oops not that much snow

Well, that last one fizzled for Wednesday, and although we still got 2-6 inches of snow, it was less than I thought. A relatively cool and quiet pattern ahead, but it is a bit tricky. One cold front moving down northern California may brush Reno with a few snow showers. However, the one on its heels for Sunday morning can be a trouble maker. At this point, it all depends on the track. If it comes right over us as the GFS shows, the interaction with the east side of the Sierra could give us 2-4 inches or so. If it goes too far east or too far west, we get nothing. More tomorrow.

More snow

It definitely looks like it will snow now. While it does not look impressive at this time, there is one good wave at 135W at the nose of the next jet streak. These will combine with the low-level front to generate a good band of snow, especially during the morning rush hour tomorrow. At least the GFS shows some spillover while the NAM12 is showing its dry bias during cold systems. It just proves that better resolution doesn't necessarily provide a better forecast. Look for around 2-4 inches on the east side of town with 4-8 inches west of 395 with local higher amounts in the foothills. In the Sierra, another couple feet of fluff for the ski areas. I wish I were off on Thursday.

Snow in Reno this Wednesday???

It is sure looking like it at this time, despite the NAM12 and to a lesser extent the GFS showing strong shadowing. However, it is still touch and go at this time. The location of the jet and the upper level cold pool are key. At this time, it appears from midnight to noon, they will be located from Reno northward which would bring brief heavy snow to Reno. It is hard to tell using forecast soundings on the web, but as long as this occurs, it will be unstable enough for spillover with 3-5 inches of snow near the airport and up to 10 inches in the western foothills. Check out the NWS Reno statement and discussion.

Snow in Reno this Wednesday???

It is sure looking like it at this time, despite the NAM12 and to a lesser extent the GFS showing strong shadowing. However, it is still touch and go at this time. The location of the jet and the upper level cold pool are key. At this time, it appears from midnight to noon, they will be located from Reno northward which would bring brief heavy snow to Reno. It is hard to tell using forecast soundings on the web, but as long as this occurs, it will be unstable enough for spillover with 3-5 inches of snow near the airport and up to 10 inches in the western foothills. Check out the NWS Reno statement and discussion.

His knee was down...Huh?

NFL refereeing continues to be poor. There were many questionable calls over the weekend, and I will just mention the one that really blows my mind, the Polamalu interception. How is that not a catch? He came down with control, maintained control through a roll (a football move, right?) then lost the ball as he was getting up to run. What was Morelli thinking? That ruling had no basis in common sense (just like the tuck rule). At least it didn't cost the Steelers the game, as the Idiot Kicker missed. So much for replay helping in this case.

And the refs still can't get pass interference right. That totally changed the Pats game. What a farce!

Talking out my rear end

Not much to say. What a dud this last storm was, which is what happens when you get the splits. At least we are getting a chance to dry out after 8+ inches of rain over 33 days in the desert!

Anyway, I will post my comments here about the weather and any sports, generally NFL, and college basketball/football. I will speak my mind, and try to get my facts correct, but if I have something wrong, let me know. If you don't understand something, just ask.

One more thing, I am from NY, so have a thick skin. Don't take it too seriously. I don't believe myself half the time. Look for more on Monday.