WASHINGTON SNOW REPORT
November 21 2024
New snowfall across
Washington
today, with
Nohrsc 21A07 - Easy Pass Am
receiving up to
23” of
new snowfall, raising snowpack levels up to
69”.
Nohrsc Grouse Camp,
perched at an elevation of
5,398.88 ft.,
is currently experiencing some of the coldest temps in
Washington
with air temps last recorded at
26 degrees.
More snowfall is expected this week, and areas like
Buckinghorse
are forecasted to receive up to
45"
of snowfall in the next 5 days.
Weather Alerts
Central Panhandle Mountains
Northern Panhandle; Northeast Mountains
Coastal Waters From Cape ...
Mason, WA
| Statewide Snowpack |
39.0%
Of Normal |
| Coldest Location |
26°
Nohrsc Grouse Camp |
| Top 5-Day Forecast |
45"
Buckinghorse |
| Deepest Snowpack |
69"
Nohrsc 21A07 - Easy Pass Am |
| Most Snowfall Past 24 Hours |
23"
Nohrsc 21A07 - Easy Pass Am |
Forecast Model
Summary
Snowpack conditions in Washington vary across different mountain ranges, providing crucial water resources for the state. The Cascades, Olympics, and eastern mountains contribute significantly to snow accumulation. The snowpack feeds into several runoff rivers and watersheds, including the Columbia, Yakima, and Skagit rivers, which play a vital role in irrigation, hydropower, and salmon habitats.
Winter climate characteristics in Washington involve a mix of maritime and continental influences. The mountains experience heavy precipitation, resulting in ample snow accumulation. The state's proximity to the Pacific Ocean and the presence of the Olympic and Cascade ranges create a rain shadow effect, leading to drier conditions east of these mountains.
Washington has a rich history in snow science and exploration. Mount Rainier, the state's highest peak, is the most extensively glaciated mountain in the contiguous United States. Notably, the Paradise Ranger Station on Mount Rainier holds the world record for the most annual snowfall at a single location, with over 93 feet recorded in the winter of 1971-1972.