Atmospheric river setting up for California
The first moderate to strong atmospheric river (AR) of this Fall/Winter is on the horizon for California betwe..
Does elevation affect temperature? It sure does
Does elevation affect temperature? The answer is yes. But meteorology, like other sciences, isn’t quite ..
How do weather models work?
Weather forecasters often talk about the computer models they use to help predict the weather. But what are th..
Snow Before You Go returns in November
Can’t wait to hit the slopes? Wait. Check Meteorologist Chris Tomer’s predictions before you pack the ..
Here comes La Niña: The little girl may pack big northern snows
It’s time to talk about the weather and those twin weather-makers that make a difference in whether we&#..
US: Winter 21/22 Long-Range Weather Forecast
With everything going on in 2021, we’re looking forward to the 21/22 winter season now more than ever. W..
Snow science: How mountains make snow
It’s bound to happen at some point this season. After a long day of skiing six inches of powder at your ..
Does wind affect snow? You bet it does and it’s good and bad
While wind may not be the best friend of a cold skier who’s duking out an internal battle between the de..
Can it snow when temps are above freezing?
If you’ve ever been on a chairlift when warmer temperatures call for rain but instead noticed snowflakes..
Jackson Hole Snow 101; know weather patterns like a local
Want to feel like a Jackson local? Check out our overview about Jackson Hole’s geography and weather pattern..
Storm chasing: How to line up the perfect snowstorm
You watch it move from the upper left corner of the weather map—that beautiful blue magenta blob—and your ..
What’s a SNOTEL site and why does it matter?
SNOTEL sites are the unsung heroes of weather stations for skiers and snowboarders in the western United State..