Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

It just keeps going and going....

2010-04-29T08:30:00.000-07:00

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

4/29/10 8:30am

Winter in April continues as the upper elevations along the Tahoe Sierra Crest have seen ~29" of new snow in the last three days. The base of Squaw has picked up 16" in the same time period. Late April powder days are always nice. Skiing and riding is excellent right now so make sure to get a few last turns before all the bull wheels stop turning.

For Thursday and Friday, temps will be below normal as N-NE flow prevails with a slight chance of more snow showers. For Saturday and Sunday skies should start to clear with temps getting into the 50s in Truckee, upper 40s @8k.

PWG

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Current NWS Lake Tahoe Forecast
Lake Tahoe Backcountry Forecast
Lake Tahoe Recreational Forecast
Wind Chill Chart

Forecast Links:
National Weather Service Reno
National Weather Service Sacramento
NWS Reno Discussion
NWS Sacramento Discussion

Radar:
Intellicast Reno
Intellicast San Francisco
PacNW
PacSW

Satellite Imagery:
4km IR Loop
16km IR Loop
Central California 1km Visible
GOES-W 12hr WV
GOES NA 24hr WV
Precipitable Water Loop
Past Week's Estimated Precipitation Totals

Forecasting Tools:
Day 1 QPF
Day 2 QPF
Day 3 QPF
Day 4-5 QPF
5 Day Total QPF
California Nevada River Forecast Center
300mb Jetstream Loop
NCEP & HPC Loops Page
Pennsylvania State University Electronic Map Wall
CPC 6-10 Day Outlook
CPC 8-14 Day Outlook

Remote Data:
NWS Reno Local Mountain Remote Data
NWS Surface Observations
Tahoe City
NASA/JPL-UCD Buoys
Truckee Airport
Central Sierra Snow Lab
Sugar Bowl
Squaw Valley GC
Ward Creek
Rubicon
Sonora Pass
Virginia Lakes
Mammoth Mountain Main Lodge
Mammoth Mountain Summit
Reno Airport

Snow Data:
Sierra Avalanche Center
Sierra Avalanche Center Snowpit Profiles and Field Observations
Snowpit Profile Key
Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center
Avalanche.org
California Department of Water Resources
California Snotel Sites
Snotel Narrative
NOAA NOHRSC Interactive Snow Information
NWS Snowpack Analysis

Donner Summit Snowfall History

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What season is it?

2010-04-25T20:54:00.000-07:00

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

4/25/10 8:54pm

Another week and another snow storm. Mother Nature can't seem to pick spring or winter for Tahoe, so we are just going to have to keep skiing/ riding. Ample snowpack still exists above 6500' around the Tahoe Sierra. Skiing is spring primo right now, and as you head South along the Sierra, winter conditions still exist above 10,000'. Down South in the High Sierra, Northern facing elevations above 10,000' are still serving winter pow and a variety of other surface conditions exist elsewhere.

Very active week on tap as another in this endless spring series of cold GulfAK lows makes its way into the PacNW and the Sierra. A little difference this week, a mix of the Maui Zaui. That will keep snow levels rather high as abundant subtropical moisture makes its way onshore. Deep low pressure, coupled with a strong jet stream and lots-o-moisture will slam into the Sierra on Tuesday. Winds will increase on Monday night and peak midday Tuesday during the cold front passage. Expect ridge winds gusting in excess of 100mph by Tuesday morning, 30mph in town. Ahead of the front will be the bulk of the moisture, 1-2" H2O forecast for the TSC with snow levels starting 8000'+ and staying 7000'+ through late Tuesday/ until after FROPA. Behind the front, snowlevels will drop to 5500' on the East Side, 4000"- on the West Side of the Tahoe Sierra. A winter storm warning has been issued by NWS Sacto for the West Slope of the Northern Sierra Nevada. There appears to be another shot of cold air/ precip for Thursday keeping temps below normal, precip around and breezy conditions through Saturday. Overall snowfall accumulations by Thursday could be 1-2' along the TSC above 7500'. Below 7000' precip will be mostly in the form of rain, with light snow accumulations late Tuesday night-> Wednesday morn. From Tuesday->Thursday the bulk of the precip will hit the Northern Sierra, with amounts dropping quickly East and South of Tahoe.

Weather should calm down late this week into the weekend. There is the possibility for another round of cooler, unsettled weather the first week of May. Spring will come, maybe by summer......

PWG

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Current NWS Lake Tahoe Forecast
Lake Tahoe Backcountry Forecast
Lake Tahoe Recreational Forecast
Wind Chill Chart

Forecast Links:
National Weather Service Reno
National Weather Service Sacramento
NWS Reno Discussion
NWS Sacramento Discussion

Radar:
Intellicast Reno
Intellicast San Francisco
PacNW
PacSW

Satellite Imagery:
4km IR Loop
16km IR Loop
Central California 1km Visible
GOES-W 12hr WV
GOES NA 24hr WV
Precipitable Water Loop
Past Week's Estimated Precipitation Totals

Forecasting Tools:
Day 1 QPF
Day 2 QPF
Day 3 QPF
Day 4-5 QPF
5 Day Total QPF
California Nevada River Forecast Center
300mb Jetstream Loop
NCEP & HPC Loops Page
Pennsylvania State University Electronic Map Wall
CPC 6-10 Day Outlook
CPC 8-14 Day Outlook

Remote Data:
NWS Reno Local Mountain Remote Data
NWS Surface Observations
Tahoe City
NASA/JPL-UCD Buoys
Truckee Airport
Central Sierra Snow Lab
Sugar Bowl
Squaw Valley GC
Ward Creek
Rubicon
Sonora Pass
Virginia Lakes
Mammoth Mountain Main Lodge
Mammoth Mountain Summit
Reno Airport

Snow Data:
Sierra Avalanche Center
Sierra Avalanche Center Snowpit Profiles and Field Observations
Snowpit Profile Key
Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center
Avalanche.org
California Department of Water Resources
California Snotel Sites
Snotel Narrative
NOAA NOHRSC Interactive Snow Information
NWS Snowpack Analysis

Donner Summit Snowfall History

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Nice weekend, snow on tap

2010-04-18T20:55:00.000-07:00

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

4/18/10 8:55pm

Super nice weekend with sunny skies, warm temps and great snow. Fantastic.

That's all going to change as another later season winter storm is poised to bring another shot of winter our way. The battle of spring v. winter continues.

By Monday night windy conditions will have once again developed over the region as a large area of low pressure in the GulfAK begins to send moisture and dynamics onshore. Winds and precipitation peak on Tuesday during the cold front passage. Much colder temps will linger Wednesday and Thursday. Expect a solid 25F drop in high temps between today and Wednesday. So for Tuesday expect much colder conditions, strong winds and rain/snow switching to all snow. High temps Tues/Wed will be in the 30s to near 40 for Truckee.

