Yosemite Area Weather [Archive] - Page 7

Newcomer

Oct 29, 2007, 04:32 PM

The National Weather Service in Hanford CA has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
west central Fresno County in central California...

* until 515 PM PDT

* at 422 PM PDT... National Weather Service Doppler radar indicated a
severe thunderstorm capable of producing quarter size hail... and
damaging winds in excess of 60 mph. This storm was located 10
miles southwest of Mendota... or about 32 miles southwest of
Madera... and moving north at 10 mph.

* The severe thunderstorm will be near...
Mendota by 510 PM PDT...

This is a dangerous storm. If you are in its path... prepare
immediately for damaging winds... destructive hail... and deadly cloud
to ground lightning. People outside should move to a shelter...
preferably inside a strong building but away from windows.

Check this link for radar See storm Cell K6 just forming sounth of fresno. Scroll down to get info on K6 . http://www.wunderground.com/radar/radblast.asp?zoommode=pan&prevzoom=zoom&num=6&frame=0&delay=15&scale=0.750&noclutter=0&ID=HNX&type=N0R&showstorms=10&lat=37.21290588&lon=-119.73072815&label=Coarsegold,%20CA&map.x=400&map.y=240&scale=0.750&centerx=381&centery=304&showlabels=1&rainsnow=0&lightning=0&lerror=20&num_stns_min=2&num_stns_max=9999&avg_off=9999

It could drift our way, We were hit earlier today with a bad cell. TV warnings on now

Dodgergirl

Oct 29, 2007, 05:04 PM

We just got home. Earlier today I was driving thru North Fork after picking Davy up from school. I had a packed car and as we were coming up the 200 a lightening bolt hit the road just as I passed. The car shook (I thought we blew out the tires) and I saw a big flash in my side view mirror. David was in the back seat & covered the baby in his carseat... the car recovered after a few seconds (I swear we were off the road), I know I had loss of steering for a few seconds... my window was partially open and my face tingled with electricity for a few minutes after it hit. Cristina just sat in a stunned silence...
I didn't think lightening would hit the road, but now I know otherwise...
What a weird day...

beautiful_mess38

Oct 29, 2007, 05:36 PM

and according to Newcomers post the worst is yet to come. better gather flashlight and candles.
That thunderstorm earlier sent me and my dog scammering to our feet. Man both me and Sam must of jump 3 feet. didnt expect it to be so loud.

Ironhorse

Oct 29, 2007, 06:55 PM

They expect it to hit in Coarsegold sometime shortly after 7, it's hitting Fresno hard right now. The weather statement says nickel sized hail.

monkey

Oct 30, 2007, 06:52 AM

Wow, Dodge, I'm gload everyone is ok. At least you have a good story to tell.

Kahlua Kid

Oct 30, 2007, 10:32 PM

Unbelievable lighting show last night - we sat and watched after unplugging TVs and computer. I didn't think to grab my camera til it was almost over (dummy me!) But got a couple shots.

Here are a couple pix taken from our place in Coarsegold - we got to watch the lightning to the south (Fresno) and West (Chowchilla/Merced) both moving up our way. Thankfully we had NO hail. Only rain.

Mysteefied

Oct 30, 2007, 10:54 PM

Very cool!

Dodgergirl

Oct 30, 2007, 11:16 PM

Nice, I was gonna grab my camera, but after my encounter with the lightning I didn't want to be standing outside with a piece of metal in my hand...

Ironhorse

Oct 31, 2007, 10:30 AM

My granddaughter was telling me yesterday how scared she was. They were coming home from the rink in Fresno and a bolt of lightning hit close to them on the road. Then when they got home, the whole street was flooded, with water halfway up their driveway. About 4 more feet and the dogs (who were in the garage) would have been taking refuge on the workbenches! I've never seen their street flood like that, and all the debris left behind, silt, leaves, branches.................. I didn't see the lightning storm, I close all my curtains and stay away from windows. Only thing I hate worse than lightning/thunder are snakes and spiders.

Sandman

Dec 01, 2007, 11:55 PM

Saturday 10:55 PM
Teaford Meadow Lakes, North Fork
25 degrees

It sure did cool down in the last week.

Dodgergirl

Dec 02, 2007, 12:01 AM

good thing I got a fire going as soon as I got home...Teaford sure is freezing...

jakobscalpel

Dec 02, 2007, 11:23 PM

jjcheyenne

Dec 03, 2007, 12:37 AM

I checked the weather channel and it said we might get some rain on Friday! If it stays cold, maybe we could get some snow??? I hope!

Kahlua Kid

Dec 03, 2007, 11:39 PM

Was 35 degrees this morning at 6 in Coarsegold... so a little rain, and we might get that white stuff too this week... hmmm - that would be fun!

Sandman

Dec 06, 2007, 02:50 PM

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Statement as of 11:07 AM PST on December 06, 2007

... Winter Storm Warning remains in effect from 4 PM this
afternoon to 10 PM PST Friday from Yosemite Park South to the Kern County
line...

A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect from 4 PM this afternoon
to 10 PM PST Friday for the southern Sierra Nevada from Yosemite
park to the Kern County line.

A winter storm will move toward central California today... then
across the area tonight and Friday. Moderate to heavy snow will
occur in the southern Sierra Nevada this evening and will
continue into Friday evening. Snow levels could fall as low as
4000 feet by Friday afternoon. Two to 3 feet of new snow will be
possible in and around Yosemite park above 6000 feet... with 1 to
2 feet around Sequoia Park... tapering off to less than a foot
near the Kern County line. Strong and gusty winds over ridge tops
near the crest will create considerable blowing and drifting
snow.

The snow will diminish Friday night... but snow showers will
linger into the weekend... especially near the crest.

A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow...
sleet... and ice are expected or occurring. Strong winds are also
possible. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible.

Weather.Gov/Hanford
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Newcomer

Dec 07, 2007, 08:31 AM

Well at our place in Coarsegold we had quite a lot of rain last night. Rain gauge says a little over 2" But KK just called me on her way to work and there is SNOW on 415 and Trabuco also on the 416 (Spinelli Rd.). Very strange since they both are lower altitude than our place. It is melting fast though. Very heavy winds at our place also last night as the cell passed right over us and the lightning was right on top of us.

Michelle

Dec 07, 2007, 08:42 AM

The thunder that was over us all morning long(12:00am- 4:30am) was so loud and the rain it sounded like someone turned the hose on and was standing over our house.
I never seen the lightening i don't know why but the winds were strong also.. a bit of a storm that we had. My husband has been decorating the city of fresno christmas tree and the lighting it tonight I guess it is a mess down there. They are running around trying to get everything back together for tonight. I pray they are able. is there more rain coming? at least the kids were able to walk to the bus this morning without getting soaked...:yes:

yeah snow always dropping around me..that is what you get when you live outside of the box...laughing...

everyone be careful driving the road today!

beautiful_mess38

Dec 07, 2007, 09:42 AM

The cell was over us also. The winds even woke Delaney up. Then the thunder started. It was a loud night. We'll need a nap today...lol
Snow level is down to 3500 Sat night. And we're in for some very cold nights. Becareful and stay warm.

Kahlua Kid

Dec 07, 2007, 09:44 AM

The Thunder was so loud and booming I couldn't believe it!!!

I almost gave up trying to get back to sleep at 3:00 a.m. - the lightning and thunder was just non-stop!

Amazed to see snow this morning on the 415 and down along Spinelli (417)... and it WAS snow - not hail - the real powder stuff... but only for a small section of about 5 miles.

beautiful_mess38

Dec 07, 2007, 11:22 AM

I checked out Bass Lake's live cam and there's snow............

Sandman

Dec 07, 2007, 12:10 PM

Although there was no snow left in Teaford when I drove to town at 10AM, there was snow from Goat Mountain all the way down to John West Road on 426.

Yosemite_Wolf

Dec 07, 2007, 01:01 PM

its Winter!!!!!!!!! i love it..............but makes me sad that my treee has lots its leaves. Waaaaaa :(

Sandman

Dec 07, 2007, 07:14 PM

Here comes more snow...

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jjcheyenne

Dec 08, 2007, 12:51 AM

I want snow!! North Fork hasn't got any yet. We did get the big boom booms last night and a lot of rain. It was cold enough to snow when I left for work tonight. Maybe I will get lucky and come home to some white stuff in the morning???

Sandman

Dec 08, 2007, 11:06 AM

It's trying to snow here in Teaford. It's 34 so it needs to drop just a bit.

Statement as of 9:30 am PST on December 8, 2007

... Rainfall totals from Thursday through early this morning...

... San Joaquin Valley...
Los Banos 0.81
Firebaugh 0.52
Lake McClure 1.12
Dry Creek-Snelling 1.04
Merced Airport 0.51
Atwater 0.83
Madera Airport 0.76
Hanford Airport 0.45
Lemoore Nas 0.24
Visalia Airport 0.27
Porterville Airport 0.37
Arvin 0.68

... Sierra foothills...
Dudley ranch 2.58
trimmer Springs 2.43
Mariposa 2.00
Northfork 1.54
Ash Mountain 2.76
shadequarter mtn 2.49

... Kern County mountains...
Wofford Heights 2.07
Riverkern 1.00
Walker Basin 0.96
Walker Pass 1.00
Tehachapi gld hills 0.64
Bear Valley Springs 0.53
Kernville 0.88
Isabella dam 0.71
Claraville 1.10

Sandman

Dec 08, 2007, 11:30 AM

It's now 33. Everything is turning white here in Teaford.

John S

Dec 08, 2007, 12:09 PM

It is snowing very hard (but not quite sticking) at our place. We are off of Rd 222 half-way between Bass Lake and Hwy. 41. Big flakes. Very pretty. It must be sticking on the pass to Bass Lake. Be careful out there.

Kahlua Kid

Dec 08, 2007, 12:42 PM

Just fog and sun breaking through here and there here. 45 degrees right now...

beautiful_mess38

Dec 08, 2007, 10:14 PM

It was very foggy here this morning. We went down to Fresno to get our Tree and it was sunny but, you could see all the dark, dark clouds over the mountains. It's 36 deg. now and starting to get foggy again.

