Meteorología

Swan Front

Mark Dundas
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Quick report

I observed substantial wind transport of today's fresh snowfall along the Swan Front. 

  • Moderate to strong south-southwesterly winds transported snow at a moderate to intense rate. 
  • Many leeward trees were stripped of most of today's snowfall at mid and upper elevations. 

Weather

Air Temp
33
Cloud Cover
overcast
Wind Loading
intense
Rain Elevation
3500
Snow Avail For Transport
moderate amounts

Moderate to heavy rain transitioned to heavy snow and calm winds around 10:15. Temperatures warmed, rain returned, and wind speeds increased in the afternoon. Much of today's 2-3 inches on the valley floor in this area melted.