As of tonight, Sunday, a winter storm watch has been issued for the Western Slope of the Northern Sierra by NWS Sacto for Tuesday. Snow fall totals (by Wednesday evening) will range from 12"+ around Tahoe to 12-24" above 8000' in the Mammoth area. Snow levels will start out rather high, 6500'+, but will fall below lake level by Tuesday afternoon. There does seems to be post frontal moisture, so light amounts of accumulating snows will fall throughout the Tahoe Basin at lake level.

Warm up looks to hold off until Friday and into the weekend. Next week holds the possibility of still another round of winter weather. Stay tuned.

PWG

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Current NWS Lake Tahoe Forecast
Lake Tahoe Backcountry Forecast
Lake Tahoe Recreational Forecast
Wind Chill Chart

Forecast Links:
National Weather Service Reno
National Weather Service Sacramento
NWS Reno Discussion
NWS Sacramento Discussion

Radar:
Intellicast Reno
Intellicast San Francisco
PacNW
PacSW

Satellite Imagery:
4km IR Loop
16km IR Loop
Central California 1km Visible
GOES-W 12hr WV
GOES NA 24hr WV
Precipitable Water Loop
Past Week's Estimated Precipitation Totals

Forecasting Tools:
Day 1 QPF
Day 2 QPF
Day 3 QPF
Day 4-5 QPF
5 Day Total QPF
California Nevada River Forecast Center
300mb Jetstream Loop
NCEP & HPC Loops Page
Pennsylvania State University Electronic Map Wall
CPC 6-10 Day Outlook
CPC 8-14 Day Outlook

Remote Data:
NWS Reno Local Mountain Remote Data
NWS Surface Observations
Tahoe City
NASA/JPL-UCD Buoys
Truckee Airport
Central Sierra Snow Lab
Sugar Bowl
Squaw Valley GC
Ward Creek
Rubicon
Sonora Pass
Virginia Lakes
Mammoth Mountain Main Lodge
Mammoth Mountain Summit
Reno Airport

Snow Data:
Sierra Avalanche Center
Sierra Avalanche Center Snowpit Profiles and Field Observations
Snowpit Profile Key
Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center
Avalanche.org
California Department of Water Resources
California Snotel Sites
Snotel Narrative
NOAA NOHRSC Interactive Snow Information
NWS Snowpack Analysis

Donner Summit Snowfall History

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Sluggin it out

2010-04-12T21:12:00.000-07:00

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

4/12/10 9:12pm

There is a huge fight going on in Tahoe these days. It involves two of our closest friends. Winter & Spring. Consider it Winter v. Spring. A no holds bar grudge match. Sprinter will happen over the next few days. You know, when there are snow showers along the crest and its 60F in Reno.

Tuesday will feature warmer temps and slight chance of snow showers along the crest. For the next few days we will see sun and clouds with a warming trend making each day warmer. Truckee will near 60F by Sat. We might experience some light precip Wednesday night and again on Friday night. Next storm in a week-next Monday? Possibly.

PWG

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Current NWS Lake Tahoe Forecast
Lake Tahoe Backcountry Forecast
Lake Tahoe Recreational Forecast
Wind Chill Chart

Forecast Links:
National Weather Service Reno
National Weather Service Sacramento
NWS Reno Discussion
NWS Sacramento Discussion

Radar:
Intellicast Reno
Intellicast San Francisco
PacNW
PacSW

Satellite Imagery:
4km IR Loop
16km IR Loop
Central California 1km Visible
GOES-W 12hr WV
GOES NA 24hr WV
Precipitable Water Loop
Past Week's Estimated Precipitation Totals

Forecasting Tools:
Day 1 QPF
Day 2 QPF
Day 3 QPF
Day 4-5 QPF
5 Day Total QPF
California Nevada River Forecast Center
300mb Jetstream Loop
NCEP & HPC Loops Page
Pennsylvania State University Electronic Map Wall
CPC 6-10 Day Outlook
CPC 8-14 Day Outlook

Remote Data:
NWS Reno Local Mountain Remote Data
NWS Surface Observations
Tahoe City
NASA/JPL-UCD Buoys
Truckee Airport
Central Sierra Snow Lab
Sugar Bowl
Squaw Valley GC
Ward Creek
Rubicon
Sonora Pass
Virginia Lakes
Mammoth Mountain Main Lodge
Mammoth Mountain Summit
Reno Airport

Snow Data:
Sierra Avalanche Center
Sierra Avalanche Center Snowpit Profiles and Field Observations
Snowpit Profile Key
Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center
Avalanche.org
California Department of Water Resources
California Snotel Sites
Snotel Narrative
NOAA NOHRSC Interactive Snow Information
NWS Snowpack Analysis

Donner Summit Snowfall History

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Winter holding on....Spring on hold

2010-04-08T19:16:00.000-07:00

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

4/8/10 7:16pm

It seems that winter doesn't want to let go just yet around Tahoe. Springlike feel yesterday and today, but temps start to fall tomorrow and snow is right around the corner once again.

A cold front is making its way though Northern CA/ NW NV tonight which will keep temps down a bit tomorrow. Thursday's highs of upper 50s in Truckee are a thing of the past as temps will begin a downward trend that will last through next week.

Low pressure is forecast to drop down the PacNW coast Friday/ Saturday and finally swing inland Sunday/ Monday. There is some question as to the track of the low and also how much it will split. The two options are a split with the bulk of the energy heading into SoCal, or a lesser split with the bulk of the energy heading into the Central Sierra. Either way it looks like Mammoth will get better chances for snow than Tahoe. Our best chance for precip will be Sunday->Monday as the low swings inland. Right now HPC H2O guidance shows the potential for 1-1.5" of water equivalency during the Sunday-> Monday time frame. So best case scenario is we could see 12"+ along the TSC.

For Saturday, W-SW winds will increase as temps struggle to get out of the 30s in Truckee, 20s @8k. Snow showers could start as early as Saturday evening along the TSC. By Saturday night expect winds to gust 70mph along the crest. Temps on Sunday will be in the mid 30s in Truckee and mid 20s @8k. Snow should develop across the Western side of the basin and Truckee by Sunday night. Snow levels will be 5-6k.

As of right now, unsettled conditions have the potential to persist through next week. The longer range forecast, 7days+ shows the continuing possibility of storms effecting the Sierra through the middle, possibly late in the month. Stay tuned........