Sandman

Dec 14, 2007, 01:09 AM

Winter arrives as snow blankets higher elevations (Sierra Star) (http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/search/mariposa+california/SIG=1216tntck/*http%3A//www.sierrastar.com/news/story/14233724p-14761643c.html)

Winter arrives as snow blankets higher elevations

By Elizabeth Gabriel (egabriel@sierrastar.com)
 (Updated Wednesday, December 12, 2007, 5:17 PM)

You could hear the joy in Kenny Karst's voice Friday morning.

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</td></tr><tr><td>The skating rink at Tenaya Lodge looked right at home Friday morning covered in snow.
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"It's snowing now," he said. "From my office I can see the flakes floating down from the heavens."
Karst is the go-to guy at Delaware North Companies, which runs the concessions at Yosemite National Park. His office is in the park, so he pretty much always has quite a view.
But he loved seeing that heaven-sent snow.
Delaware North also operates Badger Pass ski area in the park, and he was sweating its opening planned for this Friday.
"It's been snowing steadily since 1 o'clock Thursday afternoon," Karst said. "It's not snowing heavily, but it has been steady, and that's good news."
Badger believes in Mother Nature. No snow-making machines for it. So it was really important for the old gal to come through.
By Monday morning, the tone in his voice had changed. A deflated Karst reported that Badger had gotten only 14 inches of snow and that wasn't enough to safely open the ski runs.

<A HREF="http://www.sierrastar.com/news/story/14233724p-14761643c.html">more..</a>

citizen

Dec 18, 2007, 02:38 AM

anyone have snow?

motherof4

Dec 18, 2007, 04:34 PM

Yes where is the snow? I will be up next week after Christmas. I miss the snow and the mountains. Its alone been a couple months since I was up there but that seems like forever.

monkey

Dec 18, 2007, 07:48 PM

As of right now, no snow at the NGI, but a bit at Tenaya.

Dodgergirl

Dec 18, 2007, 10:01 PM

thats good, I work at wawona school tomorrow, if theres a lot of snow, i might be spending the night at the gauge!

beautiful_mess38

Dec 20, 2007, 07:57 AM

Tonight
Mostly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of showers in the evening. Colder. Snow level 3000 feet. Lows 22 to 32.

Yosemite_Wolf

Dec 20, 2007, 08:24 AM

Its raining now. I am loving this rain!! And soaking in the Jacuzzi with the rain coming down is really awesome.

Yosemite Joy

Dec 20, 2007, 12:12 PM

The temp has dropped five degrees since 9am... still raining.. 40 degrees. Brrrr, I think I have lost my thick North Dakota/Vermont blood.

monkey

Dec 26, 2007, 02:22 PM

Lots of popcorn snow off Rd 620 right now. It's been coming down for about 1/2 an hour so far, but not really sticking.

MtnBreeze

Dec 26, 2007, 02:24 PM

Let it snow Let it snow Let it snow....is coming down at Dorstan 2 ...yippeeeeee

cak

Dec 26, 2007, 06:25 PM

Snowing off and on in Cedar Valley - a little on the grass, roads are slushy, should be icing up nicely any time now :)

BGW

Dec 26, 2007, 10:29 PM

We took a drive (6 miles or so) up Beasore this afternoon. It was beautiful!!

Yosemite_Wolf

Dec 27, 2007, 06:14 AM

Its freezing! 28 degrees. But its not that cold where I am in Pleasanton. Nice nice but cold weather. It was gorgeous driving over Altamont Pass.

Kahlua Kid

Dec 27, 2007, 07:28 AM

23 degrees this morning and clear.

BGW

Dec 27, 2007, 09:07 AM

It's Hot at your place!! 19 degrees here and we forgot to leave a faucet running last night!! :rofl:

Mysteefied

Dec 27, 2007, 09:37 AM

my temp was showing 16 at 7am.

Kahlua Kid

Dec 27, 2007, 10:27 AM

Hope that tonight is a bit warmer.

CatdaBrat

Dec 27, 2007, 11:22 AM

6 degrees here in high desert... hurts to even open the door

Summer

Dec 27, 2007, 11:21 PM

Hmmm, STI weather says possibility of snow down to 3500 ft. tonight - and the same tomorrow night! Being the snowbunny I am I am always wishing for any little white stuff that comes our way. Everybody be on alert tonight and post if you get snow! There is always someone lurking on these boards at any given time - day or night! That would be me since I am now off on a 5 day weekend and I can stay up late as I want! AND looking for SNOW!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sandman

Dec 28, 2007, 02:03 AM

I just came down Mammoth Pools Road from a friends cabin. It snowed all the way down the hill and all through the town of North Fork. I'm now home in Teaford and there is snow everywhere. It looks as if I'll be working from home tomorrow.

Kahlua Kid

Dec 28, 2007, 07:13 AM

Snow here at 2600 ft in Coarsegold. About an inch to two. And still lightly snowing! WOW!!! Unexpected...

oakhurstleaf

Dec 28, 2007, 07:50 AM

Summer, look outside. You've got snow.

Got a nice blanket of about 1-2 inches of snow here in Goldside (Ahwahnee/Oakhurst border), as of 6:30 this am.

monkey

Dec 28, 2007, 08:07 AM

Yep, I've got a bit here at home. Haven't spoken to the NGI yet, but will post how much Fish Camp got when I do.

Yosemite_Wolf

Dec 28, 2007, 09:04 AM

Just rain here in Pleasanton. but should be clear..... well cloudy when we trek to The City later today. I am sure my doggies are home inside all snuggled up and warm..... LOL

Summer

Dec 28, 2007, 09:20 AM

Yeah - looked out to see everything covered - about 3 in.! Pretty!

Dodgergirl

Dec 28, 2007, 09:48 AM

We have a nice blanket of an inch or so up here at my place... the snowplow is outside right now.

beautiful_mess38

Dec 28, 2007, 10:05 AM

My mom called this morning, she said about 3 inches up on rd 620. No snow here but its 32 deg. right now. There's probably snow up on North Dome and lily Mountain.

cak

Dec 28, 2007, 10:26 AM

About an inch this morning in Cedar Valley, at 3400'. And chain control up 41 from the Cedar Valley Road turnoff!

Newcomer

Dec 28, 2007, 05:19 PM

When is more snow expected?

Kahlua Kid

Dec 28, 2007, 08:25 PM

Pix from this morning - boy it melted off pretty quick! Darn!

Summer

Dec 29, 2007, 12:03 AM

KK, your horse is gorgeous!

jjcheyenne

Dec 29, 2007, 02:58 AM

If there is anyone up in North Fork right now, could you tell me if it is snowing or not? I am at work and don't get off until 7:15 am. I want to know if I am going to be driving home in the snow or not.

Godschild

Dec 29, 2007, 04:09 AM

I am at work at Bass Lake and it's not been snowing here, just very light rain off and on.

Kahlua Kid

Dec 29, 2007, 09:47 AM

KK, your horse is gorgeous!

Thanks Summer, that's our little Colt - he's 5 1/2 months old now... growing up nice and tall! He was so scrawny when he was born back in July!

cak

Dec 30, 2007, 10:14 PM

From the National Weather Service,

http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/total_forecast/getprod.php?wfo=rev&sid=rev&pil=sps

A DEEP TROUGH AND ASSOCIATED POWERFUL PACIFIC JET STREAM WILL
BECOME ESTABLISHED OVER THE EAST PACIFIC AND WEST COAST BY LATE
WEEK. THIS WILL SET THE STAGE FOR A SERIES OF STRONG STORMS TO
PUSH INTO THE SIERRA AND WESTERN NEVADA BEGINNING THURSDAY AND
CONTINUING INTO NEXT WEEKEND.

CONFIDENCE IS INCREASING WITH RESPECT TO SIGNIFICANT SNOWFALL IN
THE SIERRA. LATEST PROJECTIONS SUGGEST STORM TOTALS BETWEEN 5 AND
10 FEET OF SNOW ARE POSSIBLE ALONG THE CREST...WITH MULTIPLE FEET
DOWN TO LAKE LEVEL AND HIGHER ELEVATIONS ALONG THE EASTERN SIERRA.
IN ADDITION...WINDS ARE FORECAST TO BE UNUSUALLY STRONG WITH A
POTENTIAL FOR WIDESPREAD BLIZZARD CONDITIONS.

WHILE THERE IS STILL SOME UNCERTAINTY TO SNOW LEVELS AND THE AMOUNT
OF SNOW OVER THE LOWER VALLEYS...HEAVY PRECIPITATION AND STRONG
WINDS WILL BE POSSIBLE IN THESE AREAS AS WELL.

Followed by ...

http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/total_forecast/getprod.php?wfo=rev&sid=rev&pil=pns

A SNOWSTORM OF POTENTIALLY HISTORIC PROPORTIONS WILL AFFECT THE
SIERRA NEVADA DURING THE UPCOMING WEEKEND. SNOWFALL TOTALS WITH THIS
SNOWSTORM COULD RIVAL SNOWFALL AMOUNTS THAT WERE SEEN IN SOME OF THE
MOST DEVASTATING SNOWSTORMS OF THE PAST 50 YEARS.

Whee! :o

Kahlua Kid

Dec 31, 2007, 09:20 AM

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service San Joaquin Valley - Hanford Ca
407 Am Pst Mon Dec 31 2007

Caz089-090-093-094-096-097-312300-
West Central San Joaquin Valley-east Central San Joaquin Valley-
Mariposa Madera And Fresno County Foothills-
Tulare County Foothills-
Sierra Nevada From Yosemite To Kings Canyon-
Tulare County Mountains-
407 Am Pst Mon Dec 31 2007

...several Strong Pacific Storms Slated For The Central California
Interior Late This Week..

A Series Of Strong Pacific Storms Are Forecast To Develop Mid
Week...and Move Into Central California Thursday And Continue Into
The Weekend. These Storms Will Bring Periods Of Rain And Higher
Elevation Snow To Much Of The Region...possibly Heavy At Times.

While It Is Still Too Early To Predict Rain And Snow
Amounts...significant Precipitation Is Likely Over The 3 To 4 Day
Period From Thursday Through Sunday. Snow Levels Remain Uncertain
As Well...but In General...should Be From 6000 Feet Near Yosemite
To 7000 Feet In The Tehachapi Mountains Thursday. The Snow Level
Is Then Expected To Fluctuate Between 4000 And 6000 Feet Friday
And Saturday Before Lowering Significantly Saturday Night And Sunday.

