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“Storm system 11/3-11/4 UT/WY/CO/NM. Cold front hits Intermountain West 11/5-11/6. Major storm system develops over CO/NM 11/7-11/9.
Snow Timeline:
(L=Light)(M=Moderate)(H=Heavy)
Wasatch: AM 11/3(L), 11/5(M), 11/12(M)
Tetons: 11/3(L), PM 11/4-11/5(M), 11/12(M)
Colorado: 11/3(M), 11/5-11/9(H), 11/12(M)
Tahoe: —”– Chris Tomer
Here’s a brief summary of the forecast, but for more details, please watch the full video:
Current Conditions
- Utah: Alta reported about 7 inches of new snow overnight, with the potential for an additional 1-2 inches today.
- Colorado: Light snow is falling at Snowmass and Steamboat, but conditions are expected to improve. Heavy snowfall is anticipated this afternoon into tomorrow morning.
Upcoming Storm Systems
- A cold front is moving through the region, bringing moisture that will lead to moderate snow accumulations across the mountains.
- The forecast indicates a major storm system developing from this front, particularly affecting Colorado and New Mexico.
- This system is expected to linger, leading to additional snowfall over several days.
Snow Accumulation Predictions
- Colorado: Forecasts suggest 4-8 inches of snow for areas like Loveland and Winter Park, up to 10 inches in southern regions.
- New Mexico: Similar predictions indicate 5-10 inches for northern areas.
- The following week also shows potential for another cold front bringing more snow from Canada.
Summary of Key Dates
- Today through Tomorrow: Moderate snowfall is expected in Colorado and Utah.
- November 6-8: A significant storm system with heavy snow likely.
- November 11-12: Another cold front is anticipated, promising additional snowfall.
