Quite the Brine Storm

Judging by the amount of salt on the roads, one might think we are in for a decent snowfall. Unfortunately, I don’t think that’s the case. Although it is snowing aloft early this morning, dry air at the surface is preventing any precipitation from reaching the ground. Once the column is saturated (or if the column gets saturated) there may be a couple of hours of snow this morning that may leave a coating on grassy surfaces in some areas. I think most of us will have to settle for December mood flakes, and I think that the Snow Contest is safe.

Looking ahead, the next ten to fourteen days do not show a lot of promise, but the models are starting to advertise a decent pattern evolution around Christmas. No promises because a La Nina is notorious for showing fantasy in the long range forecast, but maybe this is the year for a white Christmas.

Also, the Snow Contest is open for guesses through the weekend.