In Addition...strong And Gusty South To Southwest Winds Will Occur
Across The Mountains And Deserts Thursday Through Sunday. In The
San Joaquin Valley...strong And Gusty Southeast Winds Will Be
Possible...especially Friday And Again Saturday Night.

People Should Closely Monitor Statements And Forecasts On This
Developing Weather Situation...especially If Any Travel Is
Planned. Listen To Noaa Weather Radio Or Your Favorite News
Source For The Latest Hazardous Weather Information.

beautiful_mess38

Dec 31, 2007, 11:33 AM

Wow, guess I'll be prepping horse stalls for rain on Wed. Kids finally go back to school on Friday was going to do errands. Guess I'll stay home and watch it rain thinking about summer and water in the lakes for camping. It's a good time to read too. Everyone be careful and drive safely.

monkey

Jan 01, 2008, 08:14 PM

Thursday
Snow with rain likely. Very windy near the crest. Snow accumulation up to 5 inches. Snow level 6500 feet. Highs 45 to 50 at 5000 feet...33 to 41 at 8000 feet.
» ZIP Code Detail
Thursday Night
Snow and rain. Very windy. Snow accumulation up to 10 inches. Snow level 6000 feet. Lows 34 to 44 at 5000 feet... 19 to 29 at 8000 feet. Gusts up to 50 mph increasing to 65 mph after midnight over the crest.
Friday and Friday Night
Snow and rain. Strong winds over the crest. Highs 39 to 47 at 5000 feet...29 to 35 at 8000 feet. Lows 33 to 43 at 5000 feet...19 to 29 at 8000 feet.
Saturday
Snow. Very windy. Highs 35 to 43 at 5000 feet...23 to 31 at 8000 feet.
Saturday Night and Sunday
Snow. Chance of snow 80 percent. Very windy. Lows 25 to 30 at 5000 feet...14 to 20 at 8000 feet. Highs 26 to 34 at 5000 feet...22 to 28 at 8000 feet.
Sunday Night
Cloudy with a 50 percent chance of snow showers. Windy. Lows 20 to 28 at 5000 feet...11 to 21 at 8000 feet.
Monday
Cloudy with a 40 percent chance of snow showers. Windy. Highs 27 to 37 at 5000 feet...22 to 28 at 8000 feet.
Monday Night
Cloudy with a 20 percent chance of snow showers. Windy. Lows 23 to 31 at 5000 feet...12 to 22 at 8000 feet.
Tuesday
Mostly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of snow showers. Windy. Not as cold. Highs 33 to 43 at 5000 feet...28 to 34 at 8000 feet.

jjcheyenne

Jan 02, 2008, 12:21 AM

I heard the snow might get down to 2000 feet this weekend.

BGW

Jan 02, 2008, 11:31 AM

The winter storm advisory has been removed: http://www.wunderground.com/cgi-bin/findweather/getForecast?query=93644

Does this mean the storms coming in are not going to be as bad as they thought??

Sandman

Jan 02, 2008, 01:09 PM

The warning is still there if you type Bass Lake instead of Oakhurst.

http://www.wunderground.com/cgi-bin/findweather/getForecast?query=93604

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 Statement as of 11:47 AM PST on January 02, 2008

.A series of strong storms will begin to impact the southern
Sierra Nevada late Thursday afternoon. These storms will bring
heavy to very heavy snowfall to elevations at and above
7000 feet. In addition... very strong winds will develop near and
over the crest where blizzard or near blizzard conditions will be
possible at times. This first in the series of systems will
arrive Thursday afternoon... with another much stronger system on
Friday and Friday night.

... Winter Storm Watch remains in effect from Thursday evening
through Saturday morning for the southern Sierra Nevada... from
Yosemite to the Kern County line...

A Winter Storm Watch remains in effect from Thursday evening
through Saturday morning for the southern Sierra Nevada... from
Yosemite to the Kern County line.

Snow is expected to begin by Thursday afternoon... before
increasing in intensity Thursday night and Friday. Heaviest snow
accumulations can be expected Friday and Friday night... before
beginning to decrease a bit Saturday. Total snow accumulations
from Thursday night through Saturday morning are still somewhat
uncertain... but will likely be several feet. The snow level will
start out around 7000 feet Thursday... lowering to 6000 to
6500 feet Friday... then to 4500 to 5000 feet Saturday.

In addition to the snow... strong southwest winds will develop
over the Sierra crest Thursday night and continue into Saturday.
This will create blizzard or near blizzard conditions above
8000 feet.

A Winter Storm Watch means there is a potential for significant
snow... sleet... or ice accumulations that may impact travel.
Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

Molina

Weather.Gov/Hanford
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Kahlua Kid

Jan 02, 2008, 02:05 PM

Either way it looks like we are in for some heavy weather! This should help that snow pack build up.

Kahlua Kid

Jan 02, 2008, 02:07 PM

motherof4

Jan 04, 2008, 03:33 PM

So does anyone know how Deadwood is right now. I am in Coarsegold right now and would like to head into Oakhurst.

beautiful_mess38

Jan 04, 2008, 03:40 PM

I just went over Deadwood, it's fine.

motherof4

Jan 04, 2008, 03:44 PM

Thank you for the reply.

monkey

Jan 04, 2008, 04:21 PM

Updated: 4:00 PM PST on January 4, 2008
Winter Storm Warning in effect until 10 am PST Saturday...
Tonight
Rain and snow. Strong winds. Colder. Snow accumulation up to 38 inches. Snow level 4000 feet. Lows 26 to 36 at 5000 feet...15 to 25 at 8000 feet. Southwest winds 50 to 60 mph. Gusts up to 100 mph decreasing to 70 mph after midnight.
Saturday
Rain and snow likely. Very windy. Snow accumulation up to 19 inches. Snow level 5000 feet. Highs 34 to 44 at 5000 feet...23 to 33 at 8000 feet. Gusts up to 70 mph decreasing to 55 mph in the afternoon.
» ZIP Code Detail
Saturday Night
Snow...windy...colder. Snow accumulation up to 35 inches. Lows 21 to 31 at 5000 feet...8 to 18 at 8000 feet.
Sunday
Snow showers. Windy. Snow accumulation up to 22 inches. Total snow accumulation up to 114 inches. Highs 29 to 39 at 5000 feet...22 to 30 at 8000 feet. Gusts up to 50 mph in the afternoon.
» ZIP Code Detail
Sunday Night
Cloudy with a 50 percent chance of snow showers. Windy...colder. Lows 16 to 26 at 5000 feet...3 to 13 at 8000 feet.

Dodgergirl

Jan 04, 2008, 07:12 PM

By SAMANTHA YOUNG, Associated Press Writer 2 hours, 15 minutes ago

SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Howling winds, pelting rain and heavy snow pummeled California on Friday, toppling trees, flipping big rigs, cutting power to more than a million people and threatening mudslides in fire-scarred areas.

Flights were grounded in Northern California as gusts reached 80 mph during the second wave of an arctic storm that sent trees crashing onto houses, cars and roads. Forecasters expected the storm to dump as much as 10 feet of snow in the Sierra Nevada by Sunday.

The heavy snow was slowing search efforts for a family believed to be missing in the mountains, authorities said.

Highways from Sacramento to the San Francisco were closed because of debris or toppled big rigs blocking lanes, and local roads were flooded.

"A huge tree, over 100 years old, just fell across the house. It just wrecked the whole thing," said Faye Reed, whose daughter Teenia owns the damaged home north of Sacramento. "They won't be able to live in it. The whole ceiling fell in, and now it's raining inside."

More than a million people from the Bay Area to the Central Valley were in the dark. Crews worked to restore power, but it could be days before all the lights are on, said Pacific Gas & Electric spokeswoman Darlene Chiu.

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080104/ap_on_re_us/winter_storm

CatdaBrat

Jan 04, 2008, 10:07 PM

I was in Sacramento yesterday and I'm glad I made it safely...especially the part before Sacto, going over Donner Pass.

Sandman

Jan 04, 2008, 10:34 PM

It's still raining here in Teaford and the temperature is dropping pretty quickly. It was 42 about an hour ago and now it's 38. I think I'm gonna get some snow soon.

Sandman

Jan 04, 2008, 11:20 PM

Here is a link to a good online weather radio station:
http://audioplayer.wunderground.com/hanfordwx/hanford.mp3.m3u

Snow level dropping to 3500 ft this weekend

MtnEagle

Jan 05, 2008, 07:57 AM

Well, it's not local weather for you folks but

January 1, 2008 started off with a nice freeze and some light snow at our place out here. Didn't mind, since I was off recovering from a severe case of overtime.

Took some shots of the cave/waterfall. Low's have ranged between 8 and 19 degrees F at night. Things are warming up now so had to get the pics before they drop.

;)

Pic 1 (http://www.psychobabyl.com/misc/ice2008/ice2008a.jpg) Pic 2 (http://www.psychobabyl.com/misc/ice2008/ice2008b.jpg) Pic 3 (http://www.psychobabyl.com/misc/ice2008/ice2008c.jpg)

:)

monkey

Jan 05, 2008, 10:15 AM

Beautiful pics!

Sandman

Jan 05, 2008, 04:57 PM

Statement as of 2:45 PM PST on January 05, 2008

.Very cold air and moisture from the Pacific will bring a
continued threat of heavy snow in the Sierra Nevada and significant
snow to the Sierra foothills above 3500 feet as well as the Kern
County mountains above 4000 feet through late Sunday evening.
Heavily traveled mountain passes in Kern County such as Tejon Pass
over the Grapevine and Tehachapi Pass will be affected by snow.

... Winter Storm Warning now in effect until midnight PST Sunday
night for the Sierra Nevada from Yosemite to the Kern County line...

The Winter Storm Warning is now in effect until midnight PST
Sunday night for the Sierra Nevada from Yosemite to the Kern
County line.

Snow will continue... heavy at times... today through Sunday
evening. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 feet are likely
above 7000 feet through Sunday evening. Snow levels will be
around 4500 to 5000 feet through this evening then colder air will
arrive driving snow levels down to less than 4000 feet though
Sunday evening.

In addition to the snow... strong southwest winds will affect the
the higher elevations until midday Sunday and create considerable
blowing and drifting snow with local whiteout conditions. Local
wind gusts of 80 mph or higher will occur along the Sierra crest
through Sunday morning.

