Winter Storm — Eastern Lemhi County, Idaho

2019-09-29 · Eastern Lemhi County, Idaho

Event narrative

Snow amounts of 4 to 8 inches were observed above 4000 feet with some locations above 7000 feet, reporting over 12 inches of snow. Also, wind gusts to 35 mph were observed on the higher terrain. Backcountry users experienced difficult travel with periodic slippery, snow-covered, primary roads such as Highway 93 at Lost Trail Pass.

Wider weather episode

An early season snowstorm brought significant snow and gusty winds to the higher terrain and backcountry of central Idaho.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 850555. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.