This morning, temperatures have dropped slightly under overcast skies. Trailhead temperatures are in the mid-30s °F, and ridgetop temperatures are in the low-30s °F. Some areas in Ogden reported trace amounts of snow as of 5 AM, while all other Ogden-area weather stations a bit further south reported up to an inch of snow. Winds at mid-elevations are west at 10-20 mph, with southwest winds at upper elevations gusting up to 30 mph.

Today, a weak system will bring light snow from late morning into the afternoon, followed by a brief period of light riming this evening. A ridge of high pressure will build in late tonight and persist through Tuesday. Temperatures will reach the upper 30s °F. Winds will be westerly at mid-elevations, 5-15 mph, and 20-25 mph at upper elevations, gusting to 35 mph. Snow accumulation will be minimal.

Outlook: The Christmas storm is weakening, with the low-pressure system expected near the Utah-Arizona border. Snow will begin Tuesday evening with southwest winds. A cold front will bring upslope snow Wednesday morning. Expect 3-8 inches of snow and 0.30-0.70 inches of SWE, though some uncertainty remains. Light easterly winds are possible Wednesday if the low tracks near the border.

The active pattern continues with more snow Thursday, Friday, and possibly next weekend, though the storm track is shifting north.

Warm conditions have dampened the snowpack, even near upper elevations. Areas that refroze overnight may have a firm crust, while zones that didn’t freeze could experience sticky skinning. Consider bringing skin wax today.