A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow are
expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will
make travel very hazardous or impossible.

Persons should curtail their travel plans through the weekend if
their destination includes the mountains and National Parks. Many
roads leading into the higher elevations will either be closed or
require chains during this time. Please check ahead to determine
travel plans.

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio... or your favorite news source...
for further information on this winter weather event.

Weather.Gov/Hanford

Yosemite Joy

Jan 05, 2008, 08:03 PM

CBS47 just said that snow levels will drop to 2000 feet tomorrow night. Wonder if the kids will have an additional recess from school?

monkey

Jan 05, 2008, 08:15 PM

There's about 7 inches at the NGI right now.

Dodgergirl

Jan 05, 2008, 08:19 PM

Hmmm, I'm supposed to be at Tenaya tomorrow at 11. I'm thinking they'll have the plows out early...

monkey

Jan 05, 2008, 08:37 PM

You can call the NGI and see what conditions are like tomorrow.

Dodgergirl

Jan 05, 2008, 08:51 PM

Cool, thanks. Going to the Winter Carnival tomorrow, anyone wanna join us?

Dodgergirl

Jan 05, 2008, 09:21 PM

Snowing in Teaford....

monkey

Jan 06, 2008, 09:21 AM

About 16 inches at the NGI, but has settled to about a foot of snow.

Yosemite_Wolf

Jan 06, 2008, 09:25 AM

Lots of rain in Coarsegold, but last night driving home from Indian Lakes, the rain was sooooooo thick that it was like driving in the snow. with the rain making one dizzy. it was raining all kinds of dogs cats and other creatures. I got home and my dogs were in their pen, outside the dog house... (silly dogs) and SOAKING wet. They were very happy to get into the house.

jakobscalpel

Jan 11, 2008, 11:03 AM

Got curious this afternoon and looked at Fresno monthly rainfall back through the 1878 water year. This year has been the 13th driest in history through the end of November, continuing a series of very dry falls. Last year was the 12th driest and the year before was the 6th driest through November. The approximate chances for a below normal precipitation year in Fresno are now up to 75%. Hope for a year like 2005-2006, where we had 0.26 inches through November and 14.56 after (and, of course, a hell of a lot more than that up here!).

Update through the end of December:
A good December in Fresno (2.31 inches) bumped this year up to 55th driest through 12/31 since 1878. The odds of having a drier than normal year declined to 72%. This does not include January, which already has a total 1.58 inches.

citizen

Jan 20, 2008, 01:24 AM

Statement as of 7:30 PM PST on January 19, 2008

A cold storm system over the Great Basin will begin to impact
central California weather as early as tomorrow night and possibly
continue through Thursday.

A cold storm system over Idaho Sunday will begin to move to the
south and west. As the storm draws nearer in the afternoon... there
will be an increasing chance of rain and high elevation snow
around the Yosemite area Sunday night in the southern Sierra as a
very strong cold front moves through the region Sunday evening.

The cold front will move through the area relatively dry but will
usher in very cold air into the region late Sunday night. Gusty
winds will be associated with the front as it pushes across the
interior central California Sunday night and into Monday morning.

The second surge of Arctic air gets better organized off the
central California coast associated with an upper low by Tuesday
and moves south along the coast into Wednesday. A break in the
weather may occur on Monday and Tuesday... however the timing and
intensity of this system is still uncertain and the exact track of
the storm is also uncertain at this time. Models suggest that the
low will get organized off the central coast by Wednesday and move
onshore Thursday and into Thursday night.

The total amount of rain and snow this system will bring is still
a large question mark... as it is highly dependent on exactly how
much of the storm travels over water and the exact track of the
storm. At this time this storm looks like it will drop around one
half inch of rain in most valley areas... although the potential
exists for totals over one inch along favored upslope areas and
locally heavy snow amounts into the southern Sierra.

People planning travel into or through the mountains and deserts
this week should be aware that these areas will likely be impacted
by this developing storm system.

Please stay tuned to the latest National Weather Service forecasts
and statements as this weather situation develops.

Ironhorse

Jan 20, 2008, 07:39 AM

Depending on what TV weatherman you're listening to the snow level could drop as low as 3,000 feet to 1,000 feet. Of course, if their accuracy on the last couple storms is anything to go by, it could hit the valley, ROFL.

Sandman

Jan 20, 2008, 03:26 PM

It looks like snow is in the forecast for this entire week.

Summer

Jan 20, 2008, 03:35 PM

Shoot, I hope it clears up by Friday for my yard sale!

Sandman

Jan 20, 2008, 03:42 PM

Right now they are saying Friday Night and Saturday it will be partly cloudy with a slight chance of snow. It may be a good idea to plan on a garage sale instead of a yard sale.

Summer

Jan 20, 2008, 10:23 PM

Sandman - LOL. There is no room in my garage. Guess I'll just have to don some mittens and snow shovels for the driveway and the yard sale will go on!

Dodgergirl

Jan 20, 2008, 11:22 PM

gonna post directions? I wanna pick up those cookbooks...

Summer

Jan 21, 2008, 12:04 AM

I posted directions on the Classified ads and also on STI classifieds. They are go north towaard Mariposa on Hwy. 49, right on Rd. 601, left at first street (Cumulus) just past post box clusters, straight up the hill till it dead ends on Thunderhead. Bear toward right and make immediate left up driveway and there we be! (44769)

Dodgergirl

Jan 21, 2008, 12:15 PM

Got two calls telling me that it was snowing in Oakhurst in the past half hour... Now it's snowing up here in Teaford.
Be Safe

Ironhorse

Jan 21, 2008, 12:36 PM

I was talking to my mom on the phone when I read this. She lives at 3200 foot, 4 miles from town, said they've had hail, but no snow.............yet.

BGW

Jan 21, 2008, 12:56 PM

It's Teflon snow--the non-stick variety

nosmatt

Jan 21, 2008, 01:10 PM

any accumulation?

I am @ 3600, near the lake.

CatdaBrat

Jan 21, 2008, 02:53 PM

Very light popcorn snow at 3000 ft. North Fork. Not sticking.

Iris

Jan 23, 2008, 12:37 PM

On Rd. 620 at about 3000 ft, it's snowing!!!! Love it!:grin:

Sandman

Jan 23, 2008, 01:14 PM

I'm snowed in in Teaford... and it's still coming down.

Dodgergirl

Jan 23, 2008, 01:38 PM

I'm sitting in the classroom at OCI watching the snow thru the window... it's not sticking, but the kids are very excited... (they're testing) ;)

Michelle

Jan 23, 2008, 03:29 PM

Looks like Oakhurst is getting some good snow... the high school let kids out early today...1:55, my daughter called me and told me... the snow is coming down good and sticking there too.... but here in coarsegold it is doing nothing but raining....bummer....

Kahlua Kid

Jan 23, 2008, 10:51 PM

Its trying to snow at 2,200 feet here in Coarsegold... 1/2 rain, 1/2 snowflakes... if its going to be this cold, then bring on the snow!!! : )

Kahlua Kid

Jan 23, 2008, 10:58 PM

What a difference 7 minutes make!!! Its SNOWING!!! : ) YAHOO!!! I love watching it at night with the porch light on - to watch it float down!!!

Mysteefied

Jan 23, 2008, 11:25 PM

It's snowing here in Oakhurst

Yosemite Joy

Jan 23, 2008, 11:35 PM

Snowing in Ahwahnee...

guessing that school is going to be at the least delayed... what is the forecast for tomorrow?

*checks weather.com*

Kahlua Kid

Jan 23, 2008, 11:49 PM

Don't know - but you can look at:
http://www.wunderground.com/radar/radblast.asp?zoommode=zoom&num=1&delay=15&scale=1.000&noclutter=0&ID=HNX&type=N0R&lat=37.21290588&lon=-119.73072815&label=Coarsegold,%20CA&showstorms=10&map.x=414&map.y=192&centerx=400&centery=240

The heaviest part of the storm hasn't hit us yet.

We've had at least an inch and a half of snow in the last 45 minutes...

Sandman

Jan 23, 2008, 11:55 PM

I just got home and it was snowing in Oakhurst all all the way home to Teaford. We have a few inches here.

Sandman

Jan 24, 2008, 12:02 AM

Statement as of 6:24 PM PST on January 23, 2008

... Snow Advisory remains in effect until 4 am PST Thursday for the
southern Sierra Nevada north of Kern County...
... Winter Storm Watch remains in effect from Thursday afternoon
through Friday afternoon for the southern Sierra Nevada north of
Kern County...

A Snow Advisory for the southern Sierra Nevada... north of Kern
County... remains in effect until 4 am PST Thursday. A Winter
Storm Watch remains in effect from Thursday afternoon through
Friday afternoon.

Snow showers this afternoon and tonight will accumulate 4 to
7 inches at 4000 feet with as much as 11 inches above 7000 feet.

A Snow Advisory means that periods of snow will cause primarily
travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and
limited visibilities... and use caution while driving.

Another storm system dropping southward along the West Coast of
the United States will spread precipitation into interior central
California once again. Another round of accumulating snow is
possible... with accumulations of as much as a foot or more in the
high country. Anyone planning extended trips to the mountains
should be prepared for wintry conditions... carry chains and a
winter survival kit.

A Winter Storm Watch means there is a potential for significant
snow... sleet... or ice accumulations that may impact travel.
Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite media source
for updates on these potentially hazardous winter storms.

Sanger

Weather.Gov/Hanford

Statement as of 8:19 PM PST on January 23, 2008

The National Weather Service in Hanford CA has issued an urban and
small stream flood advisory effective until 1115 PM PST Wednesday
evening for people in the following counties
in central California
Kings... northwestern Kern... western Tulare... central and
southwestern Fresno... southwestern Madera and Merced

At 810 PM PST Weather Service Doppler radar indicated very heavy
rain. Some street flooding has been reported... and additional Road
flooding is possible... especially in areas with poor drainage.

Drivers in the central and southern San Joaquin Valley should
exercise caution. Do not drive into flooded roadways... as the water
often is deeper than it appears. Remember... turn around... Don/T
drown.

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio... or your favorite news
source... for further information.

Sanger

Statement as of 5:15 PM PST on January 23, 2008

... Rainfall and low elevation snow reports so far since yesterday
evening...