PWG

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Current NWS Lake Tahoe Forecast
Lake Tahoe Backcountry Forecast
Lake Tahoe Recreational Forecast
Wind Chill Chart

Forecast Links:
National Weather Service Reno
National Weather Service Sacramento
NWS Reno Discussion
NWS Sacramento Discussion

Radar:
Intellicast Reno
Intellicast San Francisco
PacNW
PacSW

Satellite Imagery:
4km IR Loop
16km IR Loop
Central California 1km Visible
GOES-W 12hr WV
GOES NA 24hr WV
Precipitable Water Loop
Past Week's Estimated Precipitation Totals

Forecasting Tools:
Day 1 QPF
Day 2 QPF
Day 3 QPF
Day 4-5 QPF
5 Day Total QPF
California Nevada River Forecast Center
300mb Jetstream Loop
NCEP & HPC Loops Page
Pennsylvania State University Electronic Map Wall
CPC 6-10 Day Outlook
CPC 8-14 Day Outlook

Remote Data:
NWS Reno Local Mountain Remote Data
NWS Surface Observations
Tahoe City
NASA/JPL-UCD Buoys
Truckee Airport
Central Sierra Snow Lab
Sugar Bowl
Squaw Valley GC
Ward Creek
Rubicon
Sonora Pass
Virginia Lakes
Mammoth Mountain Main Lodge
Mammoth Mountain Summit
Reno Airport

Snow Data:
Sierra Avalanche Center
Sierra Avalanche Center Snowpit Profiles and Field Observations
Snowpit Profile Key
Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center
Avalanche.org
California Department of Water Resources
California Snotel Sites
Snotel Narrative
NOAA NOHRSC Interactive Snow Information
NWS Snowpack Analysis

Donner Summit Snowfall History

Brought to you by http://www.porterstahoe.com/

As the snow falls

2010-04-04T19:53:00.000-07:00

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

4/4/10 7:53pm

Another in the series of endless winter storms is pounding Tahoe tonight.

Winter Storm Warning has been issued. Expect 1-2' along the Sierra Crest as you head from Tahoe South towards Mammoth. Snow to water ratios are in excess of 20:1 tonight. What that means is late season, epic, blower pow for your Monday. I don't really have much to say other than I wish I was going to be able to get out tomorrow. It will be sick. Plain and simple. Do what you need to. Tomorrow will be one of the best days of the season and probably the best day left this season. Check that, it will be the last "best" day of the season. It will be next winter until we have such good quality snow on such a deep base. Ski fast and take chances.

Temps along the TSC are currently in the teens with SW winds 50-80mph. Snow is moderate right now and dark greens and yellows on the radar are starting up the West Slope of the Northern Sierra. Heavy snow will move into the region very soon.

For Monday, temps will be in the low 30s in Truckee and low 20s @8k. Snow will taper late morning and the sun might pop out East of the crest. Snow showers will linger into afternoon along the crest. Tuesday will be partly cloudy as the warm up begins and spring returns. Temps jump 10F Tuesday and another 10F for Wed. That puts us at 40F in Truckee Tuesday, 50F in Truckee Wednesday and upper 50s on Thursday under sunny skies Wed/Thurs. There is a possibility of more weather to begin next weekend.

Bottom line. Monday=epic. Tuesday= get the left overs. Wed=mank.

Get some. Enjoy.

PWG

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Current NWS Lake Tahoe Forecast
Lake Tahoe Backcountry Forecast
Lake Tahoe Recreational Forecast
Wind Chill Chart

Forecast Links:
National Weather Service Reno
National Weather Service Sacramento
NWS Reno Discussion
NWS Sacramento Discussion

Radar:
Intellicast Reno
Intellicast San Francisco
PacNW
PacSW

Satellite Imagery:
4km IR Loop
16km IR Loop
Central California 1km Visible
GOES-W 12hr WV
GOES NA 24hr WV
Precipitable Water Loop
Past Week's Estimated Precipitation Totals

Forecasting Tools:
Day 1 QPF
Day 2 QPF
Day 3 QPF
Day 4-5 QPF
5 Day Total QPF
California Nevada River Forecast Center
300mb Jetstream Loop
NCEP & HPC Loops Page
Pennsylvania State University Electronic Map Wall
CPC 6-10 Day Outlook
CPC 8-14 Day Outlook

Remote Data:
NWS Reno Local Mountain Remote Data
NWS Surface Observations
Tahoe City
NASA/JPL-UCD Buoys
Truckee Airport
Central Sierra Snow Lab
Sugar Bowl
Squaw Valley GC
Ward Creek
Rubicon
Sonora Pass
Virginia Lakes
Mammoth Mountain Main Lodge
Mammoth Mountain Summit
Reno Airport

Snow Data:
Sierra Avalanche Center
Sierra Avalanche Center Snowpit Profiles and Field Observations
Snowpit Profile Key
Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center
Avalanche.org
California Department of Water Resources
California Snotel Sites
Snotel Narrative
NOAA NOHRSC Interactive Snow Information
NWS Snowpack Analysis

Donner Summit Snowfall History

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Thank you sir, may I have another?

2010-04-01T21:34:00.000-07:00

4/2/10 10am UPDATE

WINTER STORM WARNING ISSUED FOR WEST SLOPE OF NORTHERN SIERRA NEVADA
1-2ft of new snow expected by tomorrow morning along the TSC. Up to 1ft possible East of the crest down to 7000' with 6"+ possible along the West Shore

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

4/1/10 9:34pm

Another round of snow is forecast for Friday/ Friday night along the Tahoe Sierra. Overall accumulations will be generally 6"+ along the crest with light accumulations in the more inhabited areas. Winds along the ridges will pick up once again from the SW gusting 60mph in the morning and 100mph by evening. Snow level will hover around lake level for a time but will fall later on. Snow tapers Saturday for a lull between systems as Sunday night Monday will feature another, stronger winter storm. Temps through the next few days will be on the cold side. 30s/40s in Truckee and 20s/30s @ 8k for highs. Teens and 20s for lows.

Looking forward, Sunday seems to be a winner as another in a series of cold low pressure systems from the GulfAK finds its way to Tahoe. We can expect low snow levels and 2'+/- along the crest by Monday night. Tahoe City/ West Shore could see a fresh foot. Weather seems to mellow out mid week next week before another possible storm to kick off the weekend. It's on for sure. Winter cold snow coming to a hill near you.

PWG

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Current NWS Lake Tahoe Forecast
Lake Tahoe Backcountry Forecast
Lake Tahoe Recreational Forecast
Wind Chill Chart

Forecast Links:
National Weather Service Reno
National Weather Service Sacramento
NWS Reno Discussion
NWS Sacramento Discussion

Radar:
Intellicast Reno
Intellicast San Francisco
PacNW
PacSW

Satellite Imagery:
4km IR Loop
16km IR Loop
Central California 1km Visible
GOES-W 12hr WV
GOES NA 24hr WV
Precipitable Water Loop
Past Week's Estimated Precipitation Totals

Forecasting Tools:
Day 1 QPF
Day 2 QPF
Day 3 QPF
Day 4-5 QPF
5 Day Total QPF
California Nevada River Forecast Center
300mb Jetstream Loop
NCEP & HPC Loops Page
Pennsylvania State University Electronic Map Wall
CPC 6-10 Day Outlook
CPC 8-14 Day Outlook

Remote Data:
NWS Reno Local Mountain Remote Data
NWS Surface Observations
Tahoe City
NASA/JPL-UCD Buoys
Truckee Airport
Central Sierra Snow Lab
Sugar Bowl
Squaw Valley GC
Ward Creek
Rubicon
Sonora Pass
Virginia Lakes
Mammoth Mountain Main Lodge
Mammoth Mountain Summit
Reno Airport

Snow Data:
Sierra Avalanche Center
Sierra Avalanche Center Snowpit Profiles and Field Observations
Snowpit Profile Key
Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center
Avalanche.org
California Department of Water Resources
California Snotel Sites
Snotel Narrative
NOAA NOHRSC Interactive Snow Information
NWS Snowpack Analysis

Donner Summit Snowfall History

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What a way to end March

2010-03-31T18:41:00.000-07:00

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

3/31/10 6:41pm

Wild storm the last few days. Super heavy winds along the TSC reached 140mph multiple times. There was a solid 24hr period with 100+mph winds. Snowfall accumulations are topping out around 3ft in locations along the crest. Blower pow and partly sunny skies for all to enjoy today.

