JustinRP37

Looking at the history that Don has posted, it seems like the odds are heavily against a massive storm within a week of another major storm. For that reason, I tend to think this one won't directly impact us. However, if we see it trending that way by tomorrow, then I think it could be game on. I just don't get the sense that it is going to happen. If it did, we would need some areas to start moving snow banks around like in other big seasons as there isn't much room for more snow. I would love to see it personally.

Just measured a bit over 12 inches in Patterson, NY. Still dumping outside!

Up here we never switched to sleet or freezing rain. We should be wrapped up by around 1am. Tomorrow the sun may even peak out by 10-12.

That’s the thing I don’t think I’ve ever seen so many early closings and cancellations for Monday as with this storm. The media has basically made it sound like the apocalypse. I think by mid morning tomorrow we are looking pretty much back to normal. Could be wrong but it doesn’t look like it.

I have never seen so many prolonged travel restrictions and bans before for a storm like this. Yes it is big, but no where near as severe as many in the past. Dutchess county until 5pm tomorrow? The big stuff will be over long before then!

Measured over 10 inches in my yard in Patterson. Absolutely ripping out there. Think we make 16-24 easily.

Some people really seem to be cheering for sleet. Why do some put so much faith in one model that is being retired and not receiving many updates?

You mean for the past 5-7 years has. My son hasn’t seen a “big dumping” in his life. He is 7! Fingers crossed. I showed him pictures of our big blizzards and he got so excited.

This weekend was absolutely amazing. Reminds me of winters of childhood. It was a long duration snowfall that dropped a good amount of snow. I feel like in the past decade when we get snow it is all much quicker and heavier. This was a nice steady snowfall. Looking ahead it looks great!

This was an awesome weekend of snow. Picked up about 5 total here in Patterson. My son’s team was playing in a hockey tournament named the Blizzard Cup, so this was perfect!

Got just shy of 5 inches in Patterson area. Impressive little burst this afternoon.

I have a Smart Oil tank monitor on a 275 gallon tank. I’ve been burning about 4.5 gallons a day the past few weeks when we are home all day and heat to 70 during the day. 64 upstairs and 60 downstairs when we are sleeping and 62 when we are gone for more than a few hours. We also heat the partially finished basement when we are home and my son goes down to play. All in all, a little under 1750 sq feet heated. Been told the house is pretty well insulated but I do have to replace the seal on the front door.

Another inch last night here. Was very surprised to see that much when I woke up. Leaf blower took care of it though.

Can a certain someone at least admit they were dead wrong about December? Unbelievable how most of the area has had more snow cover days than the previous few winters, and we just finished December. We aren’t going to be mowing in February. Which reminds me, I have to drain the fuel out of my mower.

Beautiful night last night at Catamount skiing with my son. Some ice, but overall wonderful conditions. The coldest I saw on the car thermometer was -2 coming home. Certainly cold out there. As for those saying if it doesn’t snow it should be warm, winter sports enthusiasts strongly disagree! Although talking with some people last night, the common theme was this start is too good and we are all waiting for the shoe to drop. But so far this has been a great winter.

A nice touch up snow! For all the negativity, I have had snow cover in my yard for most of the month of December. That is a first since moving to Putnam County.

We have a good pack that should be concrete by tomorrow morning. Did you all see the Top Golf fencing come down with the ice and wind in Auburn Hills, Michigan? Incredible videos online showing the weight of the ice and then the wind. Sad they will have to cancel their New Year's Eve party this year.

Just got back from a visit to Ohio yesterday and was impressed with around 8 inches when I got home! Currently some freezing rain. Looking forward for the return to cold after tomorrow but pissed we have to have freezing rain and rain after that beautiful snow.

I honestly am believing that 1 in 4 might be insane. Goes for some of my family members….

Just wow is all I will say with personal attacks over… weather. I wish people would recognize their personal biases and not defend them with personal attacks. This is a weather forum that is supposed to be for enthusiasts, We shouldn’t be putting our mods through hell to keep this readable.

It is amazing how negative people are. We have had the best start to winter in years. Ski areas nearing 100% open for snowmaking trails and Vermont doing better than the Rockies. You would think it has been 50s and raining everyday. My oil consumption is up almost 25% from this time last year, so it has been cold. Upcoming pattern looks mild for a few days but nothing like we have had recently with weeks of mild at the peak of winter. Sit back and enjoy the snow today.

I have no complaints up here in Putnam with how winter started. It has been cold, and we still have some snow on the ground. But I know winter nowadays never sustains itself, and the fact that a warmup looks likely around Christmas is shocking to nobody. I don’t even think a bookie would take the bet anymore for warmth around Christmas. On a side note, with these unpredictable winters and shrinking ski seasons, I really wonder how many seasons Thunder Ridge has left. Between the shortening season and the ancient lifts…

This is honestly the longest I have held onto an inch of snow since I moved up here. It has been great and cold all week. Stringing up the outdoor lights today! I honestly don't know how people don't like winter, especially on a day like today. The chill feels great!

I hope not, but it seems like tradition now that we grill outside in shorts around Christmas lately. Usually get so excited with all the ski areas opening up only to be hit with mild temps and slush during the holiday week, which then turns to ice in January. The good news is at some point the streak has to break.

Everyone that gets paid by clicks is bullish. Same story each year, rinse and repeat. The CPC and Weather Channel are not bullish on winter in the northeast at all yet. I remain skeptical. I think we will see more snow than the past few years, but that is not a tall order to do. I think we are going to have quick snaps of cold and then moderating throughout December and January. Looking at the continent as a whole so far we are well behind the 8-ball. Fingers crossed we can make up for it.