An area of low pressure centered west of the San Francisco Bay area
spread precipitation into interior central California starting
yesterday. The precipitation associated with this system has been
slow to spread eastward across the area today... which has resulted
in a sharp cut-off in precipitation amounts between the western side
of the San Joaquin Valley and points further east. The heaviest
precipitation has generally been north of Fresno and along and west
of Interstate 5 in from southern Fresno County into Kern County. In
addition... with a plentiful supply of cold air aloft... snow levels
have dropped as low as 2000 feet in parts of the Sierra Nevada
foothills in Mariposa and Madera counties.

Here are a few selected precipitation totals so far from yesterday
evening through 5 PM today...

Coalinga co-op 2.36 inches
Spanish Lake 1.92
Five Points 1.51
Kettleman hills 1.24
Madera /kmae/ 1.23
Gustine Airport 0.90
Lemoore Nas 0.83
fig garden/Fresno 0.68
Firebaugh 0.60
Panoche Road 0.55
Los Banos co-op 0.53
San Luis NWR 0.51
Fresno /kfat/ 0.44
Selma 0.29
Clovis NE 0.28
Hanford NWS 0.18
Parlier 0.05
Visalia co-op 0.02
Bakersfield 0.01

... Low elevation snow reports...

Bass Lake 1 inch
El Portal snow falling around 2000 feet... no accumulation
Oakhurst snow falling... but no accumulation in town so far

Yosemite Joy

Jan 24, 2008, 12:02 AM

The news just said that 41 has chains three miles north of coarsegold and in some areas is closed (the coastal or central areas??), as are some other highways and the grapevine.

brrrrrrrrr

beautiful_mess38

Jan 24, 2008, 12:09 AM

We have snow in YLP. Heard on the news the snow level is down to 900 ft.

Summer

Jan 24, 2008, 01:29 AM

On my way to bed - checked outside and yikes, we have about 4 in. of snow! (upper Ahwahnee) It is 12:44am. I think its safe to say tomorrow will probably be a snow day for the schools. Yeah!!!!!!!!!!!

Michelle

Jan 24, 2008, 07:00 AM

Well we got the high school call and so far they are on a two hour delay......

but it is snowing again......and it is 6:00am

Dodgergirl

Jan 24, 2008, 07:15 AM

All Schools In The Bass Lake School District Have Been Canceled For Today...

We have about 7 inches here in Teaford, and it's still snowing..

cattledoggiemoon

Jan 24, 2008, 07:54 AM

We are located up in the hills behind the highschool. About 2-4 inches of snow on the ground but no current snowing. I drive to Wawona every day for work and it was snowing heavily yesterday. By midday there was 5 inches on the ground , just since 9 am , and it was still falling heavily.

I am sure it will be beautiful tomorrow. Stay safe.

Dodgergirl

Jan 24, 2008, 08:01 AM

Today
Snow. New snow accumulation locally up to 7 inches. Highs 30 to 40 at 5000 feet...20 to 30 at 8000 feet.

Tonight
Snow...windy. Local snow accumulation up to 12 inches. Lows 21 to 31 at 5000 feet...8 to 16 at 8000 feet.

Friday
Snow likely. Windy. Chance of snow 70 percent. Snow accumulation up to 4 inches. Total snow accumulation locally up to 23 inches. Highs 31 to 41 at 5000 feet...22 to 32 at 8000 feet.

Friday Night
Mostly cloudy with a 50 percent chance of snow. Breezy. Lows 23 to 33 at 5000 feet...9 to 19 at 8000 feet.

Saturday
Mostly cloudy with a 40 percent chance of snow and rain. Windy. Not as cold. Snow level 5500 feet. Highs 37 to 47 at 5000 feet...28 to 36 at 8000 feet. Saturday night through Sunday night...mostly cloudy. Chance of rain and snow. Very windy. Lows 22 to 32 at 5000 feet...10 to 20 at 8000 feet. Highs 36 to 46 at 5000 feet...24 to 34 at 8000 feet.

Monday and Monday Night
Partly cloudy. Slight chance of snow showers. Windy. Highs 35 to 45 at 5000 feet...26 to 36 at 8000 feet. Lows 19 to 29 at 5000 feet...12 to 22 at 8000 feet.

Tuesday and Tuesday Night
Mostly cloudy. Windy. Highs 37 to 45 at 5000 feet...29 to 39 at 8000 feet. Lows 19 to 29 at 5000 feet...12 to 22 at 8000 feet.

Wednesday
Partly cloudy. Slight chance of snow showers. Very windy. Highs 39 to 47 at 5000 feet...30 to 40 at 8000 feet.

Dodgergirl

Jan 24, 2008, 08:02 AM

cattledoggiemoon

Jan 24, 2008, 12:12 PM

At the school. Yesterday, the roads varied with white packed dry to slushy mash potatoe slush. Took me about an hour up and 1 /12 hours back down. I have a 4x4 truck.

Iris

Jan 24, 2008, 01:00 PM

We awakened to a magical winter wonderland! So quiet and beautiful... Our Border Collie loves to play in the snow... I make a snowball and throw it for her to retrieve; when she can't find it in the snow, she looks up at me with those incredibly intelligent eyes, starts wagging her tail and runs and "attacks" me. So much fun! She is tired now and passed out on her back on the sofa :D

CatdaBrat

Jan 24, 2008, 01:23 PM

Woke up to 7 1/2" of new snow this morning at 3000 ft. in North Fork. (And, of course, a power outage!)

Sandman

Jan 24, 2008, 03:53 PM

It has been snowing on and off all day here in Teaford. There is no way I could get my truck out right now.

Dodgergirl

Jan 24, 2008, 06:05 PM

Channel 24 opened their 5 pm newscast with a "Snow Storm In North Fork" story... Wow, are we that special?

Snowing here now, according to radar, it looks like the worst is yet to come...

MtnEagle

Jan 24, 2008, 06:55 PM

I remember our old house when it snowed like that there in Oakhurst. I can imagine what it must look like now. :)

We're so darn cold down here that we aren't getting snow, just ice...

:confused:

16 degrees F this morning, 14 tonight... :o

Michelle

Jan 24, 2008, 07:47 PM

Well just got home from Oakhurst and went over deadwood and it was snowing hard... the ground you couldn't even see the lines... So anyone going over deadwood please becareful.....

it is hailing out our house right now....

drive safe everyone!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Kahlua Kid

Jan 24, 2008, 08:55 PM

Have had no power since 8:00 am this morn til about 1/2 hour ago... freezing today in the house - no heat, no water without our power!!! and worst of all - NO COMPUTER!!!

Pix from today:

only1alphafemale

Jan 24, 2008, 09:17 PM

Our power went off here in NF about 5 am, It finally came back on around 11 am. ( I was told the whole town/area was out ?) I have one of those Mr Heater thingys that attaches to a propane bottle so I was able to keep warm, but no water, and like you say NO PC! I kept myself busy taking "snow pics" for about an hour and then was bored the rest of the time .... (Thank goodness the power outages arent like they used to be about 25 years ago!!! ) LOL !

Nice pics btw ~!

Michelle

Jan 24, 2008, 10:21 PM

KK what beautiful pictures you have.... the dogs are awesome....

I took mine late last night and my daughter took a few....

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d42/MSkerce/Picture238.jpg
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d42/MSkerce/Picture239.jpg
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d42/MSkerce/Picture240.jpg

Dodgergirl

Jan 24, 2008, 11:03 PM

Rocky playing in the front yard earlier today...

Summer

Jan 24, 2008, 11:28 PM

Rocky is soooo cute! Is he a Corgi?

Yosemite_Wolf

Jan 26, 2008, 05:17 AM

http://thumb9.webshots.net/t/60/660/2/76/64/2580276640074873609ESofbF_th.jpg (http://outdoors.webshots.com/album/562251777dhIOER)

here is link to my snow pics... check out the dogs in the pen.. they look pathetic.. but really, they spent the night warm and cozy on Mummy's bed.

Ironhorse

Jan 26, 2008, 09:06 AM

LOL, yes the dogs look pitiful, but the blow up palm tree out in the snow looks more pathetic YW.

Dodgergirl

Jan 26, 2008, 09:09 AM

Rocky is soooo cute! Is he a Corgi?

Nah, he's a shepherd mix, he's just in almost a foot of snow...

Yosemite_Wolf

Jan 26, 2008, 10:08 AM

LOL, yes the dogs look pitiful, but the blow up palm tree out in the snow looks more pathetic YW.

the dogs were faking... the palm tree faltered in the cold temps... but its a florida via las vegas palm tree. (I got it in LV at a nursing conference)

Sandman

Jan 27, 2008, 04:47 PM

Statement as of 3:03 PM PST on January 27, 2008

Severe Thunderstorm Watch 23 remains in effect until 600 PM PST
for the following locations

CA
. California counties included are

Fresno Kern Kings
Los Angeles Madera Mariposa
Merced Monterey San Benito
San Luis Obispo Santa Barbara Tulare
Ventura

Statement as of 11:37 AM PST on January 27, 2008

... Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until midnight PST
tonight for the southern Sierra Nevada north of Kern County...

A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until midnight PST
tonight for the southern Sierra Nevada north of Kern County.

Moisture being pulled northward by a strong upper low pressure
system is forecast to move into and across the southern Sierra
Nevada through this evening... and winter storm conditions are
possible. Snow levels with this storm are expected to lower to
around 4500 feet by this evening. Additional snow accumulations
of up to 2 feet are possible above 6000 feet by midnight tonight.
Winds will also be strong and gusty.

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio... or your favorite media
source... for further information on this winter weather event.

Weather.Gov/Hanford

only1alphafemale

Jan 27, 2008, 06:38 PM

Thank you for the update Sandman. I missed all of the weather news earlier and was wonderring what we were due for ~ :)

Summer

Jan 27, 2008, 06:40 PM

Nah, he's a shepherd mix, he's just in almost a foot of snow...

LOL - so that accounts for the short legs! He's very cute anyway - even with long legs! Also I have to comment on KK and YW's dogs as well - hey no favoritism here - all your dogs are adorable. I'm just hankering for a Corgi lately - don't know why. Oh, back to the weather - It has been heavy sleet here and rain most of the day and very cold. It is quite awful - reminds me of my home on the east coast - when there was no snow it was just a heavy, cold, damp yucky atmosphere. Like...... Philly!