Another low pressure system is sliding down the coast tonight bringing rain to the Bay Area. We might see some snow showers overnight but the low is tracking due S along the coast. So not much precip for us. Weather to stay on the colder side Thurs/Fri as another storm looks to brush Tahoe Friday. An update will be issued tomorrow about that. Next larger storm should hit Sunday->Monday with 1-2ft more along the crest.

Breezy conditions will continue along the TSC with strong SW winds forecast for Friday/ Friday night. Snow levels will also rise on Friday to 6500' or higher. South facing aspects are/ will be torched by the sun while North facing aspects will ride good for a few days here. Watch out in the backcountry. Wind slabs have formed farther down slope from the ridge lines than normal due to the super strong winds.

PWG

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Current NWS Lake Tahoe Forecast
Lake Tahoe Backcountry Forecast
Lake Tahoe Recreational Forecast
Wind Chill Chart

Forecast Links:
National Weather Service Reno
National Weather Service Sacramento
NWS Reno Discussion
NWS Sacramento Discussion

Radar:
Intellicast Reno
Intellicast San Francisco
PacNW
PacSW

Satellite Imagery:
4km IR Loop
16km IR Loop
Central California 1km Visible
GOES-W 12hr WV
GOES NA 24hr WV
Precipitable Water Loop
Past Week's Estimated Precipitation Totals

Forecasting Tools:
Day 1 QPF
Day 2 QPF
Day 3 QPF
Day 4-5 QPF
5 Day Total QPF
California Nevada River Forecast Center
300mb Jetstream Loop
NCEP & HPC Loops Page
Pennsylvania State University Electronic Map Wall
CPC 6-10 Day Outlook
CPC 8-14 Day Outlook

Remote Data:
NWS Reno Local Mountain Remote Data
NWS Surface Observations
Tahoe City
NASA/JPL-UCD Buoys
Truckee Airport
Central Sierra Snow Lab
Sugar Bowl
Squaw Valley GC
Ward Creek
Rubicon
Sonora Pass
Virginia Lakes
Mammoth Mountain Main Lodge
Mammoth Mountain Summit
Reno Airport

Snow Data:
Sierra Avalanche Center
Sierra Avalanche Center Snowpit Profiles and Field Observations
Snowpit Profile Key
Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center
Avalanche.org
California Department of Water Resources
California Snotel Sites
Snotel Narrative
NOAA NOHRSC Interactive Snow Information
NWS Snowpack Analysis

Donner Summit Snowfall History

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Coming in HOT!

2010-03-29T21:39:00.000-07:00

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

3/29/10 9:39pm
Forecast pretty much on track other than snow levels might drop a bit quicker than forecast yesterday. That means we will see accumulations more towards the upper end of the spectrum with this storm. Winds are very strong from the S-SW with ridge winds already gusting 120mph+. Rain moved into Truckee this afternoon. Snow levels are staying 7500' or so through late tonight as the cold front will pass before dawn.

Winter Storm Warning has been issued. All the goods that go along with a good storm. Snow should last through Wednesday. The hill will probably be shuttered again tomorrow. Have a fun storm. Be safe. Watch out for the wind. See previous forecast for more details. The new remote weather link on NWS Reno is pretty trick. Is anyone reading this? Go to bed. Pow day tomorrow.

PWG

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Current NWS Lake Tahoe Forecast
Lake Tahoe Backcountry Forecast
Lake Tahoe Recreational Forecast
Wind Chill Chart

Forecast Links:
National Weather Service Reno
National Weather Service Sacramento
NWS Reno Discussion
NWS Sacramento Discussion

Radar:
Intellicast Reno
Intellicast San Francisco
PacNW
PacSW

Satellite Imagery:
4km IR Loop
16km IR Loop
Central California 1km Visible
GOES-W 12hr WV
GOES NA 24hr WV
Precipitable Water Loop
Past Week's Estimated Precipitation Totals

Forecasting Tools:
Day 1 QPF
Day 2 QPF
Day 3 QPF
Day 4-5 QPF
5 Day Total QPF
California Nevada River Forecast Center
300mb Jetstream Loop
NCEP & HPC Loops Page
Pennsylvania State University Electronic Map Wall
CPC 6-10 Day Outlook
CPC 8-14 Day Outlook

Remote Data:
NWS Reno Local Mountain Remote Data
NWS Surface Observations
Tahoe City
NASA/JPL-UCD Buoys
Truckee Airport
Central Sierra Snow Lab
Sugar Bowl
Squaw Valley GC
Ward Creek
Rubicon
Sonora Pass
Virginia Lakes
Mammoth Mountain Main Lodge
Mammoth Mountain Summit
Reno Airport

Snow Data:
Sierra Avalanche Center
Sierra Avalanche Center Snowpit Profiles and Field Observations
Snowpit Profile Key
Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center
Avalanche.org
California Department of Water Resources
California Snotel Sites
Snotel Narrative
NOAA NOHRSC Interactive Snow Information
NWS Snowpack Analysis

Donner Summit Snowfall History

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And It's On!!

2010-03-28T21:35:00.000-07:00

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

3/28/10 9:35pm

Tahoe is about to get served! A Blizzard Watch has been issued by NWS Reno for the Tahoe Basin during the day Tuesday. There is a Winter Storm Watch for the West Slope of the Northern Sierra Nevada. Lots of headlines for the next few days as March goes out firing.

Winds are already gusting into the 80+mph range tonight and are forecast to only get stronger along the ridges. More blow than snow to start this storm out but we will end off with all snow on Wednesday. Basically batten everything down for the next 48hrs.

Strong low pressure in the GulfAK will combine with a 180kt+ PacJet over NorCal on Tuesday. A good plume of moisture will be in place as a very strong cold front driven by the fierce jetstream will pound Tahoe. By Wednesday morning we should be nearing two feet of fresh snow along the Tahoe Sierra Crest, and 8"+ along the West Shore. Snow is forecast to continue through Wednesday.

