Heavy Snow — Sierra Madre Range, Wyoming

2026-01-04 to 2026-01-05 · Sierra Madre Range, Wyoming

Event narrative

Peak snowfall reported in the Sierra Madres came from the Old Battle SNOTEL (OLDW4) with 15.6 inches. Several other SNOTELs reported snow accumulations above 6 inches.

Wider weather episode

Orographic lift and mid-level moisture lead to accumulating snow in the Sierra Madre Range on January 5th.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1301252. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.