BGW

Jan 28, 2008, 04:47 AM

OK! Who ordered more snow!!??

Sandman

Jan 28, 2008, 04:51 AM

It's snowing in Teaford Meadows @ 4,000 ft. We have about an inch so far. My Internet and cell phone cut out for about 10 minutes.

Dodgergirl

Jan 28, 2008, 07:53 AM

Yup, I woke up to another winter wonderland. Checked the road conditions (nice feature, Sandman) and still a, wondering if I'll get through to Wawona this morning...
After a day of chopping wood and bagging sand yesterday, I don't think I'm up to putting chains on...
Looks like it isn't over yet, so I guess I'll just head out and see what happens...

Yosemite Joy

Jan 28, 2008, 08:23 AM

Snowing like crazy in Ahwahnee... but no notice of school cancellations.

Not on TV or a phone call. No idea. And it is irritating.

We have about an inch or so. And coming down like crazy.

Dodgergirl

Jan 28, 2008, 08:30 AM

was expecting a cancel call by now, but not happening... the Chawanakee bus is picking up the kids in front of my house as I type this, so I guess I'll up the hill and see if I can get through... it's snowing pretty good here, too...

Yosemite Joy

Jan 28, 2008, 08:44 AM

Nope school is on, which is frustrating. Since chains are required at the Mariposa line (about 2 miles up from me) and 3 miles north of Coarsegold. So why the bus would pick up my children with no chains on and the roads with two inches of snow is beyond me.

Patagoniamaniac

Jan 28, 2008, 08:53 AM

big accident on deadwood! chainss required. I kept my kids home. There gonna send them home anyway....

beautiful_mess38

Jan 28, 2008, 08:54 AM

I woke up at 6:30 no snow in YLP, left at 7:30 sleet, got to the barn to feed the horses snow. Now it's snow heavy. The radio said the chain up area is starting at 41 and O'niels. The temp has dropped 4 deg. since I got up.

Newcomer

Jan 28, 2008, 09:02 AM

We are getting really dumped on now. Flakes the size of golfballs.

Dodgergirl

Jan 28, 2008, 09:06 AM

Two things to look out for..

Incident: 0197 Type: Traffic Hazard Location: ROAD 222 JWO DORSTAN DR Zoom Map: 266 5D info as of: 1/28/2008 8:05:32 AM
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
7:56AM TRACTOR TLR SLID, BLOCKING WB

and:

Incident: 0183 Type: Traffic Collision - Ambulance Responding Location: SR41 AT DEADWOOD MOUNTAIN RD Zoom Map: 8 0E info as of: 1/28/2008 8:06:17 AM
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
7:48AM 1039 57-S3 AND 57-74
7:40AM 1039 CDF/1141
7:40AM MC DOWN IN RDWY
RESPONDING OFFICERS STATUS
7:53AM CHP Unit Enroute

also says ambulance responding for the deadwood accident

ADDITIONAL DETAILS
8:02AM BIG RIG IS CLEARED, WILL WAIT FOR PLOWS, STILL R2 IN AREA
7:45AM SEMI AT THE TOP OF DEADWOOD THAT IS BLOCKING THE SB SIDE, SB SIDE IS SHUT DOWN
7:43AM 74 WILL SET UP CHAIN CONTROL ON NORTH ISDE OF VICTORIA LANE AT SR41
7:29AM CAR VS SNOW PLOW
RESPONDING OFFICERS STATUS
7:31AM CHP Unit Enroute

Sierra Lady

Jan 28, 2008, 09:08 AM

Anyone know more about accident on deadwood. Hubby on way home from work from casino

Patagoniamaniac

Jan 28, 2008, 09:13 AM

Dodgergirl

Jan 28, 2008, 09:17 AM

Dodge, what website can I get this info?..for future reference? thanks

http://cad.chp.ca.gov/

go to the Merced link at the top of the page for our area...

beautiful_mess38

Jan 28, 2008, 09:20 AM

Slick driving conditions possible over the foothills and
Kern County mountains...

Cold air behind a cold front has lowered snow levels to 1600 feet
in Mariposa and Madera counties and to around 3500 feet in the
Tulare foothills and Kern County mountains. Scattered showers
moving through the area will provide brief periods of moderate
snow. An inch or two of snow will be possible below pass level
resulting in hazardous Road conditions. This includes Interstate 5
over the Grapevine and Highway 58 over Tehachapi Pass and 178 over
Walker Pass.

Yosemite Joy

Jan 28, 2008, 09:27 AM

Anyone know more about accident on deadwood. Hubby on way home from work from casino

He is not coming over deadwood it is closed. The injury accident is from a motorcyclist.

Dodgergirl

Jan 28, 2008, 09:31 AM

anyone remember the old weinerschnitzel (sp?) commercial? it's the first thing that came to mind when i saw this... weiner dog alert!

Incident: 0218 Type: Traffic Hazard - Animal Location: SB SR99 AT KANSAS AV Zoom Map: 244 0J info as of: 1/28/2008 8:28:48 AM
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
8:24AM WIENER DOG
RESPONDING OFFICERS STATUS
8:25AM CHP Unit Enroute

I know it's not funny, but I needed a laugh...

Kahlua Kid

Jan 28, 2008, 09:41 AM

Chains required at O'Neals??? WOW! Glad I didn't try to go to work today.

Pix - you know me!

beautiful_mess38

Jan 28, 2008, 09:45 AM

Wolfie's usually home by now. I told her to post road conditions and how low its snowing. Big huge flakes coming down in YLP now and starting to stick.

Sierra Lady

Jan 28, 2008, 09:58 AM

Hubby just got home from casino said accident all cleared he didn't see anything, but my daughter who works at casino will be stuck over there for awhile. Chains and snow tires required over deadwood right now.

Yosemite_Wolf

Jan 28, 2008, 10:22 AM

Wolfie was out taking pics of the snow. HUGE flakes coming down..... Not much snow on 41 as I was coming up... more rain. Didnt start to snow til we got to the house. I have to go to work tonight.. .thank goodness for the Subaru and its all wheel drive!!!

Dodgergirl

Jan 28, 2008, 10:36 AM

Sandmans looking a bit snowed in this morning...

Dodgergirl

Jan 28, 2008, 10:39 AM

Elvis coming down the road...

Dodgergirl

Jan 28, 2008, 10:54 AM

more teaford pics...

Dodgergirl

Jan 28, 2008, 10:56 AM

a river runs thru here...

Dodgergirl

Jan 28, 2008, 10:58 AM

I just cleaned my windshield 10 minutes earlier...

Dodgergirl

Jan 28, 2008, 11:00 AM

obviously some people were prepared for this...

Yosemite_Wolf

Jan 28, 2008, 11:12 AM

My scooby is loving the snow... how about yours Dodge?? Ill post pics later after Ive had some sleep

Yosemite Joy

Jan 28, 2008, 11:20 AM

Snow stopped, and began to melt round here, but then started up again. Not really sticking though. Weatherunderground.com has some issues happening. They say that Ahwahnee is 49 degrees. Uh, no.

Yosemite Joy

Jan 28, 2008, 11:22 AM

Another that I took as it began to come down again.

beautiful_mess38

Jan 28, 2008, 11:36 AM

Starting to snow

beautiful_mess38

Jan 28, 2008, 11:38 AM

Saw a Wolf checking out the snow

beautiful_mess38

Jan 28, 2008, 11:40 AM

Banner staying inside

Dodgergirl

Jan 28, 2008, 11:57 AM

Took these a few minutes ago, looks like a good day for some hot soup, snuggling by the fire and later, a jacuzzi...

Michelle

Jan 28, 2008, 01:12 PM

here is what it looked like at my house...

coarsegold....

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Kahlua Kid

Jan 28, 2008, 03:22 PM

The dogs were busting me up! They were laying down, rolling, pushing their noses down in it and running along making furrows! Was a crack up!

Kahlua Kid

Jan 28, 2008, 03:35 PM

Oh ya - don't forget the kitties! In Camoflauge...

Its hailing here right now - has stopped snowing about 3 hours ago.

only1alphafemale

Jan 28, 2008, 05:42 PM

Camoflauge was right!!! That was harder than a word seek to spot the kitty...~ *sigh* My eyes are getting sooooooo bad ! lol

cak

Jan 29, 2008, 12:12 AM

We drove back to the Bay Area this morning. By the time we got down the hill, 41 was clear, so no worries about Deadwood ... but we had snow sticking as low as 1500', and there was snow in the air at Fresno Crossing, about 1100'.

It had all cleared by the time we got to Raymond, though.

Yosemite_Wolf

Jan 29, 2008, 06:35 PM

found a mess driving through a mess of snow on the parkway

Yosemite Joy

Jan 29, 2008, 08:20 PM

Were some flurries in Oakhurst earlier. And I hear of snow levels to 2500 tonight and tomorrow am. And then Thursday night more snow.

Kahlua Kid

Jan 29, 2008, 09:36 PM

Oh boy - here we go - snowing in Coarsegold 2,500 feet... just started

BGW

Jan 30, 2008, 02:10 AM

I have to say, I am liking this almost daily snow in town. I haven't seen Oakhurst like this in several years. I took this photo about 1 1/2 hours ago...I am between 2100' and 2200' elevation.

Yosemite_Wolf

Jan 30, 2008, 04:42 AM

no rain or snow here at this hour... power flickered a while ago... but no power outages. (knock on wood). Here I am inside with warm and toasty dogs.... The new Husky wants to go out and romp in the rain and cold though.

Sandman

Feb 02, 2008, 06:50 PM

According to wunderground.com we should start getting some snow any minute now...

Statement as of 11:50 AM PST on February 02, 2008

... Winter Storm Warning remains in effect from 6 PM this evening
to midnight PST Sunday night for the southern Sierra Nevada and the
Tehachapi Mountains...

The National Weather Service in Hanford will allow a Winter Storm
Warning to remain in effect from 6 PM this evening to midnight
PST Sunday night for the southern Sierra Nevada and the Tehachapi
Mountains.

The next Pacific storm will reach the region later today and
continue through Sunday. Snow levels will fall to 3500 feet by
Sunday afternoon. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 3 feet will be
possible above 5000 feet in the southern Sierra Nevada. In
addition... strong gusty winds may create areas of blowing and
drifting snow.