Winds. Ridge winds will continue to increase during the day Monday-> Monday night before slackening on Tuesday. During the peak event Monday night ridge winds will hit or exceed 130mph from the SW. There is a downslope wind event in the cards as devastating winds could materialize in the Tahoe Basin and along the foothills leading into Western Nevada deserts. Wind gusts of 70mph are possible in the Tahoe Basin Monday night->Tuesday. Dust storms are forecast for Western Nevada.

Precipitation. Precip will start to bank up against the Western Slope by Monday afternoon. Snow levels will start out quite high, 8000' or so and won't drop until the cold front passes Tuesday morning. Tuesday for sure will be a very windy, rain-switching-to-snow day as Tuesday night will be all snow. Windy conditions and snow are forecast to continue through Wednesday night. H2O forecast for the next three day nears 2.5". Total snowfall accumulations look to be 2' along the TSC with 8-12" along the West Shore and 4-8" in Truckee.

There is more snow in the forecast. Later this week, late weekend and next week all have a chance for significant precipitation. No April fools here. This winter will go out strong.

PWG

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Current NWS Lake Tahoe Forecast
Lake Tahoe Backcountry Forecast
Lake Tahoe Recreational Forecast
Wind Chill Chart

Forecast Links:
National Weather Service Reno
National Weather Service Sacramento
NWS Reno Discussion
NWS Sacramento Discussion

Radar:
Intellicast Reno
Intellicast San Francisco
PacNW
PacSW

Satellite Imagery:
4km IR Loop
16km IR Loop
Central California 1km Visible
GOES-W 12hr WV
GOES NA 24hr WV
Precipitable Water Loop
Past Week's Estimated Precipitation Totals

Forecasting Tools:
Day 1 QPF
Day 2 QPF
Day 3 QPF
Day 4-5 QPF
5 Day Total QPF
California Nevada River Forecast Center
300mb Jetstream Loop
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Winter Returns

2010-03-25T20:47:00.000-07:00

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

3/25/10 8:47pm

A few inches of new snow last night, with a few more tonight. 4-5" along the crest last night with another 4" possible this evening. Wind loaded areas tomorrow should ski real well. Wind scoured areas, well not so much. Temperatures were drastically colder today, especially with the winds.

Friday should be a bit warmer as high pressure builds overhead for the weekend. Saturday looks to be a winner with sunny skies. Sunday will be warmer than Saturday with highs in the 50s in Truckee, 40s @ 8k. Heights start to fall Sunday afternoon ahead of a strong cold front Monday. Winds will once again increase out of the SW and become full-on along the ridges by late Monday.

The Pacific Ocean is looking very active with the jet stream forecast to dip into Northern/ Central CA by Tuesday. El Nino is fading but a strong MJO is emerging in the Indian Ocean. Typically El Nino conditions limit the effect the MJO has on the weather pattern over the Eastern Pacific. With the effects of El Nino greatly diminished now, the MJO can effect us all it wants. The upper side of snow totals for next week are in the several foot range, maybe over 3'+ along the Crest. Snow levels should stay below 5gs, and even lower later in the week as the strong GulfAK low drives cold system after cold system into the West Coast. Timing on snow right now looks to be a good shot Monday night, another wetter shot Tuesday-> Wednesday with still another shot late next week.

The best skiing/ riding of the season could be upon us next week with bomber pow and filled in conditions. Stay tuned.

PWG

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Snow Data:
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400

2010-03-22T19:48:00.000-07:00

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

3/22/10 7:48pm

Low pressure kicking East and about to set up shop from Jackson to Denver. For Tahoe fair conditions will persist through Wednesday night. East wind to persist into Tuesday keeping temps in check.

Wednesday night through Friday there is a chance of on-again/off-again snow showers along the TSC. The farther North you go the better the chances of measurable snow. Shasta and Lassen will fair much better that North Lake Tahoe, which will fair better than South Lake Tahoe, with everyone in that group doing better than Mammoth. Yesterday I was a lot more bullish about our chances of snow on Friday, but my feelings are a bit dashed tonight. We are still a few days out so there is still a lot of time to fine tune the forecast.

Good news in the extended. After another warm/ dry weekend there seems to be a major pattern change possible by mid next week. At this time models are in somewhat agreement regarding a wetter, colder period starting mid next week and lasting for 5-7days. It appears as if this will be the last big gasp of winter '09-'10 as deep low pressure develops over the GulfAK driving the storm parade into Western North America including the Sierra. I have good feelings about the last few days of March heading into April.

Temps Tues/Wed in Truckee will top out in the low 50s, mid 40s @8k under mostly sunny skies. Springtime at its best. Enjoy. 400 inches is only a foot away along the TSC.

PWG

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Winter will make a return late this week

2010-03-21T20:26:00.000-07:00

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

3/21/10 8:26pm

There will be snow along the TSC by Thursday->Friday night. A little more windy spring before we get there and a quick return post pardum, but a return to wintery conditions will occur.

Windy up along the crest today as SW winds reached into the 70mph range along the ridges. Breezy even in the lower elevations with temps nearing 60F. Didn't warm up all that much at 8k+ where temps maxed in the lower 30s. Winds will stick around for the next few days, shifting N-NE and increasing in response to low pressure in Eastern NV and high pressure building in from the EPac. Monday will feature West winds early in the day but NE-E winds reach 60mph by Tuesday. Temps will stay on the cooler side due to the easterly surface flow. The next two nights will feature a good freeze at all elevations with day time highs near 50F in Truckee, upper 30's to 40F 28k. Wednesday will be the warmest day under SW flow when temps hit 60F in Truckee.

After Wednesday the storm door opens long enough for a short spurt of energy off the Pacific into WNA (Western North America). Huge low pressure in the GulfAK will spin energy and possibly a cold pool of air over Tahoe Thursday->Friday. It is the second through, due to hit the Sierra Friday that has the potential to drop moderate snowfall on the crest. Saturday looks to be an in-between day. Sunday->Monday could see another shortwave bring snow to the Sierra.

Spring will be quick to return after these few storms. Officially spring began yesterday at 10:32am. If you didn't notice, yesterday also featured the 12 on/ 12 off scenario.

Stay tuned this week as Tahoe will see active weather. A lot of wind and a bit of snow to round out the week. Next weekend should feature fresh snow for all to enjoy! Bring it.

PWG

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Corn Ripening

2010-03-16T19:41:00.000-07:00

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

3/16/10 7:41pm

So we all know it is warm out there. Skiing is real good though. Corn should be ripe very soon. Truth is you need to get used to sun and warm weather because that is what we have for the next 5days(+?).

For Wednesday and Thursday brush by energy from the N-NW and also from the N-NE will give Tahoe the chance for showers. Nothing more than a few sprinkles in town, better organized showers along the crest with the snow level sitting around 8grand. Temps will drop a few degrees Thursday/Friday as cold air filters into the region.

Clear skies return Friday and temps rise back to 10-15F above average through Monday. That's it. After a chance of showers Wed/Thurs the sun returns for the weekend. This weekend will be a classic spring weekend in Tahoe. The kind you just want to be outside and soak it all in.

