Heavy Snow — Wet Mountains Between 8500 and 10000 Ft, Colorado

2025-01-17 to 2025-01-18 · Wet Mountains Between 8500 and 10000 Ft, Colorado

Event narrative

There was 6.0 inches of snow measured.

Wider weather episode

A deep upper trough dug down from the north just after the middle of the month. An influx of Arctic air from the north allowed for some upslope flow to develop, alongside a deep, cold layer with efficient snow production.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1230874. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.