"Newly released USDA SNOTEL data paints a concerning picture for much of the western United States. As of November 17, Snow Water Equivalent (SWE) levels are lagging significantly across major mountain ranges, especially the central and southern Rockies. According to the Westwide SWE map, many basins in Utah, Colorado, Wyoming, Nevada, and parts of California are sitting at under 50% of median, with large patches of orange and red indicating substantial early-season deficits."
"While the West stalls, the East Coast-especially northern Vermont-is delivering the type of November skiers dream about. Jay Peak, true to form, has been absolutely getting dumped on. With nearly four feet of natural snow in two weeks, the mountain is already operating in full winter mode. The resort's uphill access update this week underscored just how deep conditions are, noting multiple feet of snow, lost skiers, early-season injuries, and"
November snowpack across North America shows strong regional contrast. Western mountain basins started slowly and unevenly, with many basins far below normal SWE. USDA SNOTEL data as of November 17 shows central and southern Rockies, Utah, Colorado, and Wyoming largely under 50% of median, while Nevada and eastern California are mostly below 70%. Northern Idaho, western Montana, and parts of Washington are among the few areas above 100% of median. The Northeast, particularly northern Vermont, has received heavy early-season snowfall; Jay Peak recorded nearly four feet of natural snow in two weeks and is already operating in full winter mode. One storm cycle could change the outlook.
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