Here's where the snow fell: Total new snow 24hrs before Sat. 2024-1221 7amEST (NWS) Some isolated areas got 6-8", and broad swaths of western New York State got 4-6". How's the skiing? No great turnaround but in places that had a good base and received some snow, things got better. The trails are groomed a …
No unnecessary complaints please: conditions for Winter Solstice weekend 2024
Colder temps and a scant inch or three of snow make this weekend's skiing enjoyable. Dress warm though! Unfortunately the NYC metro area is still out of luck, but good skiing to be had at Prospect Mountain, and minimally skiable trails at Notchview. This post is about conditions for Dec. 20 2024, and forecast for …
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Dress for warmth: conditions in the pre-holiday week of 2024
Looking for snow this week? Head north to the High Peaks, Northeast Kingdom of Vermont, or the tippy-tippy top of New Hampshire. Hit the road for to find the snow This post is about conditions for Dec. 17 2024, and forecast for the next few days. See jump links to Conditions and Forecast. How's the …
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Early word for the week of Dec. 16, 2024
How's the skiing? Can't beat couple of bluebird ski days on the weekend. Enjoy another day of skiing for now, but be careful on the drive if you head out in the early morning. "5º at 7 am, clear. blue sky and a stunning sunrise. Forecast today, blue sky and 27º". (photo and caption from …
When hope is a plan: conditions for weekend of Dec. 14
There's hope for some decent skiing on the weekend - but not any closer than Prospect Mountain or Notchview. Wind, rain, and warm temperatures have had their way with the snowpack, and despite that, it still survivies. This post is about conditions for Dec. 12 2024, and forecast for the next few days. See jump …
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