[VIDEO] Chris Tomer’s Mountain Weather Update 10/28: Up To a Foot of Snow Predicted for Many Areas

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“First storm system moving through PWN/BC early 10/28 then it dives south into WY/ID/MT/UT/CO PM 10/28-10/30. Two bullseyes in CO including the West Elks around Snowmass/Capitol/Maroon Bells/Crested Butte & San Juan Mountains. There are two additional storm systems through 11/6. 2nd storm looks weaker and faster favoring the Northern Tier. 3rd storm could be a merger of two pieces of energy 11/4-11/6.
Snow Timeline:
Wasatch: PM 10/28-10/29, 11/3, 11/5
Tetons: 10/29 (Light), Late 10/31, 11/5
Colorado: PM 10/28-10/30, 11/5-11/6.”

– Chris Tomer

The forecast highlights an active pattern for ski areas across the Pacific Northwest and the Inner Mountain West. Below are the key points I took from the video, but be sure to check it out in full for more details.

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Snow Accumulation Forecast

• Colorado’s West Elks and areas around Aspen could see up to a foot or more of snow from the initial storm.
• Other regions like Utah may receive 8 to 10 inches, with higher elevations possibly exceeding a foot.
• The second storm system is expected to bring additional snow, particularly if it merges with a cold front from the north.

Future Outlook

• Depending on how the systems interact, there is potential for another significant snow event around November 5-6.
• Overall, the first week of November looks promising for snowfall across many ski areas.