I am surprised too that we only had a few scattered tiny flurries one day this month...if you blinked you missed them . Couldn't even muster residual lake effect flakes on a blustery west wind.
This is a great post. I too, can't believe the lack of winter in the northern plains, Canada and upper Midwest. Even in NNE they were just barely cold enough most of the time when it did snow.
I didn't think we would go down through December without any measurable snow but it looks like it's possible. Doesn't happen often but I remember winter 06-07 where we didn't get measurable til the end of January.
Dear Mother Nature
Please blanket the entire region with a few inches of snow so most folks will be happier. Please stop these SE Screamers.
Thanks for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely
Codfishsnowman
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I kinda miss the occasional clippers, the increasing high clouds through dimming sunshine is winter's beauty at some of it's finest. The modest amount of powdery snow that follows makes it even better.
I had two inches in Bristol CT and I was thrilled. I remember watching the weather on TV all day. I think some parts of eastern CT had over 8 inches and then emass got lit up. Pretty sure that was a clipper redevelopment. Was super fluffy
You know what I admire about you more than your writing and explanation of weather phenomenon? You are not afraid to speak your mind. I just thought no one would ever have the balls to bring up the other side of snow making especially with all the skiers on the site. You rock!