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“Drier & warmer through 3/1 across the West. Then jet stream shifts and a stormier pattern develops on/after 3/2 with at least two storm systems for CA/UT/CO/ID/WY/MT.
Snow Timeline:
Big Sky: AM 2/26(L), 3/3-3/4(L)
Wasatch: PM 3/3-3/5(L/M)
Tetons: 3/3-3/5(L)
Colorado: 3/2(L), 3/3-3/4(L/M), 3/6(H)
Interior BC: 2/27(L)
PNW: 2/27(L)
Tahoe: 3/2(L/M), 3/5(L/M)
Northeast: PM 2/26(L), 2/27(M), 3/1(M), 3/5-3/6(H)”
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Current West Coast Weather Overview
The West is currently experiencing high pressure, leading to a drier pattern. An atmospheric river event is over in the Pacific Northwest, and there’s generally not much happening in terms of snowfall across the region for the next few days.
Northeast Weather
The Northeast is seeing some departing snow with a clipper system approaching. Light snow and accumulations are expected, with a potential for more snow as the clipper moves through the Great Lakes region.
Looking Ahead: Storm Systems and Jet Stream
A cutoff low is approaching, which will eventually help break down the high-pressure ridge over the West. This shift will set the stage for a more active storm track later this weekend and into next week. The jet stream is expected to flatten, allowing a storm system to move through the interior West, bringing colder air and precipitation.
Snow Forecast Timeline
The best odds of snow are for Big Sky, the Wasatch, Tetons, Colorado, interior BC, the Pacific Northwest, Tahoe, and the Northeast. The Wasatch and Tetons can expect light to moderate accumulations, while Colorado may see light snow initially, with heavier snow potential later on. The Northeast looks promising with light to moderate snow, and a heavier shot coming.
Specific Locations and Conditions
Alta, Utah, and Jenny Lake, Wyoming, are experiencing dry conditions through early March. High-pressure systems are keeping things warm, with forecast highs well above freezing. Colorado is seeing exceptionally warm temperatures with high freezing levels.
Extended Forecast and Potential Snowfall
Significant changes are expected as we move through next week, with the potential for substantial snowfall. Snow accumulations are possible from the Sierra to parts of Utah, Colorado, the Tetons, Idaho, Montana, and the Pacific Northwest. The Northeast is also expected to receive decent snow accumulations.
