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SNOTEL Data: The Current Western US Snowpack - SWE % Of Normal – January 2, 2019

SNOTEL Data: The Current Western US Snowpack – SWE % Of Normal – January 2, 2019

Happy New Year! Can you believe it’s already 2019? Now seems like a good time to take a quick look at the current snowpack across the mountain west. It doesn’t seem like anywhere is super snorkel-worthy. In fact most places are below average snowpack – with a handful of exceptions. Hopefully you have lots of snow in your zone!

Let’s take a look at the snow data for the western US compared to…

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You checked the snails into a hotel?!

My boyfriend upon hearing my terrarium would be in the care of the local cafe owner while I traveled for Golden Week

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SNOTEL Data: The Current Western US Snowpack - SWE % Of Normal – April 1, 2018

SNOTEL Data: The Current Western US Snowpack – SWE % Of Normal – April 1, 2018

It’s April 1st, but this isn’t an April’s Fool joke. This is the latest SNOTEL data for the western US. March was a snowy month and most of the southern states played a bit of catch up on snowpack, but the north is still winning. Many of the best mountain ranges are plastered in snow and the for backcountry skiers the winter is just beginning. Let’s take a look at the snow data for the western US…

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SNOTEL Data: The Current Western US Snowpack - SWE % Of Normal – March 1, 2018

SNOTEL Data: The Current Western US Snowpack – SWE % Of Normal – March 1, 2018

Is it really already March? Time flies when you’re having fun. There’s a lot of snow out there if you’re in the right places. If you’re zone is suffering from low tide, it’s time for a road trip. Hopefully the spring will bring lots of snow and we’ll all be skiing powder! Let’s take a look at the snow data for the western US compared to normal. Below is the Westwide SNOTEL Current Snow Water…

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SNOTEL Data: The Current Western US Snowpack - SWE % Of Normal – February 1, 2018

SNOTEL Data: The Current Western US Snowpack – SWE % Of Normal – February 1, 2018

It’s February and winter should be in full swing, but it’s been rough for the Mountain West overall. While many spots are slowly playing catch up, there are a still a few spots where the snowfall is above average. If you’re not having the white winter that you’re dreaming of, it’s time to head to Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, or Washington. Bring your ski kit and get ready to ski pow. It’s time for a…

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SNOTEL Data: The Current Western US Snowpack - SWE % Of Normal – December 25, 2017

SNOTEL Data: The Current Western US Snowpack – SWE % Of Normal – December 25, 2017

Happy Holidays! We hope you’re going to make some holiday turns to finish out the 2017 calendar year. There’s lots of snow out there if you’re in the right places. Of course, if you’re suffering from low tide syndrome, it’s time to head to Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem – maybe Cooke City?. It’s been off the hook in the GYE and there’s more snow in the forecast. Let’s take a look at the snow data…

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SNOTEL Data: The Current Western US Snowpack - SWE % Of Normal – December 13, 2017

SNOTEL Data: The Current Western US Snowpack – SWE % Of Normal – December 13, 2017

It’s mid December, but it’s not looking like a white winter across the western US. Based on the social media vibe and the SNOTEL data, most zones in the mountain west are looking bleak. It’s full on low tide in zones like Utah and Colorado. Hopefully things turn around quickly, but in the meantime, it might be time to road trip to the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem if you’re itching to make some…

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SNOTEL Data: The Current Western US Snowpack - SWE % Of Normal – December 1, 2017

SNOTEL Data: The Current Western US Snowpack – SWE % Of Normal – December 1, 2017

December is here and that means that it’s time to go skiing! Snow is on the ground and the mountains are starting to get covered in their annual blanket of white. Some zones are off to a stellar start to the winter, while others are lagging a bit behind. Is it time for an early season skiing road trip? Let’s take a look at the snow data for the western US compared to normal. Below is the Westwide…

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