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Sunday, November 13, 2011

"S" Word Update

I have already encountered some questions about whether we will see some snow this week. For an update, the models have not favored a scenario for snow around the Pac NW. Over the past 3 model runs, specifically the UW WRF (Weather Research Forecasting) model has 'warmed' temperatures up just enough on Thursday and Friday that any moisture around would probably fall as rain first...and maybe a heavier shower could see some wet snow mixed in.

First off, there is no terrifically organized system moving in with the cold so the moisture maker is limited. Pockets of showers could be expected but once again, those would be limited and sparse. Not to mention, hard to predict exact locations. One brighter side to this is that a Puget Sound Convergence Zone could set up once the upper level trough moves through which could enhance precip and bring down the snow level in localized locations.

Will continue updates through the week as more information can be gathered.

2 comments:

  1. Ha! We have a chance for snow in Billings in the forecast for the next 8 days. We've got plenty to share!

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  2. Please do! We would like a shipment in about 2 days :)

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