In the Kern County mountains... although snow accumulations will
be less... the combination of low snow levels and gusty winds will
impact travel through the Walker Pass beginning late tonight. By
Sunday afternoon... snow will fall on the Grapevine and on the
Tehachapi Pass... and the mix of snow and gusty winds will hinder
travel between the San Joaquin Valley and Southern California.

A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow...
sleet... and ice are expected or occurring. Strong winds are also
possible. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible.

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio... or your favorite news source...
for further information on this winter weather event.

Weather.Gov/Hanford

Summer

Feb 02, 2008, 09:21 PM

Yay.......it's snowing up here at Nip! More snow, more snow, but.........in a perfect world it will all melt by Monday morning so I can drive in to work. :grin:

Iris

Feb 02, 2008, 09:38 PM

Thanks for the post Summer! It prompted me to turn on the porch light and take a look. Yahoo, it is snowing up here too! Going to be another beautiful winter morning in the mountains! :grin:

CatdaBrat

Feb 02, 2008, 09:48 PM

Snow at 3000 ft. in North Fork. Just started to stick.

Kahlua Kid

Feb 02, 2008, 10:22 PM

No snow here in Coarsegold around 2,500 feet. Just that really slick icy looking stuff hanging on the trees. Maybe later tonite... !

Sandman

Feb 02, 2008, 10:28 PM

We have a few inches here in Teaford @ about 4,000 ft. Dodgergirl is leaving Coarsegold and driving over deadwood to Oakhurst right now and she is in her daughters Neon. I hope Deadwood isn't too bad right now. I don't see any chain requirements posted on the DOT website. She may be stuck in Coarsegold for the night.

CatdaBrat

Feb 02, 2008, 10:31 PM

I hope she will make it with no problems. She is probably a bit nervous about it.

Kahlua Kid

Feb 02, 2008, 10:33 PM

When was she leaving? It just started snowing here at 2,300ish...

monkey

Feb 02, 2008, 10:53 PM

We came over Deadwood about 1/2 hour ago and the road was clear with the snow sticking on the side of the roads. Let us know when she makes it home safe.

Summer

Feb 02, 2008, 11:10 PM

Wow, I didn't know we were in for this big of a snowstorm! We have 3-4" now and it is still coming down heavily! This may be the biggest snowfall yet if it continues. Hope everyone made it over Deadwood in time.

Dodgergirl

Feb 02, 2008, 11:47 PM

Made it home. :)
Came over Deadwood in the neon and it was really coming down, left Oakhurst in my Subaru and it still took me an hour to get home. Didn't think I was gonna make it a few times, but with Sandman on speaker keeping me focused, I came home to about 5" of snow. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone without chains now, it was really getting deep. The plow was going down as I was turning into Teaford, but don't know when they will plow the other side...
Now the power is flickering, hopefully it won't go out tonite. But, thanks to a few friends I have a warm fire going...

CatdaBrat

Feb 03, 2008, 12:09 AM

Glad you're home safe. Power flickering here, too. I expect it to go out...it always does when there is a storm, no matter if it's rain or snow. Haven't seen any improvements in that department for decades. I guess it's not possible up here. I just keep my battery-operated lanterns handy, some extra water in pitchers and a stack of dry firewood handy. Oh, and a good book!

Yosemite_Wolf

Feb 03, 2008, 02:31 AM

I drove home from Fresno at 11 pm. (Falcon game) It was raining buckets and the rain was coming down sideways!!!! The wind was incredible! My Subaru was blowing all over the road.
No snow yet, but my Desktop WeatherChannel states "heavy snow" in Coarsegold......anyone seen any white stuff out in C-gold yet? Oh, and you can bet your knickers that I got a bollocking out by my two longer haired big dogs who were out in their Luxury Pen all evening. (if they had ANY brains, they would stayed in the doghouse, not out in the rain... silly dogs!)

Ironhorse

Feb 03, 2008, 10:33 AM

Glad everyone made it home last night. It poured most of the night here in Fresno (glad I wasn't going home last night!). Still raining this morning. I was thinking about what it must be like up there.

monkey

Feb 03, 2008, 11:00 AM

The NGI has about 2 1/2 feet of snow and it jsut keeps coming. Anyone want to come help shovel out our guest's cars?

Kahlua Kid

Feb 03, 2008, 11:26 AM

Urgent - Winter Weather Message
National Weather Service San Joaquin Valley - Hanford Ca
330 Am Pst Sun Feb 3 2008

Caz093-094-031930-
/o.con.khnx.sn.y.0005.000000t0000z-080204t0800z/
Mariposa Madera And Fresno County Foothills-
Tulare County Foothills-
330 Am Pst Sun Feb 3 2008

...snow Advisory Remains In Effect Until Midnight Pst Tonight
For The Southern Sierra Nevada Foothills..

A Snow Advisory Remains In Effect For The Sierra Foothills Until
Midnight Pst Tonight.

A Pacific Storm Is Spreading Rain And Mountain Snow Across
Interior Central California. Snow Levels Will Be Around 3000
Feet...but Locally Could Fall To 2000 Feet In Heavy Snow Showers
This Afternoon. Total Snow Accumulations Of 8 To 11 Inches Will Be
Possible Above 3000 Feet. In Addition.. Strong Gusty Winds May
Create Areas Of Blowing And Drifting Snow.

A Snow Advisory Means That Periods Of Snow Will Cause Primarily
Travel Difficulties. Be Prepared For Snow Covered Roads And
Limited Visibilities...and Use Caution While Driving.

Stay Tuned To Noaa Weather Radio...or Your Favorite News Source..
For Further Information On This Winter Weather Event.

$$

Sanger

Kahlua Kid

Feb 03, 2008, 11:42 AM

The snow was coming down last night like crazy for 3 hours and then I went to sleep. This morning, nothing - the rain washed it all away! Just some light hail today thus far.

Iris

Feb 03, 2008, 11:57 AM

Glad everyone is safe! We are @4 miles up RD 620 (from 41) @ 3100' and still have snow on the ground. This morning we have had rain, sleet and snow (at the moment nothing). Our power went out at about 3:30 am but came back up right away, and has been going off and on sporadically...
Be careful everyone...

Sandman

Feb 03, 2008, 01:09 PM

Well, this is the most snow we have had all year. We have about a foot. In some places it is more. I just walked down to Dodgergirls house and there were a few places where I sank up to my knee. Try walking in a foot of snow with straight legs (I have JRA). It's not easy.

I attempted to drive Dodgergirls Subaru from her house to mine and it wasn't having it. It took us almost an hour just to get it back in her driveway. Then, another neighbor came along in a Subaru and got stuck. Four wheel drive trucks and SUV's are getting through with no problem. I'm reconsidering buying an AWD car... I may end up going with a 4WD truck or SUV instead. It's times like these that I miss my Jeep.

BTW: It's still snowing here in Teaford and they have yet to plow us.

Summer

Feb 03, 2008, 01:09 PM

Summer

Feb 03, 2008, 01:41 PM

It is a little after Noon here at Nip and it is very dark and the snow is coming down like crazy with wind too. We had about 4" on the ground from last night, sun came out and I thought it would be melted by this afternoon, but not now. It is layering up pretty fast. What's it doing in Oakey?

No, wait, now the sun is out! And just as I was typing this it has clouded up again. I guess these are storm clouds that just come and go. :sunny: :snowflake2: :sunny: :snowflake2:

Dodgergirl

Feb 03, 2008, 04:50 PM

Teaford 5 am

Dodgergirl

Feb 03, 2008, 04:51 PM

right before the snow started...again... 3:30

Dodgergirl

Feb 03, 2008, 08:54 PM

Looks like there is a tree down on the 222, will post more when the details are clearer.
Stay Safe

Yosemite Joy

Feb 03, 2008, 09:14 PM

Had a fun adventure in Fish Camp today. Went sideways off the road in the Yukon XL. Played in the snow... lots, LOTS of people were stuck every which way off the road into the snow bank, it was hilarious. Saw one real accident with smooshed cars, looked like they slid into the snow banks into each other, everyone else was just ice skating off the road.

I have some great snowy pics, will put them up tomorrow, too tired tonight.

Dodgergirl

Feb 03, 2008, 09:18 PM

Kahlua Kid

Feb 04, 2008, 11:14 PM

Its nice to see the snow come down (on weekends!) But now, glad no snow.

What a difference 8 hours makes - Table Mountain on the way to work this morning... and Table Mountain on the way home this evening...

Yosemite_Wolf

Feb 05, 2008, 10:56 AM

Beautiful pics KK! The last few nights that I have driven to work, the sunsets over the valley have been GORGEOUS! Im like, wish I had time to stop for pics. This morning is absolutely gorgeous so Princess Topaz and I took a walk. Blue Heron lake was pretty this am with the mist rising off the lake and the herons on the water. I was going into the clubhouse to vote after work and OF COURSE did not have my camera and knew that if I ran home and got it, the mist would be gone along with the photo op. * note to self* put camera back in car.

pklteam

Feb 13, 2008, 12:02 PM

Hi everyone,
I'm new here. Does anyone know what the weather like in April of this year? I've booked my trip to Bass Lake in April 10, 2008, any advise? Thanks.

PKL

Dodgergirl

Feb 13, 2008, 12:11 PM

:rofl:
Could be warm, could be cold; I believe it was two years ago we had snow in May...
The definitive factor is what kind of weather are you hoping for? There are so many activities for both summer/winter fun, but I don't believe there will be too much Lake activity, that is, unless we continue this warming trend and the lake fills early..., but I think that's just wishful thinking on my part.

Sandman

Feb 13, 2008, 12:25 PM

Summer activities generally do not begin until May. That is when the lake gets full and it is warm enough to enjoy it. Although the lake really isn't warm until the end of May. Most likely, it will be too cold to get in the lake in April. In fact, March is often our wettest month and sometimes that rolls over to the beginning of April. However, we may be surprised and get an early spring.

I do remember a few years ago we had snow in April one week and 90 degree weather the following week. I had friends that went snowboarding in the morning and wakeboarding in the afternoon. Although April is generally the month that people wear wet suits if wakeboarding on Bass Lake. The fresh snow melt is pretty cold.

So, I would say that you should be prepared for winter and summer weather. You may get a bit of both when you are here. Make sure you have snow chains for your car. You are required by law to carry them if the roads have snow on them.

