Weather
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“Next wave hits UT/WY/CO late 3/21 through early 3/23 then high pressure builds 3/23-3/27 with warmer and drier conditions. Flow remains active for PNW/BC/N. Tier but with a higher elevation rain/snow line.
Snow Timeline:
Big Sky: 3/22(M), 3/23-3/24(M)
Wasatch: Late 3/21-3/22(M/H)
Tetons: 3/21(L), 3/22(M/H), PM 3/23(M)
Colorado: 3/22(M/H)
Interior BC: 3/21-AM 3/22(M/H), 3/23-AM 3/24(H)
PNW: 3/21(H), 3/23(H)
Tahoe:
Northeast: AM 3/21(M/Mix), Late 3/22(L), 3/24(M)”
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Notable Snowfall Reports
Revelstoke is enjoying a great day with several inches of new snow and more to come. Big Sky has received over a foot of snow in the last 48 hours, promising outstanding skiing conditions.
Winter Park, Colorado, and Big Cottonwood Canyon have seen light accumulations overnight. Jackson Hole reports six inches of new snow in the last 24 hours, with cloudy conditions at the mountain top.
Weather Patterns and Forecasts
A northwest flow is bringing moisture to various mountain zones. The Pacific Northwest, British Columbia, Oregon, and Northern California will receive the bulk of the upcoming moisture.
The Northeast is experiencing snow and rain, accumulating in higher elevations. Vermont, northern New Hampshire, and parts of Maine are seeing snowfall.
Upcoming Weather Shifts
A high-pressure ridge is forecasted to build in after March 23, potentially lasting until March 27. This will bring above-normal temperatures and drier conditions to the West for about four days.
