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“Snow continues 3/18 UT/WY and moves into CO with gusty wind 40-70mph. Smaller snows through 3/23 for the Intermountain West then high pressure builds in through 3/28. A rich flow hits the PNW/BC during that time period.
Snow Timeline:
Big Sky: 3/18(L), 3/20(L), 3/22(L),
Wasatch: 3/18(M/H), Late 3/21-3/22(M)
Tetons: AM 3/18(L/M), 3/20(M/H), PM 3/21-3/23(H)
Colorado: 3/18-AM 3/19(M/H), 3/22(L)
Interior BC: 3/18(L), 3/20-3/22(H), 3/23-3/24(H)
PNW: Late 3/19-3/21(H), 3/23-3/24(H)
Tahoe: Late 3/19-3/20(L/M)
Northeast: Late 3/20-3/21(Mix)”
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Winter Storm Hits Western US
A significant winter storm is currently impacting the Western United States, bringing heavy snowfall and strong winds to several popular ski areas. The Wasatch range in Utah is experiencing intense snowfall, with 10-12 inches reported in Little Cottonwood Canyon and more expected throughout the day. Big Cottonwood Canyon has received 8-10 inches, with an additional 8-10 inches possible.
Regional Snowfall Outlook
Jackson Hole in Wyoming has reported 10 inches of new snow in the last 24 hours, with more light to moderate accumulations expected. Colorado is anticipating the storm’s arrival later in the day, bringing wind and snow to the region.
The storm system is expected to move through Colorado and emerge into the plains, potentially causing a dust storm in parts of Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. There’s also a possibility of severe weather and a blizzard on the colder northwest side of the system.
Future Weather Patterns
After this storm passes, the weather pattern is expected to shift, favoring the Pacific Northwest, British Columbia, central to northern Idaho, and northwest Montana for snowfall. Following this, a high-pressure ridge is forecasted to build across much of the lower 48 states, bringing warm and dry conditions for about five days.
Snowfall Projections
Significant snowfall is expected in various regions through March 23. The Wasatch range could see an additional 8-14 inches, while the Tetons may receive 16-18 inches. Colorado’s central to northern mountains are projected to get 6-12 inches, with lesser amounts in the southern mountains.
The Pacific Northwest and interior British Columbia are anticipating substantial snowfall, with some areas potentially receiving 2-4 feet of snow. Central to northern Idaho and northwest Montana are also expecting significant accumulations.
