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California has officially reached 100% of the April 1 average for statewide snow-water equivalent (snowpack). As of March 13, 2024, the Northern Sierra/Trinity and Central Sierra are sitting at 117% and 102%, respectively, for the April 1 average. However, the Southern Sierra is still just below the April 1 average, with 95% total snow water equivalent.
While it officially remains an “average” season for the entire state, the mountains and ski resorts received a much-needed dumping of snow to help boost these numbers at the beginning of March. Palisades Tahoe reported 102 inches of snow throughout the storm and recorded outrageous wind speeds of up to 190 mph.
Since a big start to the month, snowfall has been scarce across the state where it has mostly been warm and dry. Thankfully, there could be another storm on the horizon this weekend that would help keep the state’s snowpack near to above average if it delivers.
Fresh on the heels of a historic winter 2022-2023, it’s good to see the numbers hovering right around average. Will the state end up having a below-average or average winter, or will some decent spring storms grace the Sierras and add to the snowpack?
