* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 2 feet. Higher amounts possible above 10000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph will lead to blowing snow and reduced visibility. * WHERE...Sierra Madre Range and Snowy Range. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation could become life threatening to those caught unprepared for severe winter conditions. Hikers and snowmobilers may easily become disoriented. Frostbite and hypothermia can develop quickly. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility and lead to dangerous travel conditions. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Very strong winds could cause tree damage.
No new snow to report today, with snowpack levels sitting at 9.0". Weather today, widespread blowing snow after 8am. mostly sunny, with a high near 13. wind chill values between -10 and -20. windy, with a west wind 30 to 40 mph, with gusts as high as 60 mph. Up to 23" of more snowfall forecasted over the next 5 days.
Snow Water Equivalent (SWE) shows how much water the snow holds. This is ideal for year-to-year tracking of real snowfall and water resources. Measurements from Brooklyn Lake.
Snowpack depth measures how much snow has accumulated in the area. This is a key indicator of powder quality, trail coverage, and how epic your runs are going to be this season at Snowy Range.
Recent air temperature fluctuations at Snowy Range impact snow quality and stability, from powder to slush.
The Snowy Range Ski Resort is located in the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest in southeastern Wyoming, United States. The resort is situated within the Snowy Range Mountains, a sub-range of the larger Medicine Bow Mountains.
Some of the prominent peaks in the Snowy Range Mountains include Medicine Bow Peak, Sugarloaf Mountain, and Browns Peak. The resort offers skiing and snowboarding opportunities on these mountains, with a variety of runs catering to all levels of experience.
The Snowy Range Ski Resort also features a vertical drop of over 1,000 feet, with the summit elevation reaching around 10,000 feet. The resort boasts stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forests, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts in the region.
The resort offers 27 runs, including some of the best beginner and intermediate slopes in the area. Snowy Range also boasts a historical fact that most people may not know - it was once a training ground for the 10th Mountain Division during World War II. For beginner skiers, the resort offers a dedicated learning area with a magic carpet lift and gentle slopes. As for après-ski, the Snowy Mountain Brewery is a popular spot to grab a drink and relax after a day on the slopes.
The ski area received 0" of new snowfall since yesterday.
Weather today, widespread blowing snow after 8am. mostly sunny, with a high near 13. wind chill values between -10 and -20. windy, with a west wind 30 to 40 mph, with gusts as high as 60 mph.
Snowy Range is expected to receive up to 22.5" of new snowfall in the next 5 days.