Jackson Hole and Targhee picked up 2-3 inches of new snow as of 5am. Periods of heavy snow will continue throughout the day with deep totals up high. The storm is starting warm and high-density, and rain has been falling in the lower valleys. Friday's snow will be colder and more orographic in nature with low-density snow favoring Targhee and the top of JHMR. Looks like a fun powder day.

A Low Pressure trough and cold front are moving inland from the Pacific Coast into Idaho on Thursday, sending snow levels crashing down to 3,000 feet. Thank Goodness! Winter Storm Warnings are in effect with heavy winds in N. Idaho and at Pomerelle and Pebble, and substantial snow is forecast in most locations, with over 8-10" predicted to fall through Friday. More light snow Sat-Sun.

This will serve as quick update to this mornings chase powder forecast. Slower timing for Wyoming, and perhaps slightly deeper for the Cottonwoods.

A storm impacted New England early this week with Jay Peak receiving 16 inches of new snow. Ski season is off to a fantastic start in this region! The Northwest saw a transition from snow to heavy rain early this week, but colder air is on the way with several shots of snow ahead. The Rockies will also see some snow late this week.