Category: Weather
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20 miles from the nearest plowed road
From the Tuolumne winter rangers — Wildlife: We had quite the wildlife sighting last Friday, as we got to watch a pine marten (a large member of the weasel family) try to catch a White-tailed Jackrabbit during the height of the snowstorm. The scene seemed to unfold in slow motion, as neither animal was able…
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Badger Pass Conditions – January 6th 2008
Here are the conditions at the Badger Pass ski resort for January 1st through 6th 2008. High Temp: 55 (1/2, 1/4) Low Temp: 1 (1/6) New Snow: 35” (1/5 15”, 1/6 15”) Total settled snow depth: ~46” – bottom of Eagle Lift Badger Pass Ski Area: The downhill ski area is 100% open with lifts…
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Snow Snow Snow!
If you’ve never had a chance to experience a snow storm in Yosemite from the relative safety and warmth of a cabin or hotel room the next best thing is to keep your eyes glued to the Yosemite Association webcams in the park. Here are two beautiful shots I caught this morning off the Ahwahnee…
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Photo of the Day: Snow on Half Dome
Today’s Photo of the Day is a really beautiful shot of Half Dome I happened to come across on the Yosemite Association webcam. This shot gives you a pretty good idea of the snow that’s been falling. More snow and rain are expected over the next few days so if you’re headed into the park…
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How To Be Safe While Driving This Winter
The California Department of Transportation has come up with some great hints and tips before you set off for the mountains this winter. Caltrans: “Make sure your brakes, windshield wipers, defroster, heater and exhaust system are in top condition. Check your antifreeze and be ready for colder temperatures. You may want to add special solvent…
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Winter Storms Expected to Bring Snow for Christmas to Yosemite
A winter storm warning is in effect for the Sierra tonight after as a wave of storms move into Northern California bringing rain, snow and high winds. KCRA3: “A winter storm warning was issued for the Sierra in advance of a strong wave of rain and snow coming Monday evening and early Tuesday. About 0.19…
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Tioga and Glacier Point Roads Close for Season
Well it’s that time again. Recent snow and rain have turned to ice blanketing the Sierra and that means the closure of the Tioga and Glacier Point Roads. NPS: Heavy snow and ice from the recent storm have closed the Tioga Road, the Glacier Point Road, and the Mariposa Grove for the winter season. These…
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More Snow Means More Winter Closings
Snow and winter weather is officially signaling the beginning of winter which means some services will be closing until next spring. Currently the Mariposa Grove Gift Shop is now closed for the season. Also, the RV sanitary dump at Wawona is closed for the season. If you should need to use the RV dump station…
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Reader Question: What’s it Like After Christmas
Marlynn wrote in to ask: “My family and I are planning to visit Yosemite between Christmas and New Years, what can I expect? Is it crowded? How is the weather?” Sorry Marlynn. If you’re looking for solitude to unwind after shopping and the mad Christmas rush you won’t find it in Yosemite. I could not…
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Weekend Weather for November 9th – 11th 2007
Author Note: Due to the unpredictability of weather in the Sierra during the winter I’ve moved the Weekend Weather to Thursday’s for the season in hopes the forecast will be a little more timely for everyone who is headed up over the upcoming weekends. Thanks! ~ Loyd Grab your rain coat if you’re headed up…