TL;DR:
Sunny and clear today with a few inches of snow coming late Wednesday and Thursday. More snow next week but only 5-10 inches.
Nowcast:
It is very hazy down in the valley today, but at elevation, it
should be clear. The deep inversion that we are experiencing has flipped the temperatures
on their heads. Base temps will be around 20°F with peaks being close to 30°F.
It will be totally clear today with little to no clouds so be prepared when
being out on the snow.
Short term:
We have a small short-wave trough moving through late tomorrow
that could bring a few inches to the Wasatch. Temps will drop when the front moves
in with highs being around 22°F. Clouds will move in Wednesday afternoon
and last through Thursday. I expect only around 1-4 inches of snow depending on elevation.
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Long term:
This weekend will remain cold with highs in the mid to high
20s. There won’t be any more precipitation over the weekend but there might be
something on Monday and Tuesday of next week. Unfortunately, the main area of vorticity
and moisture will hit primarily in southern Utah. We might still get 5-10
inches, but it's still too far out to make an accurate snowfall estimate.
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| U of U Atmospheric Science |
Backcountry comments:
Avalanche danger remains low with the lack of new snowfall. Surface
hoar has been seen today throughout the Wasatch. North faces will experience intense
sun today so expect slightly softer snow but watch for obstacles that might be
lingering under areas with thin cover.
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