snowpack, California

California’s first snow survey of season shows solid start to winter
Winter is off to a promising start for California water managers. A handful of storms in late fall and over the holidays primed the state’s mountains with a solid base of snow, with such high-elevation spots as the Truckee River basin,
California’s first snow survey of 2025 shows snowpack near average
The Department of Water Resources (DWR) conducted its first snow survey of the season today at Phillips Station, reporting that California's snowpack is off to a solid start, with levels
California to conduct first snow survey of 2025
The start of another new year means another series of snow surveys conducted by the California Department of Water Resources. And many times over the years, questions arise as to why the state measures the snowpack and why it even matters to the everyday person.
Sierra snowpack sees promising start as California water officials take first survey of 2025
California’s first snowpack measurement of 2025 on Thursday showed promising figures for the water year, complemented by high storage levels in some of the state’s most critical reservoirs. However, uneven snow distribution across the Sierra Nevada highlights lingering concerns as the state moves into its peak precipitation season.
California conducts first snow survey of 2025 on Thursday
PHILLPS STATION, Calif. - The California Department of Water Resources will conduct the first snow survey of 2025 on Thursday, Jan. 2. Representatives will gather at Phillips Station near Lake Tahoe to measure water content in the snowpack, a key indicator for water supply.
California's 1st snowpack survey of 2025 may offer promise, but will it last?
California's first monthly snowpack survey comes on Thursday. It's likely to be reasonably good for this early part of the rain and snow season.
California water officials to conduct first snow survey of 2025
The start of another new year means another series of snow surveys conducted by the California Department of Water Resources.
Yes, Lassen Peak is California's snowiest mountain. How much snow does it get?
The “snowiest” label could depend on whether you’re talking about where the most snow falls or where the most snow piles up.
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Up to 3 Feet of Snow Possible for California
The Holidays will be filled with snow, rain, and wind at California's ski resorts.
Northern California forecast: Dry Thursday ahead of rain and snow on Friday
Thursday will be dry and partly cloudy for Northern California ahead of a round of rain and snow. The KCRA 3 weather team is issuing an Impact Day because of how the rain and snow will affect outdoor ...
Skiing Palisades Tahoe, California’s ‘Big, Powdery Playground’
The resort in the Sierra Nevada, known for its challenging terrain, has cool, swagger and a long history. A first-timer is ...
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43 Inches of Snow Forecasted for Western Ski Resorts
The FOX Forecast Center is tracking a changing weather pattern for the New Year as Arctic air plunges temperatures for the ...
Northern California forecast: Rain and snow return Thursday evening
After a quiet Christmas holiday, rain and high elevation snow are back in the forecast for Thursday. The steadiest ...
California Weather Update: Warnings Issued as Atmospheric River Soaks State
Widespread rain and stormy conditions are expected across much of California this week. The National Weather Service (NWS) ...
Northern California Weather Updates | Latest on Sierra snow, chain controls, wet
KCRA 3 considered Sunday a weather impact day due to heavy snow in the Sierra. Meteorologist Heather Waldman provides the ...