeatherBrains | December 26, 2024 0 Comments
[VIDEO] Chris Tomer’s Mountain Weather Update 12/24: Series of Storm Systems to Dump Significant Snowfall Across the West Denver-based meteorologist Chris Tomer is one of the most accurate forecasters we know. Check out and subscribe to his mountain weather forecast videos to see where North America will get the most snow. “Feet of snow accumulation 12/26-12/30 for PNW/ID/WY/Wasatch/C+N CO. Rich moisture and strong jet. Snow Timeline: Wasatch: Late 12/24-12/25(M/H), 12/26-12/29(H) Tetons: 12/25(L), 12/26-12/30(H) Colorado: 12/25(L), 12/26(L), 12/27(M), PM […] Weather WeatherBrains | December 24, 2024 0 Comments
SnowBrains Forecast: Parade of Storms for Utah Forecast completed 6:00 a.m. on December 24, 2024 Heads up – an updated forecast went up 7am 12/26 Summary After a terrible start to the 2024-25 winter, Utah’s snowpack is only about half what we expect for this time of year. The short-term forecast looks as good as it has all year. A preceding storm will impact Utah on Christmas, […] Weather WeatherBrains | December 24, 2024 0 Comments
SnowBrains Forecast: Northern Rockies Will See Plenty of Precipitation To Close Out 2024, But How Much of it Will be Snow? Source: maps.weatherbell.com This forecast was written at 6 p.m. MST on Monday, December 23, 2024 Many people in Idaho, Wyoming, and Montana will have a chance to see a White Christmas this year, but they may need to climb a bit for it. Rain and snow are ending across Western Wyoming as of Monday afternoon, a result of the latest “storm” […] Weather WeatherBrains | December 23, 2024 0 Comments
[VIDEO] Chris Tomer’s Mountain Weather Update 12/23: Multiple Feet of Snow for the West Coast Through January 1 Denver-based meteorologist Chris Tomer is one of the most accurate forecasters we know. Check out and subscribe to his mountain weather forecast videos to see where North America will get the most snow. “Focusing on 12/26-12/30 for heavy snow accumulation potential with bullseyes in the PNW/BC, ID/Tetons/Wasatch/Central & Northern Mountains of CO. Snow Timeline: Wasatch: 12/23(L), Late 12/24-12/25(L/M), 12/26-12/28(M/H), PM […] Weather WeatherBrains | December 23, 2024 0 Comments
SnowBrains Forecast: White Christmas Incoming for California–Up to 30 Inches Expected This forecast was written at 11:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 21 We’re kicking off the Christmas week with multiple waves of snowfall across the Sierra, delivering deep turns just in time for the holiday. Upper snow levels this weekend will give way to colder air by Tuesday, setting the stage for moderate to heavy snowfall in many resorts. Another system […] Weather WeatherBrains | December 21, 2024 0 Comments