High Wind — Northern Sangre De Cristo Mountains Between 8500 & 11000 Ft, Colorado
2024-11-26 · Northern Sangre De Cristo Mountains Between 8500 & 11000 Ft, Colorado
50 MG
Magnitude
Event narrative
There was a measured wind gust of 58 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 1224065. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.