A powerful winter storm fueled by lake-effect snow has hit western and northern New York, with the town of Copenhagen, near Lake Ontario, taking the brunt of the impact. Over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, Copenhagen recorded an astonishing 58.8 inches of snow. Some areas, like Barnes Corners, have seen over 5 feet of snow accumulation. … Read more
Montreal, Quebec, has experienced its warmest fall on record, and as a result, has not seen any significant snowfall. However, this is set to change with an incoming Alberta clipper, which will bring the first accumulating snow of the season. The last time Montreal saw snow accumulation was in April 2024, when it recorded 20.2 … Read more
Deep Freeze and Heavy Snow Blanket U.S. as Thanksgiving Weekend Ends As Thanksgiving weekend concluded, much of the U.S. faced an Arctic chill, with freezing temperatures and significant snowfall affecting holiday travelers. While the cold snap disrupted daily life, it also created ideal conditions for winter sports enthusiasts. Snowmobilers and skiers took advantage of the … Read more
Since Thanksgiving, numerous avalanches have been reported across popular backcountry areas in Colorado, including Loveland Pass, Berthoud Pass, and Bald Mountain near Breckenridge. Colorado avalanche officials warn that conditions are evolving into a challenging and unpredictable persistent slab problem. Following a snowstorm that brought over 2 feet of snow to parts of the Colorado Rockies … Read more
As meteorological winter begins, Colorado’s snowpack is already ahead of average levels, currently sitting 25-30 percentage points higher than usual for this time of year. However, the coming week is expected to bring a prolonged period of drying and warming, causing some snow to melt, particularly on south-facing slopes. The next opportunity for snow looks … Read more
Arctic Clipper Brings Light Snow Potential to the Triad A swift-moving storm system, originating from the Midwest, is set to sweep through the Piedmont region late Monday night. Dubbed an “Arctic Clipper,” this system could bring brief periods of flurries and light snow, though its overall impact is expected to remain minimal. Persistent Weather Pattern … Read more
Season’s First Snowfall Covers Iowa City and Johnson County Residents of Iowa City and Johnson County experienced their first measurable snowfall of the season on Monday morning, with the chilly weather accompanied by gusty winds. Snowfall Totals in Johnson County The Iowa State University Mesonet reported that southwest Williamstown in Johnson County received approximately 1 … Read more
Winter’s Chill Grips the U.S. as December Begins with Snow and Freezing Temperatures As December ushers in meteorological winter, the U.S. is experiencing a powerful winter storm marked by cold temperatures, brisk winds, and widespread snow showers. While astronomical winter doesn’t officially begin until December 21, the shift in the seasons has been felt across … Read more
The storm prompted emergency and disaster declarations in New York and Pennsylvania, with officials warning of hazardous conditions for travelers in the Great Lakes, Plains, and Midwest regions. Bitterly cold temperatures, up to 20 degrees below average, swept across the Northern Plains, prompting cold advisories in parts of North Dakota. These frigid conditions were expected … Read more
A major Arctic blast is set to hit half the United States just as millions of travelers make their way home after Thanksgiving. Bitterly cold temperatures are expected to sweep across much of the eastern U.S., from Minnesota down to Texas, with conditions particularly severe in the Great Lakes region, where heavy snowfall is already … Read more