Alert archive / Nevada / Winter Storm Warnings in 2017
Winter Storm Warning 6, NWS Elko, NV
NWS Elko, NV issued this winter storm warning at May 15, 2017, 11:01 AM PDT for Elko County, White Pine County, Nevada. It took effect at May 16, 2017, 5:00 PM PDT. It was in force for 42 hr. 8 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.
The area
The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.
The facts
- Issued
- May 15, 2017, 11:01 AM PDT (18:01 UTC)
- In effect from
- May 16, 2017, 5:00 PM PDT
- Expired
- May 18, 2017, 11:00 AM PDT
- In force
- 42 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Elko, NV
Counties Elko County, NV, White Pine County, NV
The radar
The Elko radar (KLRX), 150 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 18:03 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
Open the radar archive at this moment
The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.
What was reported inside it
| Time | Report | Where | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 18, 11:00 AM PDT | HEAVY SNOW 12 | 1 Wsw Jarbidge, NV | REPORTED AT NF-062, S OF JARBIDGE, NV PINE CREEK CAMPGROUND. |
| May 18, 11:00 AM PDT | HEAVY SNOW 13 | 6 W Tuscarora, NV | MESONET STATION TJMN2, TOE JAM SNOTEL. |
| May 18, 11:00 AM PDT | HEAVY SNOW 14 | 6 Nnw Ruby Lake, NV | MESONET STATION COLN2, CORRAL CANYON 8500 FEET. |
| May 18, 11:00 AM PDT | HEAVY SNOW 15 | 8 Ese Jiggs, NV | MESONET STATION GRMN2, GREEN MOUNTAIN SNOTEL. |
| May 18, 11:00 AM PDT | HEAVY SNOW 16 | 20 Ne Tuscarora, NV | MESONET STATION JCUN2, JACK CREEK UPPER SNOTEL. |
| May 18, 11:00 AM PDT | HEAVY SNOW 16 | 4 Ssw Jarbidge, NV | MESONET STATION BERN2, BEAR CREEK SNOTEL. |
| May 18, 11:00 AM PDT | HEAVY SNOW 19 | 18 Ne Tuscarora, NV | MESONET STATION JAPN2, JACKS PEAK SNOTEL. |
| May 18, 11:00 AM PDT | HEAVY SNOW 22 | 6 Sw Ruby Valley, NV | MESONET STATION ROBN2, ROBINSON LAKE SNOTEL. |
Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.
The nearest sounding before it
Elko, NV (KLKN), launched 12:00Z, 6.0 hours before the alert went out and 101 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- No buoyant parcel
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 1159 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 65 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 51 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 292 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
226 WWUS45 KLKN 151801 WSWLKN URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Elko NV 1101 AM PDT Mon May 15 2017 NVZ031-160615- /O.UPG.KLKN.WS.A.0005.170517T0300Z-170518T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T0300Z-170518T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KLKN.WS.W.0006.170517T0300Z-170518T1800Z/ Northern Elko County- 1101 AM PDT Mon May 15 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM TUESDAY TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY ABOVE 6000 FEET... ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM TUESDAY TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY BELOW 6000 FEET... The National Weather Service in Elko has issued a Winter Storm Warning ABOVE 6000 FEET for heavy snow and blowing snow...which is in effect from 8 PM Tuesday to 11 AM PDT Thursday. A Winter Weather Advisory for light to moderate snow has been issued for elevations BELOW 6000 FEET. The advisory is in effect from 8 PM Tuesday to 11 AM PDT Thursday. * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...4 to 8 inches of snow with locally higher amounts possible for elevations above 6000 FT and northwest facing slopes. 1 to 4 inches will be possible for elevations below 6000 FT. Mountains will see 12 to 18 inches with locally higher amounts. * TIMING... Rain will rapidly change to snow by Tuesday evening and become heavy at times through Thursday morning. The heaviest snow will fall from late Tuesday night through Wednesday morning and again late Wednesday night through early Thursday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest winds of 15 to 25 MPH, gusting to 35 MPH. Locally higher gusts will be possible across summits and passes. * IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. Heavy snow and strong winds could make travel difficult across US Highway 93, State Route 225 and 226, and any county roads. Passes such as: Chicken Creek Summit, O'Neil, and HD Summit could also experience difficult travel. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS. A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. && $$ NVZ034-160615- /O.UPG.KLKN.WS.A.0005.170517T0000Z-170518T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KLKN.WS.W.0006.170517T0000Z-170518T1800Z/ Ruby Mountains/East Humboldt Range- 1101 AM PDT Mon May 15 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM TUESDAY TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY... The National Weather Service in Elko has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Heavy Snow...which is in effect from 5 PM Tuesday to 11 AM PDT Thursday. * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...1 to 2 feet of snow with higher amounts possible on the highest peaks. * TIMING...Snow will begin by late Tuesday afternoon or early evening and become heavy at times through Thursday morning. A brief break may occur Wednesday morning or early afternoon. * WINDS...West to northwest winds around 20 to 30 MPH, gusting to near 60 MPH at times. Strongest winds will occur late Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday morning. Lesser winds of 15 to 25 MPH, gusting to 45 MPH will be possible from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday. * IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. Heavy snow and strong winds will make travel difficult across Harrison and Secret Pass. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. && $$ NVZ038-039-160615- /O.NEW.