Tag: Snow
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Up to 18 inches of snow could hit some Colorado mountains this week
It’s looking like consistent snow is finally starting to be a reality in Colorado’s mountainous terrain as the ski season gets underway. Fresh flakes on the Front Range, however, continue to be unlikely. Per the latest snowfall forecast from the National Weather Service, parts of Colorado could get between 12 and 18 inches of snow…
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DON’T FREEZE THIS WINTER: Here’s how long it takes for frostbite to occur at various temps and wind speeds
When it comes to exploring Colorado’s mountains, one big factor that tends get ignored during prep is the wind forecast. Wind in Colorado can get extremely strong and varies quite a bit by location, elevation, and timing, making it crucial to heed warnings found on websites like the National Weather Service and Mountain-Forecast.com when planning for an…
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Up to 12″ of snow this weekend in Colorado with widespread ‘risk of heavy snow’ on the way
Finally! Finally! More snow is set to fall in Colorado! With statewide snowpack at just 17 percent of what’s typical for November 14 – less snowpack than about 36 of 38 seasons since 1987 – the National Weather Service has announced that widespread snow will fall this weekend. While most mountains should get a dusting…
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12-day stretch set to bring ‘risk of heavy snow’ to Colorado mountains
It’s been a dry fall thus far in Colorado, but hopeful slopesport enthusiasts should keep their fingers crossed as mid-November hits. Per mapping from the National Weather Service, there’s an extended chance of heavy snow hitting the state’s mountains over upcoming days. Each day during the snow season, the National Weather Service publishes a ‘risk…
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Latest snow storm for Colorado stalls, 6-12″ still forecast into next week
The following 7- to 9-day period could deliver more snow daily up to Thanksgiving Day The constantly evolving weekend forecast for Colorado’s ski areas and resorts has changed, again, but remains promising as moderate amounts of snow will more than likely fall from between Friday to Sunday. Next week’s forecast offers up more snow for…
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Denver’s ‘first snow’ of season likely to be at least 3rd-latest since 1882
It’s November 6 and the Mile High City is yet to get its first snow of the season. Among the many weather statistics tracked by the National Weather Service, this is one of them, with long-term data showing that Denver’s average ‘first measurable snowfall’ (0.1 inches or more) occurs on October 18. Obviously, that date…
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Snow storms return to Colorado soonish, but state has to weather warm spell first
The snow forecast in Colorado’s high country to start November has the state’s ski areas starting off rather dry, with mild temperatures, some wind and overall dryness for the first seven days. But a change is brewing as better chances for snow arrive both for the second weekend of the month and the second week…
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Next snow storm in Colorado likely 7-8 days out, state’s high country remains dry as November begins
Colorado’s mountains and subsequent ski areas and resorts gracing their slopes will receive no natural snow over the last couple of days of October. A weak disturbance 7-8 days out could bring a few inches to northern and northwestern Colorado shortly before the second weekend of November, otherwise above-average day-time high temperatures and seasonal-average night-time…
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6 to 8 more inches of snow could hit mountain range in Colorado
Another round of widespread snow (flurries) are set to hit Colorado this week, and while the state hasn’t really had a major winter storm yet this season, it’s a reminder of what’s on the way. This round of snow should favor central and northern Colorado, with the Park Range north of Rabbit Ears Pass being…
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Widespread snow this weekend in Colorado – here’s where to expect it and how much will land
Another round of snow is expected to hit Colorado this weekend, likely to be widespread in the mountain region. That said, don’t expect big totals quite yet – though accumulation could still impact outdoor recreation. Per reporting from the National Weather Service, the northern mountains should get hit the hardest through Monday morning, though this…