Hola, my friends #StokeLevelRising with weekend weather vibes at our Cali Pass resorts!
First off, let's soak in the sun & spring-ish like vibes! Tuesday through Saturday, we're basking in mild, clear conditions. Expect highs in the 50ºs at base areas and a crisp 40ºs at higher elevations. This is prime time for cruising groomers, perfecting those turns, and simply enjoying the breathtaking Cali Pass mountain views. Remember to layer up and stay hydrated! Let's be mindful of the beautiful conditions and send out gratitude for the sunshine.
Sunday's Snow Whisper: A Change in the Air!
Now, buckle up, because Sunday's bringing a shift. We're tracking a system that's likely to grace us with some much-anticipated snowfall, potentially starting as early as Saturday night. This isn't massive, but a welcome refresh to our snowpack. Expect showers to persist into Monday, bringing that classic winter feel.
Here's the deets:
Bear Valley: Anticipating a #Solid6”
Dodge Ridge: Expecting a #Soild6”
China Peak: A #Respectable5”
This system is bringing in colder air, which is fantastic news for snow quality. The snow levels will initially hover around 6,000-7,000’ ft on Sunday, gradually dropping below 5,000’ ft on Monday. This means we might see a touch of snain at the lowest elevations, but the mountains will be blanketed in snow. Highs will dip into the 30ºs in the mountains and around 40º degrees around 6,000’ ft.
Pattern Shift: More Storms on the Horizon!
This Sunday-Monday system is a herald of change. The high-pressure ridge, which has been dominating our weather, is shifting northward towards Alaska. This opens the door for storms to track into the West Coast.
We're closely monitoring a potential storm for next Thursday-Friday. Models are showing varying scenarios, from a significant wet storm to a more moderate event. The models are still not in full agreement, therefore we will have to watch the trends.
Long-Range Outlook: Dreams of #ColdSmokePow Dayz
Looking further ahead, the long-range models are painting a promising picture. The pattern is showing signs of becoming more active in the second week of March, particularly around the 8th-10th. The ridge is expected to shift southwest, allowing for a large trough to develop over the West Coast, which will spin up more storms.
The GFS ensemble mean model indicates this pattern could persist through the 13th-14th, suggesting a prolonged period of wetter conditions. The European model is also hinting at a potential ridge build-up closer to the West Coast after the 10th.
Stay’Frosty & Thirsty for POW
Coop | Director of Stoke | Cali Pass Resorts