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T0600Z-170518T1800Z/ Southwestern Elko County-South Central Elko County- 1101 AM PDT Mon May 15 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM TUESDAY TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY... The National Weather Service in Elko has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Snow...which is in effect from 11 PM Tuesday to 11 AM PDT Thursday. * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...1 to 3 inches for the Elko area. Locations closer to the Ruby Mtns such as: Spring Creek, Lamoille, Lee, Jiggs, and Starr Valley could see 3 to 7 inches with locally higher amounts for elevations near 6000ft and favored northwest slopes. This is a highly elevation dependent storm. Snow amounts could change drastically over short distances and elevation. * TIMING...Rain will change to snow by Tuesday night and continue off and on through Thursday morning. The heaviest snow will occur Wednesday morning and late Wednesday night through early Thursday morning. Roadways should remain wet during the day due to high sun angle, but could easily become slushy or snow covered during the early morning hours. * WINDS...West to northwest winds of 10 to 20 MPH, gusting to 35 MPH at times, especially late Tuesday night and early Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. Snow and gusty winds could make travel difficult along area roadways and especially Lamoille and Adobe Summit. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. && $$ NVZ033-160615- /O.NEW.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T1000Z-170518T1800Z/ Southeastern Elko County- 1101 AM PDT Mon May 15 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM WEDNESDAY TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY ABOVE 5000 FEET... The National Weather Service in Elko has issued a Winter Weather Advisory ABOVE 5000 FEET for Snow...which is in effect from 3 AM Wednesday to 11 AM PDT Thursday. * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...2 to 6 inches of snow above 5000 FT. Elevations below 5000 FT could see a dusting to 1 inch. The mountains could see 6 to 12 inches. * TIMING...Rain will change to snow very late Tuesday night or early Wednesday morning. The heaviest snow will occur early Wednesday morning and again late Wednesday night through Thursday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest winds of 15 to 25 MPH, gusting to 35 MPH at times, especially late Tuesday night and early Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. Snow and gusty winds could make travel difficult along area roadways and especially Silver Zone Pass. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. && $$ 94
6 follow-up statements
109 WWUS45 KLKN 152218 WSWLKN URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Elko NV 318 PM PDT Mon May 15 2017 NVZ031-161030- /O.CON.KLKN.WS.W.0006.170517T0300Z-170518T1800Z/ /O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T0300Z-170518T1800Z/ Northern Elko County- 318 PM PDT Mon May 15 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM TUESDAY TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY ABOVE 6000 FEET... ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM TUESDAY TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY BELOW 6000 FEET... * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...4 to 8 inches of snow with locally higher amounts possible for elevations above 6000 FT and northwest facing slopes. 1 to 4 inches will be possible for elevations below 6000 FT. Mountains will see 12 to 18 inches with locally higher amounts in the Jarbidge Mountains. * TIMING... Rain will rapidly change to snow by Tuesday evening and become heavy at times through Thursday morning. The heaviest snow will fall from late Tuesday night through Wednesday morning and again late Wednesday night through early Thursday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest winds of 20 to 30 MPH, gusting to 45 MPH. Locally higher gusts will be possible across summits and passes. The strongest winds will occur Tuesday evening and again on Wednesday afternoon, before tapering off near sunset Wednesday. * IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. Heavy snow and strong winds could make travel difficult across US Highway 93, State Route 225 and 226, and any county roads. Passes such as: Chicken Creek Summit, O'Neil, and HD Summit could also experience difficult travel. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS. A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. && $$ NVZ034-161030- /O.CON.KLKN.WS.W.0006.170517T0000Z-170518T1800Z/ Ruby Mountains/East Humboldt Range- 318 PM PDT Mon May 15 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM TUESDAY TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY... * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...1 to 2 feet of snow with higher amounts possible on the highest peaks. * TIMING...Snow will begin by late Tuesday afternoon or early evening and become heavy at times through Thursday morning. A brief break may occur Wednesday morning or early afternoon. * WINDS...West to northwest winds around 25 to 35 MPH, gusting to near 60 MPH at times. Strongest winds will occur late Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. Heavy snow and strong winds will make travel difficult across Harrison and Secret Pass. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. && $$ NVZ038-039-161030- /O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T0600Z-170518T1800Z/ Southwestern Elko County-South Central Elko County- 318 PM PDT Mon May 15 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM TUESDAY TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY... * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...1 to 3 inches for the Elko area. Locations closer to the Ruby Mtns such as: Spring Creek, Lamoille, Lee, Jiggs, and Starr Valley could see 3 to 7 inches with locally higher amounts for elevations near 6000ft and favored northwest slopes. This is a highly elevation dependent storm. Snow amounts could change drastically over short distances and elevation. * TIMING...Rain will change to snow by Tuesday night and continue off and on through Thursday morning. The heaviest snow will occur Wednesday morning and late Wednesday night through early Thursday morning. Roadways should remain wet during the day due to high sun angle, but could easily become slushy or snow covered during the early morning hours. * WINDS...West to northwest winds of 15 to 25 MPH, gusting to 35 MPH at times, especially late Tuesday night and early Wednesday morning. Strong downslope winds may develop late Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday afternoon. Winds could gust in excess of 55 MPH in Ruby Valley and Clover Valley. * IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. Snow and gusty winds could make travel difficult along area roadways and especially Lamoille and Adobe Summit. