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February 26, 2010 —
El Niņo (or El Noņo for the northern mountains) will bring another shot of snow for the San Juans and Front Range for the last weekend of February.
Another low pressure system will move into Colorado by Saturday, Feb. 27, dropping more snow on the southwest ski resorts (5-10 inches) and leaving the central and northern mountains fairly dry.
The Vail Valley has a shot at some lingering showers, but little accumulation is expected. Temps will remain warm, as on-mountain highs will be in the mid 20s with overnight lows in the high teens. Southwest winds will bring in these mild temps with any moisture staying south of Aspen.
Partly cloudy skies will dominate for the next five days as we see another shot of snow late next week (March 3-5).
For now, back to the cycle of clearing driveways and washing cars, as Denver and the Front Range will likely see more snow than most resorts in the north.
Enjoy!
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Finally some decent conditions and with snow coming just about everywhere in the Centennial State
February 19, 2010 —
Light snow is falling down valley as I write, and with good moisture and a strong jet stream over our region, Saturday Feb. 20 should be another good day of snow-riding in the Vail Valley.
A stronger low pressure system moves into the Four Corners area later this afternoon bringing widespread snow over all resort areas of Colorado. This system will begin in the southwest and slowly move northeast, giving the San Juan's the best shot of snow early, but not leaving out the Elk, Park, and Gore mountains.
Look for the central mountains to benefit the most as Crested Butte and Aspen could see well over a foot of snow by Saturday morning.
Vail and Beaver Creek can expect anywhere from 4-8 inches on the ground by Saturday (Feb. 20) morning, with a slight chance of double digit numbers as winds will move in from the west/southwest.
Temps should be seasonal as on mountain highs will be in the 20's with overnight lows in the teens. Winds will again be brisk as this system moves east. Expect winds in the 15-25 mph range, gusts up to 35 over ridge tops.
We should see snow for most of Saturday as clearing skies will arrive by Sunday afternoon (Feb. 21) with colder temps to follow.
And with plenty of snow on the ground from early this week, we finally see some great conditions at both resorts.
Overall a great weekend ahead for the Centennial state as snow should be falling just about everywhere.
Enjoy!!!
Reid Griebling - The Powder Predictor
Cold northwest flow will bring Arctic air to Vail Valley with snow likely every day this week
February 16, 2010 —
Happy vibes in Happy Valley as northwest flow has squeezed out every bit of moisture that has come into our region. I know its not much (5 inches reported this morning at Vail on Feb. 16) but every little bit helps.
And as Mardi Gras week revs up, Vail and The Beav' have a good chance of snow until the weekend.
High pressure still dominates out in the Pacific Ocean, which shifts the jet stream to our north, bringing colder air and any moisture that might be lingering in Idaho and Wyoming.
Temps for the remainder of the week will be just below normal as colder arctic air dips in from Canada, expect on mountain highs in the upper teens to low 20's and overnight lows reaching the single digits. Winds will be brisk at times as this northwest flow will remain for nearly five days. Expect winds in the 10-20 mph range with gusts into the 30 mph over exposed ridge tops.
Snow is likely every day, and as I said, not much in the way of "calling in sick" snow, but enough to soften things under foot and change the attitude of northern ski town residents.
Expect snow totals for the remainder of the week to range anywhere from 3-6 inches everyday with a shot at more (4-8) Thursday night into Friday (Feb. 18-19). These storms will favor Vail over Beaver Creek, but The Beav' should see snow on the ground each day.
With higher winds than we have seen in some time, avalanche danger is again increasing as we accumulate more snow on leeward aspects. Please prepare accordingly if you plan to travel into the back/side country, as human triggered avalanches can happen.
Overall a good start for those of you who enjoy the Mardi Gras season, I for one will be giving up dry weather for Lent this year, lets hope that works.
Enjoy!
Cloudy skies will stay with a little daily snow possible
February 13, 2010 —
Another holiday weekend is upon us and still very little in the way of active weather. We do have a chance for snow every day until Tuesday Feb. 16, but with limited moisture and energy, don't expect any "powder".
Already cloudy skies will stay through Sunday Feb. 14 as isolated showers will drop small amounts of snow in the Vail Valley. Winds will increase out of the northwest as high pressure still dominates over the Four Corners. Expect winds in the 15-20 mph range with gusts into the 30 mph range over the ridge tops. Temps will still remain seasonal as on mountain highs in the 20's and low 30's can be expected with overnight lows in the teens.
Sunday Feb. 14 looks like the best chance of good snow as the strongest portion of energy will move through our area Saturday night. Expect morning totals on Sunday in the 3-6 inch range at both Vail and Beaver Creek.
Our next shot of big snow is in the distant future as the split jet stream is still wreaking havoc for the central and northern Rockies.
Expect the weather pattern to change in our favor within the next 10-12 days as the skiing in Vail and The Beav' will be relatively plain. Perfect for those of you interested in Olympic Games in Canada as Vail will see at least 5 locals vying for hardware, if Lindsey Vonn's injury can heal.
Finally, while skiing this weekend or watching the Games, Vail, and the United States lost a true hero Monday as Jimmy Huega passed away at the age of 66.
Take a moment this weekend to remember the courage and passion Jimmy had for skiing and the mountains, pass it on to your family and friends, we are truly lucky to be in this wonderful place.
Enjoy!!
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