Good news is that temps will start to drop below freezing at elevation on Thursday. Last night temps @ 9k bottomed out in the mid 30s while 7800' along the TSC couldn't get below 40F. High temps today @ 8k were solidly in the 50s while 9k reached the upper 40s. A little wind over the next few a days along with warm temps will aid consolidation of the snowpack. We are going to get into a great corn cycle as the base is deep, features are filled in and travel in the backcountry is quick and direct. Northerly aspects untouched by the sun will stay chalky.

Hang out and enjoy spring. It feels good. We might see some snow later next week. And there was much rejoicing....

PWG

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Snow Data:
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Taking a break from winter. Is there a return flight?

2010-03-14T21:44:00.000-07:00

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

3/14/10 9:44pm

Fantastic weekend. Just fantastic. Blue Bird. Fresh snow. Cold temps. Great late winter conditions. A+. Lots of stoke going around. Tahoe is at it's finest right now. Filled in with premium surface conditions.

Things change only a little tomorrow. The sun will be in full force, the N-E wind will calm and the temps will climb. Expect highs to get into the 50s @ the lake, near 60F in Truckee through Wednesday. 40s will be common even in the highest elevations. Clouds and winds will start to increase late Tuesday as we run the chance of getting brushed by an inside slider Wednesday/ night. Chances of precip are minimal. One highlight will also be the mid-slope inversions that will develop starting tonight. Expect night time low temps to stay a bit above freezing between 6500-7500 +/- Monday night->Wednesday night as the high pressure peaks overhead.

The weather is going to be pretty mellow over the next week. This pattern is very likely going to last into next weekend. Other than the clouds and a slight chance of light showers Wednesday, it looks like the sun will be doing its thing. Forecasts in the time frame outside 5-7days are really a crap shoot seeing how we are fully in the transitionary season. Models seem to struggle with consistency this time of year. The forecast can change rapidly only one day out. So stay tuned.

There is talk of the storm door opening again during the last few days of March. There is a very good probability (at this point looking forward) we will get one last taste of winter before the snow is lost to the boaters and swimmers.

PWG

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Snow Data:
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Dump Alert

2010-03-11T18:48:00.000-08:00

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

3/11/10 6:48pm

Next storm on tap for late Thursday night through Saturday morning. Forecast right now has a Winter Storm Warning for the Western Slope of the Northern Sierra and a Winter Weather Advisory for Tahoe. Typical Sierra storm, starting off strong, wet and warm and ending with low snow levels and a nice topper. Expect rain to 6500' for a time Friday before the cold front drops it like it's hot. 1'-1.5' expected along the TSC. 3-6" Tahoe City/ Truckee way. SW winds will be heavy Friday with ridge winds will hit 100mph easy. Heaviest snow times out to be overnight Friday-Saturday. H2O forecast tallies close to 1.5" along the Western Crest of the Tahoe Basin. So the forecast from yesterday still looks good, but there is one thing to add. By Saturday the wind direction will switch N and eventually NE-E. By the time this happens the strong winds will subside, but a wind scouring event will happen on N-NE-E aspects along the crest. There is also a chance that this system will be quick enough to shift East which will make Saturday a possible blue-bird pow day. I think it is safer to say that the sun will be out along the crest by afternoon. Kinda sucks seeing how this is going to be the last shot of decent snow for at least a week. Possibly longer.

Starting Sunday skies will be clear and a warm ridge city sets up. Really warm ridge city. 60F in Truckee Tuesday? Yep. Spring arrives Sunday. Just with the time change. Remember to set your clocks ahead Saturday night. Riding on Sunday comes around an hour earlier.

By Tuesday a full on corn cycle should develop on South facing aspects. Due to the high pressure overhead temps might not drop below freezing Wed/Thurs @ elevation. Be mindful of the first big warm up and how the snowpack will react. There will be an avalanche cycle Friday night/ Saturday morning as this heavy new snow will sit on the dry, powdery snow from Tuesday night (on N->E aspects where the cold snow lasted these last two days). As it gets warmer on Tuesday/ Wednesday wet slab avalanches are possible due to intense solar radiation. Get out early to avoid the risk. Afternoon's will be sunny and warm. Great for beer drinkin.

The last few days of March could bring one last breakthrough of the Westerlies. This is good news for snow lovers.

PWG

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Winter continues, spring break next week

2010-03-10T20:35:00.000-08:00

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

3/10/10 8:35pm

The good word is that snow quality was A+ today. Tomorrow the snow will change a bit as warm temps and increasing humidities manktify the lower elevations. Overall Thursday will be a great day to ski/ride nonetheless. If you can get out, do so. It will be sweet.

Next storm on tap for late Thursday night through Saturday morning. Forecast right now has a winter storm watch for the Western Slope of the Northern Sierra and snow advisories (maybe the WSW?) for Tahoe? Typical Sierra storm, starting off strong, wet and warm and ending with low snow levels and a nice topper. Expect rain to 6500' for a time Friday before the cold front drops it like it's hot. 1'+ possible along the TSC. 3-6" Tahoe City/ Truckee way. SW winds will be heavy Thursday night into Friday with ridge winds 100mph easy. Heaviest snow times out (right now) to overnight Friday-Saturday. H2O forecast tallies close to 1.5" along the Western Crest of the Tahoe Basin. More to come tomorrow as we get one last storm and then ridge city. Warm ridge city. Really warm ridge city. 60F in Truckee Tuesday? Say it ain't so.

Temps Thursday will top out in the 40s in Truckee, upper 30s @ 8k. Temps start to jump Sunday.

PWG

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Snow Data:
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Blower Wednesday

2010-03-09T18:59:00.000-08:00

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

3/9/10 6:59pm

Fresh snow for Wednesday along the crest. 6"+/- of cold, dry, blower pow. The cold goodness of March. Get it while you can, because it will get warm soon. Don't even want to talk about next week's balmy temps. Forget about it. Go ski/ ride Wednesday. It's going to be good and cold. High temps in the 20s @ elevation and breezy. Cold smoke under your feet. Nuff said. Enjoy!
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Brrrrrr...

2010-03-08T20:58:00.000-08:00

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

3/8/10 8:58pm

Big news for Tuesday/ Wednesday will be the cold temps. Nighttime lows near 10F, and daytime highs topping out in the low 30s in Truckee, 20s @ elevation. Winds will be breezy at times as a few weak impulses bring chances of precip to the Sierra. Tonight a few inches of new snow are possible in areas where scattered showers deliver. Tuesday will feature clouds and sun turning mostly cloudy with snow developing in the late afternoon/ evening. Ridge winds will get back to 70+mph from the W-SW Tuesday night. Wednesday will be cold with a slight chance of light snow. Total accumulations by Wednesday night along the Tahoe Sierra Crest won't get much better than 6-8".

