January was a snowy month. The mountains have a healthy blanket of snow on them across the western US, but January 2016 was also one of the deadliest months for avalanche fatalities in years. Be safe out there.
Let’s take a look at the snow data for the western US compared to normal. Below is the Westwide SNOTEL Current Snow Water Equivalent % of Normal as of February 1, 2016. You can link to the most recent data from the USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service here. It’s updated regularly.
The snow keeps stacking up. Let’s just hope that the stability improves. Many areas of the mountain west are well over 100% of average.That’s good news all around. See how this month compares to past months in our past Snotel posts.
SnoTel data is one of the best ways to find out where the snowpack is deep and the coverage is above average. Are you ready to plan your next skiing adventure?
Enjoy the snow. Be safe out there.
