The nor'easter that blew through on Thursday dropped considerable snow at the higher elevations. At least one skier checked out the Whiteface Highway where there was over 6" near the summit. We'll get a reading on what elevation the snow starts at and post an update this evening. While this is primarily a ski condition report, this snow will have a major effect on anyone's hiking plans for the weekend. Saturday and Sunday will be sunny with temperatures in the 50s, so there will be some melting; but it is unlikely to be all melted above 4,000 feet by Sunday. More normal October temperatures return next week with more rain in the middle of the week, so this doesn't appear to be the beginning of the ski season - just the season when each weekend's hiking may or may not be impacted by snow and ice. Whiteface Highway selfie by Ron Konowitz below.
Friday evening update:
There is skiable snow on the Whiteface Highway starting two-1/2 miles up at about 3,500 feet. Snow depth at the top of the highway (4,500 feet) is over one foot, and that should "translate" to snow depth at similar elevations in the High Peaks. Saturday and Sunday will be mostly sunny, so the snow line will melt back progressively during the weekend. Even so, Sunday snow depths will still be significant at 4,000 feet. Plan your hike or ski accordingly. Photo of snow (and snowman on picnic table) at 3,500 feet below.
Friday evening update:
There is skiable snow on the Whiteface Highway starting two-1/2 miles up at about 3,500 feet. Snow depth at the top of the highway (4,500 feet) is over one foot, and that should "translate" to snow depth at similar elevations in the High Peaks. Saturday and Sunday will be mostly sunny, so the snow line will melt back progressively during the weekend. Even so, Sunday snow depths will still be significant at 4,000 feet. Plan your hike or ski accordingly. Photo of snow (and snowman on picnic table) at 3,500 feet below.
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