Moderating temps late in the week. Possible chance for precip/ higher elevation snow Friday night-> Saturday. Next week looks spring like with temps in the mid 50s in Truckee. It will sure feel different after the time change Saturday and warm temps a few days later. The end of March is on track to bring another shot of winter. Spring is not far away......

-PWG
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Rubicon
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NWS Snowpack Analysis

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Great weekend, snow on the way

2010-03-07T19:30:00.000-08:00

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

3/7/10 7:30pm

Blue bird morning giving way to some snow showers later in the day today. Great day to be outdoors as temps rose well into the mid 40s, 30s @8k. Winds were calm most of today but have since switched SW and are picking up steam. Strong cold front should pass through the region Monday as an outside slider drops along the coast. Expect colder temps and snow tomorrow with SW winds gusting to 60+mph along the ridges. Accumulations along the TSC have a good chance of reaching 4-6". There is more snow possible Tuesday. Overall skies will be cloudy with some sun away from the crest.

There is more snow possible Friday night-> Saturday, with the potential for moderate snowfall. Skiing and riding have been great all week and we are going to see a nice topper freshen things up over the next few days.

Cold temps Monday->Tuesday will keep the snow in great condition. Temps in Truckee will stay in the 30s until Wednesday as we will see a 10F+ jump in temps on Thursday to near 50F. 20s @ 8k warming into the 30s late in the week.

Tahoe will see another fine week of skiing/ riding with fresh snow, cold temps and then clearing mid week. Enjoy!

-PWG
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Remote Data:
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Snow Data:
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Snowpit Profile Key
Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center
Avalanche.org
California Department of Water Resources
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NOAA NOHRSC Interactive Snow Information
NWS Snowpack Analysis

Donner Summit Snowfall History

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Mid Week Delight

2010-03-03T07:42:00.000-08:00

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

3/3/10 7:42am

Winter Storm Warning issued for the West Slope of the Northern Sierra Nevada for today and a Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for the Tahoe Basin. H2O forecast for the next 24hrs is ~1.7" for the West side of the crest. Temps are in the teens @ 8k with S-SW winds 40-50mph gusting 65+mph. Expect winds to increase to near 80mph as the cold front passes today. Very cold system will create favorable snow to water ratios of 12:1 and better, so 1.5' of fresh, blower pow along the crest is reasonable. Elevations above 9000' could easily see 2'. At lake level, 3-6" is expected. Snow should taper to showers late tonight.

Thursday will be a great day of skiing so get out and enjoy.

The weekend is not looking as stormy as previously forecast. What was once to be a big storm, might actually turn out to be nothing more than snow showers. Current consensus is that the GulfAK low will cut off and slowly meander down the CA Coast, finally pushing onshore in SoCal. The track of the low is uncertain at this time, which is causing the problems in locking in snowfall amounts. Right now the track looks to be off shore far enough to give coastal CA rain while leaving the Sierra out of the juice. Yes, the Sierra Stiff Arm. Then, we could also see a period of moderate snow Saturday. More to come as we get closer.

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CPC 6-10 Day Outlook
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Remote Data:
NWS Reno Local Mountain Remote Data
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Tahoe City
NASA/JPL-UCD Buoys
Truckee Airport
Central Sierra Snow Lab
Sugar Bowl
Squaw Valley GC
Ward Creek
Rubicon
Sonora Pass
Virginia Lakes
Mammoth Mountain Main Lodge
Mammoth Mountain Summit
Reno Airport

Snow Data:
Sierra Avalanche Center
Sierra Avalanche Center Snowpit Profiles and Field Observations
Snowpit Profile Key
Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center
Avalanche.org
California Department of Water Resources
California Snotel Sites
Snotel Narrative
NOAA NOHRSC Interactive Snow Information
NWS Snowpack Analysis

Donner Summit Snowfall History

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Snow today, cold smoke tomorrow

2010-03-02T06:50:00.000-08:00

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

3/2/10 6:50am

Cloudy skies this morning and breezy winds along the TSC. Temps in the 20s @ elevation with SW-S winds gusting over 60mph. Bogies on the radar in the Central Valley starting to light up the Western Slope of the Northern Sierra. Only a few inches of snow forecast for today as the main dynamics will hit Shasta. So expect windy conditions and light snow along the crest.

As for Wednesday, the next part of this system, born from the Bering Sea swings into the region dropping snow levels to <4500' and has the potential to drop 1'+ of the blower powder. Very cold storm and favorable snow to water ratios. Temps in Truckee 41F today, 31F tomorrow. Mid 20s @ 8k today, mid teens tomorrow. Ridge winds will stay near 70mph+ for tonight and tomorrow. Total snowfall accumulations will near 2' along the TSC by late Wednesday.

The snow Wednesday/ Thursday will be blower, epic, over the head pure shizzle. Go get some! Call in sick for sure.

More snow Friday night/ Saturday.

-PWG
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Precipitable Water Loop
Past Week's Estimated Precipitation Totals

Forecasting Tools:
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California Nevada River Forecast Center
300mb Jetstream Loop
NCEP & HPC Loops Page
Pennsylvania State University Electronic Map Wall
CPC 6-10 Day Outlook
CPC 8-14 Day Outlook

Remote Data:
NWS Reno Local Mountain Remote Data
NWS Surface Observations
Tahoe City
NASA/JPL-UCD Buoys
Truckee Airport
Central Sierra Snow Lab
Sugar Bowl
Squaw Valley GC
Ward Creek
Rubicon
Sonora Pass
Virginia Lakes
Mammoth Mountain Main Lodge
Mammoth Mountain Summit
Reno Airport

Snow Data:
Sierra Avalanche Center
Sierra Avalanche Center Snowpit Profiles and Field Observations
Snowpit Profile Key
Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center
Avalanche.org
California Department of Water Resources
California Snotel Sites
Snotel Narrative
NOAA NOHRSC Interactive Snow Information
NWS Snowpack Analysis

Donner Summit Snowfall History

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Riding is great and about to get deeper!

2010-02-28T21:50:00.000-08:00

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

2/28/10 9:50pm

Active pattern to continue this next week as Tahoe should see two storm systems. Dropping from the GofAK, low pressure will bring winds and precip Tuesday and again Wednesday. Tuesday will feature snow levels ~5500' while on Wednesday snow levels drop 1k. The Northern and Central Sierra look to be favored this go around. Still, snowfall totals will be moderate, 1-2' above 7000' with a few inches at lake level. Another round of snow seems probable for Friday-Sunday. This system should be colder than Wednesday, with snow levels ~4500'. Models are showing different solutions for the weekends storm, both in timing and also intensity. On the low end, another 1-2' while the high end would be 3-4' with snow showers tapering Sunday. This next week looks to be good regardless. Still beyond there is a possibility of another system 3/11->3/15. Let's not ge ahead of ourselves.

