High Wind — Wet Mountains Between 8500 and 10000 Ft, Colorado

2024-11-26 · Wet Mountains Between 8500 and 10000 Ft, Colorado

Event narrative

There was a measured wind gust of 78 mph.

Wider weather episode

A strong upper jet maximum traveled over Colorado around the last few weeks of November, bringing strong downsloping mountain winds. Meanwhile, a Canadian low pressure system brought ample moisture and lift to the region, bringing snow to the mountains and adjacent lower elevations.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1224064. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.