Wyoming SNOW REPORT
April 27 2024
New snowfall across
Wyoming
today, with
Cold Springs
receiving up to
12” of
new snowfall, raising snowpack levels up to
22”.
Snowpack levels across the state are currently 86% of normal.
The deepest snowpack in Wyoming
was last observed at
Grand Targhee
with a
snowpack depth of
98”,
about 87%
of normal when compared to it's
112"
average depth for this time of year.
Brooklyn Lake,
perched at an elevation of
10,240 ft.,
is currently experiencing some of the coldest temps in
Wyoming
with air temps last recorded at
30 degrees.
More snowfall is expected this week, and areas like
Brooklyn Lake
are forecasted to receive up to
17"
of snowfall in the next 5 days.
The snowpack conditions in Wyoming vary across different mountain ranges, influencing the state's water supply, runoff rivers, and watersheds. The Wind River Range, Absaroka Range, and the Tetons are major contributors. Snow accumulation in the mountains during winter is crucial as it slowly melts and feeds into the state's rivers and reservoirs during spring and summer. Wyoming's winter climate is characterized by cold temperatures, heavy snowfall, and strong winds. Snow science plays a vital role in understanding snowpack dynamics, avalanche forecasting, and water resource management. Wyoming has a rich history of snow science, with the first snow survey being conducted in the state in 1905. The information gathered from snow surveys helps in predicting water availability, managing flood risks, and ensuring sustainable water use across the state. Multiple sources including the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the Wyoming Water Development Office (WWDO) can provide accurate and detailed information on snowpack conditions in specific mountain ranges and their impact on Wyoming's water resources.
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