Dodgergirl

Feb 14, 2008, 12:24 AM

Forecast for Sierra Nevada from Yosemite to Kings Canyon

Updated: 10:09 PM PST on February 13, 2008
High wind watch in effect through Thursday morning... Rest of tonight...partly cloudy. A 20 percent chance of snow showers early in the evening. Damaging winds possible after midnight. Lows 26 to 36 at 5000 feet...16 to 26 at 8000 feet. Local northeast winds 50 to 55 mph after midnight with gusts up to 80 mph possible.

Thursday
Sunny. Damaging winds possible in the morning. Highs 44 to 52 at 5000 feet...35 to 41 at 8000 feet. Local northeast winds 55 to 65 mph with gusts to around 80 mph possible in the morning.

Thursday Night
Clear...colder. Lows 20 to 30 at 5000 feet...9 to 19 at 8000 feet.

only1alphafemale

Feb 14, 2008, 03:30 AM

Wow ! The winds are beating us pretty good here right now...alot of sand and debris in the air~ My house is creaking and shaking and the winds just screech:no: ! Both of my cats have gone into hiding, If I could find them I would probably join them right about now !!!! :confused:

Dodgergirl

Feb 14, 2008, 07:41 AM

Updated: 4:00 am PST on February 14, 2008

High wind watch in effect until noon PST today...

Today
Partly cloudy. Highs 40 to 50 at 5000 feet...31 to 39 at 8000 feet. Local northeast ridge and canyon winds 50 to 60 mph with gusts to around 80 mph in the morning.

cak

Feb 14, 2008, 09:12 AM

April? Hoo, boy. Last year, it was pouring rain. The year before, too. I think that it's been 5 years since it was nice and sunny on my birthday in early April... doesn't mean it won't be nice, but it will likely be chilly and messy. There are still nice hikes to do.

Badger Pass closes ... a week after Easter? So there won't be downhill skiing, but the Glacier Point Road might still be open for snow play.

Dodgergirl

Feb 16, 2008, 03:29 PM

Monday Night and Tuesday
Mostly cloudy. Slight chance of showers. Lows 30 to 40 at 5000 feet...22 to 32 at 8000 feet. Highs 46 to 56 at 5000 feet...37 to 43 at 8000 feet.

Tuesday Night through Thursday
Mostly cloudy. Chance of rain and snow. Lows 31 to 41 at 5000 feet...25 to 35 at 8000 feet. Highs 41 to 51 at 5000 feet...33 to 43 at 8000 feet.

Thursday Night
Cloudy. Snow likely. Lows 29 to 39 at 5000 feet...20 to 30 at 8000 feet.

Friday
Mostly cloudy. Chance of snow. Highs 36 to 44 at 5000 feet...33 to 38 at 8000 feet.

Dodgergirl

Feb 19, 2008, 09:12 AM

Today
Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers. Snow level 6500 feet. Highs 48 to 58 at 5000 feet...38 to 46 at 8000 feet.

Tonight
Mostly cloudy with a 50 percent chance of snow and rain. Breezy. Snow level 6000 feet. Lows 24 to 34 at 5000 feet...14 to 22 at 8000 feet.

Mostly cloudy with a 50 percent chance of showers. Breezy. Snow level 5000 feet. Highs 44 to 52 at 5000 feet...32 to 40 at 8000 feet.

Wednesday Night
Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of snow showers. Breezy. Lows 25 to 35 at 5000 feet...18 to 26 at 8000 feet.

Thursday
Mostly cloudy with a 50 percent chance of snow and rain. Snow level 5500 feet. Highs 44 to 52 at 5000 feet...34 to 42 at 8000 feet.

Thursday Night
Cloudy. Snow likely. Lows 27 to 35 at 5000 feet...17 to 25 at 8000 feet.
cloudy

Friday through Sunday Night
Mostly cloudy. Very windy. Chance of showers. Highs 40 to 50 at 5000 feet...29 to 39 at 8000 feet. Lows 24 to 34 at 5000 feet...15 to 25 at 8000 feet.

Monday
Mostly sunny. Highs 40 to 48 at 5000 feet...30 to 38 at 8000 feet. :sunny:

John S

Feb 19, 2008, 09:23 AM

NOAA says that each successive storm will get colder with a chance of snow in the foothills by this weekend.

I'm so glad that winter is back! Its going to be a beautiful Spring.

BGW

Feb 19, 2008, 09:49 AM

The local news last night said Sunday's snow levels could drop to 1800 feet

only1alphafemale

Feb 19, 2008, 10:27 PM

The local news last night said Sunday's snow levels could drop to 1800 feet

:) That will make my tulips and daffodills happy, they are about an inch and a half tall now ~ :yes:

GOASTRIDER

Feb 20, 2008, 12:09 PM

Good Day:grin: everyone need to do my 5 entries to enjoy the group.

only1alphafemale

Feb 20, 2008, 12:28 PM

Welcome to the forums~! Right now its stopped raining at my house, I am over in south fork. Where are you located?? :grin:

Dodgergirl

Feb 21, 2008, 11:54 PM

Winter Storm Watch in effect from Saturday evening through Sunday evening...

Rest of Tonight
Periods of rain and snow. Snow level near 5000 feet. Total snow accumulations ranging from 4 to 7 inches at the 5000 foot level to nearly a foot above 6000 feet. Lows 25 to 35 at 5000 feet...15 to 21 at 8000 feet.

Friday
Snow showers...mainly during the afternoon. New snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches above 5000 feet. Highs 38 to 48 at 5000 feet...27 to 37 at 8000 feet.

Friday Night
Mostly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of snow showers. Lows 21 to 29 at 5000 feet...13 to 23 at 8000 feet.

Saturday
Mostly cloudy with a 50 percent chance of snow. Locally strong winds over the crest. Highs 42 to 52 at 5000 feet...33 to 43 at 8000 feet.

Saturday Night
Snow and rain...heavy at times. Strong winds over the crest. Snow level 5500 feet. Lows 24 to 30 at 5000 feet...13 to 21 at 8000 feet.

Sunday
Snow...heavy at times. Strong winds continuing over the crest. Highs 37 to 45 at 5000 feet... 27 to 37 at 8000 feet.

Sunday Night
Snow diminishing to flurries by midnight. Lows 27 to 33 at 5000 feet...18 to 24 at 8000 feet.

Sandman

Feb 22, 2008, 01:09 PM

On one hand, I am very excited at the possibility of clean, full lakes this summer.

On the other hand, I am ready for it to stop raining. I want warm weather!

Ironhorse

Feb 22, 2008, 03:41 PM

Michelle

Feb 22, 2008, 03:46 PM

Special Weather Statement

WEST CENTRAL SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY-EAST CENTRAL SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY- SOUTHWESTERN SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY- SOUTHEASTERN SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY- MARIPOSA MADERA AND FRESNO COUNTY FOOTHILLS- TULARE COUNTY FOOTHILLS- 147 PM PST FRI FEB 22 2008...STRONG THUNDERSTORMS MOVING ACROSS PORTIONS OF THE SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY...
SCATTERED THUNDERSTORMS WILL MOVE EAST ACROSS PORTIONS OF THE SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY THIS AFTERNOON. THE STRONGEST STORMS COULD CONTAIN SMALL HAIL... GUSTY WINDS TO 40 MPH...FREQUENT LIGHTNING...BRIEF DOWNPOURS...AND SHORT- LIVED FUNNEL CLOUDS.
AT 140 PM PST...DOPPLER RADAR INDICATED THE STRONGEST STORMS IN AND AROUND VISALIA AND THE MENDOTA AREAS.
REMAIN ALERT IF A STRONG THUNDERSTORM APPROACHES YOUR AREA...BE READY TO RESPOND IF A WARNING IS ISSUED FOR YOUR AREA. IF A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM OR TORNADO WARNING IS ISSUED FOR YOUR LOCATION...SEEK SHELTER IMMEDIATELY... PREFERABLY IN A BASEMENT OR AN INTERIOR ROOM ON THE LOWEST LEVEL OF A BUILDING.

only1alphafemale

Feb 22, 2008, 08:16 PM

We just drove around Bass Lake from NF to Oakurst. It was snowing pretty good when we went over, so the roads were slippery, however on the way back home it had stopped snowing~ still some slippery slushy areas of road way, so drive carefull everyone ! :yes:

only1alphafemale

Feb 22, 2008, 08:18 PM

Well, I'm in Fresno and it suddenly got very, very dark. The winds have picked up and there's a very black cloud overhead, and I just heard the first rumbles of thunder. (and I REALLY DON'T like thunder)

I hope its all settled down and quiet for you in the valley Buzzard ! You sound you like thunder as much as like bad winds ~ NOT!!! :no:

Ironhorse

Feb 23, 2008, 06:38 AM

had a little bit of thunder last night, didn't last a long time, thank goodness! But man, that kind of stuff sure puts a crimp in using the old computer, LOL.

Kahlua Kid

Feb 23, 2008, 08:05 AM

Mariposa Madera And Fresno County Foothills-
Tulare County Foothills-
340 Am Pst Sat Feb 23 2008

...wind Advisory Remains In Effect From 6 Pm This Evening To
10 Am Pst Sunday For The Central And South San Joaquin Valley And
The Southern Sierra Nevada Foothills..

A Wind Advisory For The Central And South San Joaquin Valley And
The Southern Sierra Nevada Foothills Remains In Effect From 6 Pm
This Evening To 10 Am Pst Sunday.

A Strong Pacific Storm Will Be Near The Northern California Coast
Tonight Before Weakening And Moving To The Northeast On Sunday.
This Low Pressure Area Will Bring Strong Winds To The Central And
Southern San Joaquin Valley And To The Southern Sierra Nevada
Foothills. Southeast Winds Will Increase To 25 To 35 Mph By
Saturday Evening And Continue Into Sunday Morning. Local Gusts To
50 Mph Are Possible And May Exceed 70 Mph At The Foot Of The
Grapevine.

Winds Of This Magnitude Could Topple Shallow Rooted Trees And
Power Lines. Motorists Should Exercise Caution While Driving In
The Wind Advisory Area. Be Alert To Sudden Gusts Of Wind Which
May Cause You To Lose Control Of Your Vehicle.