Today was a good one. High temps in the 40s in Truckee and mid 30s @ 8k. Winds were non existent through most of the day but by 5pm the N-NE breeze picked up and cooled temps off quickly at upper elevations. Mammoth had a different day with temps in the teens @ 10k, and a still N-NE wind gusting to 58mph around 2pm. On Mt Rose @ 2pm there was barely a measurable wind.

Monday will be fair and warm as temps reach 50F in Truckee, 40F @ 8k. Clouds will be on the increase as the day goes. SE winds will switch S and increase as well. Low pressure will bring precip to the Tahoe Basin by midday Tuesday. There will be another colder round on Wednesday. Showers could possibly linger into Thursday as the trough reloads with another system for the weekend. Winds will get quite gusty on Tuesday lasting into Wednesday. Temps in Truckee will drop back into the 30s, 20s @8k.

All of this is subject to revision tomorrow when a completely different scenario is likely.

As for the snow. My best advice is to go as high as you can and stay out of the sun. It is March now and the sun angle is getting higher by the day. Late yesterday and again today intense solar radiation torched the snow. Anything that has seen sun has a breakable crust. Aspects that were sheltered from last night's N-NE breeze and has not seen any sun are skiing great. Unfortunately snow under 7500' was extremely wet on Saturday and has become melt/freeze mank. Tomorrow this lower elevation snow might ski better, but when the goods exist on high elevation N-NE aspects, there is no need to screw around. There is once again great snow to be ridden.

-PWG
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Precipitable Water Loop
Past Week's Estimated Precipitation Totals

Forecasting Tools:
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Day 2 QPF
Day 3 QPF
Day 4-5 QPF
5 Day Total QPF
California Nevada River Forecast Center
300mb Jetstream Loop
NCEP & HPC Loops Page
Pennsylvania State University Electronic Map Wall
CPC 6-10 Day Outlook
CPC 8-14 Day Outlook

Remote Data:
NWS Reno Local Mountain Remote Data
NWS Surface Observations
Tahoe City
NASA/JPL-UCD Buoys
Truckee Airport
Central Sierra Snow Lab
Sugar Bowl
Squaw Valley GC
Ward Creek
Rubicon
Sonora Pass
Virginia Lakes
Mammoth Mountain Main Lodge
Mammoth Mountain Summit
Reno Airport

Snow Data:
Sierra Avalanche Center
Sierra Avalanche Center Snowpit Profiles and Field Observations
Snowpit Profile Key
Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center
Avalanche.org
California Department of Water Resources
California Snotel Sites
Snotel Narrative
NOAA NOHRSC Interactive Snow Information
NWS Snowpack Analysis

Donner Summit Snowfall History

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Thick like bull

2010-02-27T21:33:00.000-08:00

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

2/27/10 9:33pm

Fresh snow today was a bit on the heavy side. Temps stayed a bit warmer than the forecast called for which brought the cement to Tahoe. Upside is we'll be skiing it till May. Longevity over powder. Snowfall totals ended up on the low side of the forecast as a result of temps. ~18"+/- along the TSC.

Sunday looks to be sunny with light winds. A few clouds/ high clouds might filter through but the clouds/fog of today will be absent. Temps Sunday into the 40s in Truckee and mid 30s @ 8k. Next storm on Tuesday->Wednesday and again Friday. Next weeks snows should be colder with snow levels <5000'. More to come tomorrow as the storm train should persist for 7-10days with a storm every 3.

-PWG
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Central California 1km Visible
GOES-W 12hr WV
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Precipitable Water Loop
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Forecasting Tools:
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Day 2 QPF
Day 3 QPF
Day 4-5 QPF
5 Day Total QPF
California Nevada River Forecast Center
300mb Jetstream Loop
NCEP & HPC Loops Page
Pennsylvania State University Electronic Map Wall
CPC 6-10 Day Outlook
CPC 8-14 Day Outlook

Remote Data:
NWS Reno Local Mountain Remote Data
NWS Surface Observations
Tahoe City
NASA/JPL-UCD Buoys
Truckee Airport
Central Sierra Snow Lab
Sugar Bowl
Squaw Valley GC
Ward Creek
Rubicon
Sonora Pass
Virginia Lakes
Mammoth Mountain Main Lodge
Mammoth Mountain Summit
Reno Airport

Snow Data:
Sierra Avalanche Center
Sierra Avalanche Center Snowpit Profiles and Field Observations
Snowpit Profile Key
Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center
Avalanche.org
California Department of Water Resources
California Snotel Sites
Snotel Narrative
NOAA NOHRSC Interactive Snow Information
NWS Snowpack Analysis

Donner Summit Snowfall History

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Pacific Powerhouse

2010-02-25T20:56:00.000-08:00

Lake Tahoe Area Weather and Snowpack Information

2/25/10 8:56pm

The Skinny: Snow and rain will start mid-day tomorrow and persist through Saturday morning. Today's guidance shows this system trending a little bit warmer and will suffer a bit more split, sending the best moisture and dynamics South of Tahoe. Mammoth and the Southern Sierra will see 3-4' of new snow. Tahoe will see 1-2' above 7000' and 2-3' above 9000' along the Western Crest. Tahoe City and Truckee will see far less due to snow levels starting out ~7000'+. 6" or so for Tahoe City with lesser amounts as one gets below 6000'.

Temps @ 8000' will top out just around freezing with temps near 40F in Truckee. High temps drop 5F for Saturday. Winds will be breezy, S-SW 15-25 with ridge winds 60->90+mph. Gusts on Saturday will be generally <50mph.

This is a typical California storm. Coming in hot and leaving cool. Cement with a blower topper. Have a great weekend!

-PWG
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Lake Tahoe Backcountry Forecast
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Forecast Links:
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Satellite Imagery:
4km IR Loop
16km IR Loop
Central California 1km Visible
GOES-W 12hr WV
GOES NA 24hr WV
Precipitable Water Loop
Past Week's Estimated Precipitation Totals

Forecasting Tools:
Day 1 QPF
Day 2 QPF
Day 3 QPF
Day 4-5 QPF
5 Day Total QPF
California Nevada River Forecast Center
300mb Jetstream Loop
NCEP & HPC Loops Page
Pennsylvania State University Electronic Map Wall
CPC 6-10 Day Outlook
CPC 8-14 Day Outlook

Remote Data:
NWS Reno Local Mountain Remote Data
NWS Surface Observations
Tahoe City
NASA/JPL-UCD Buoys
Truckee Airport
Central Sierra Snow Lab
Sugar Bowl
Squaw Valley GC
Ward Creek
Rubicon
Sonora Pass
Virginia Lakes
Mammoth Mountain Main Lodge
Mammoth Mountain Summit
Reno Airport

Snow Data:
Sierra Avalanche Center
Sierra Avalanche Center Snowpit Profiles and Field Observations
Snowpit Profile Key
Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center
Avalanche.org
California Department of Water Resources
California Snotel Sites
Snotel Narrative
NOAA NOHRSC Interactive Snow Information
NWS Snowpack Analysis

Donner Summit Snowfall History

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