Heavy Snow — Lower Treasure Valley, Idaho

2022-05-08 to 2022-05-09 · Lower Treasure Valley, Idaho

Event narrative

Multiple reports from CoCoRaHS observers recorded 1.0-2.5 inches of snow in southeast and north Boise.

Wider weather episode

An anomalously deep upper level low moved into the region, bringing heavy snow accumulations to higher elevations and widespread wet snow at lower elevations. Many tree branches fell in North Boise due to the weight of snow on the foliage. This caused minor damage to houses, yards and led to local road closures.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1020075. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.