Maggie's Peak

Location Name: 
Maggies
Region: 
West Shore Area
Date and time of observation: 
Fri, 01/04/2013 - 11:00
Location Map: 
United States
38° 56' 22.5564" N, 120° 6' 47.052" W
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Observation made by: Public
Snowpit Observations
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Air temps warmed today and the south facing aspects of Maggies peak received enough solar input to warm the snow considerably.  East and North slopes remained cold with light snow remaining on the top of a 'right side up' snow pack.  Skiing was good in cooler aspects which kept snow conditions favorable.  Traversing a south exposure at mid day we found wet snow from solar exposure where crystals had rounded and are going to refreeze tonight creating the first crust since the last storm cycle.  Calm winds at altitude and warm sunshine reminded me we are still in Tahoe after the long week of below freezing temps keeping the snow cold and soft. 

Weather Observations
Blowing Snow: 
No
Cloud Cover: 
Clear
Air temperature: 
Above Freezing
Wind Speed: 
Calm
Precipitation: 
None
Air temperature trend: 
Warming
Wind Direction: 
Accumulation rate: 
None
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