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. && $$ NVZ033-161030- /O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T1000Z-170518T1800Z/ Southeastern Elko County- 318 PM PDT Mon May 15 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM WEDNESDAY TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY ABOVE 5000 FEET... * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...2 to 6 inches of snow above 5000 FT. Elevations below 5000 FT could see a dusting to 1 inch. The mountains could see 6 to 12 inches. * TIMING...Rain will change to snow very late Tuesday night or early Wednesday morning. The heaviest snow will occur early Wednesday morning and again late Wednesday night through Thursday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest winds of 20 to 30 MPH, gusting to 55 MPH at times, especially late Tuesday night and Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. snow and gusty winds could make travel difficult along area roadways and especially Silver Zone Pass. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. && $$ 94
507 WWUS45 KLKN 160956 WSWLKN URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Elko NV 256 AM PDT Tue May 16 2017 NVZ031-162200- /O.CON.KLKN.WS.W.0006.170517T0300Z-170518T1800Z/ /O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T0300Z-170518T1800Z/ Northern Elko County- 256 AM PDT Tue May 16 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY ABOVE 6000 FEET... ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY BELOW 6000 FEET... * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...4 to 8 inches of snow with locally higher amounts possible for elevations above 6000 FT and northwest facing slopes. 1 to 4 inches will be possible for elevations below 6000 FT. Mountains will see 12 to 18 inches with locally higher amounts in the Jarbidge Mountains. * TIMING... Rain will rapidly change to snow by Tuesday evening and become heavy at times through Thursday morning. The heaviest snow will fall from late Tuesday night through Wednesday morning and again late Wednesday night through early Thursday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest winds of 20 to 30 MPH, gusting to 45 MPH. Locally higher gusts will be possible across summits and passes. The strongest winds will occur Tuesday evening and again on Wednesday afternoon, before tapering off near sunset Wednesday. * IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. Heavy snow and strong winds could make travel difficult across US Highway 93, State Route 225 and 226, and any county roads. Passes such as: Chicken Creek Summit, O'Neil, and HD Summit could also experience difficult travel. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS. A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. && $$ NVZ034-162200- /O.CON.KLKN.WS.W.0006.170517T0000Z-170518T1800Z/ Ruby Mountains/East Humboldt Range- 256 AM PDT Tue May 16 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY... * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...1 to 2 feet of snow with higher amounts possible on the highest peaks. * TIMING...Snow will begin by late Tuesday afternoon or early evening and become heavy at times through Thursday morning. A brief break may occur Wednesday morning or early afternoon. * WINDS...West to northwest winds around 25 to 35 MPH, gusting to near 60 MPH at times. Strongest winds will occur late Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. Heavy snow and strong winds will make travel difficult across Harrison and Secret Pass. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. && $$ NVZ033-162200- /O.EXT.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T1500Z-170518T1800Z/ Southeastern Elko County- 256 AM PDT Tue May 16 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM WEDNESDAY TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY ABOVE 5000 FEET... * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...2 to 6 inches of snow above 5000 FT. Elevations below 5000 FT could see a dusting to 1 inch. The mountains could see 6 to 12 inches. * TIMING...Rain will change to snow very late Tuesday night or early Wednesday morning. The heaviest snow will occur early Wednesday morning and again late Wednesday night through Thursday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest winds of 20 to 30 MPH, gusting to 55 MPH at times, especially late Tuesday night and Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. snow and gusty winds could make travel difficult along area roadways and especially Silver Zone Pass. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. && $$ NVZ038-039-162200- /O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T0600Z-170518T1800Z/ Southwestern Elko County-South Central Elko County- 256 AM PDT Tue May 16 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY... * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...1 to 3 inches for the Elko area. Locations closer to the Ruby Mtns such as: Spring Creek, Lamoille, Lee, Jiggs, and Starr Valley could see 3 to 7 inches with locally higher amounts for elevations near 6000ft and favored northwest slopes. This is a highly elevation dependent storm. Snow amounts could change drastically over short distances and elevation. * TIMING...Rain will change to snow by Tuesday night and continue off and on through Thursday morning. The heaviest snow will occur Wednesday morning and late Wednesday night through early Thursday morning. Roadways should remain wet during the day due to high sun angle, but could easily become slushy or snow covered during the early morning hours. * WINDS...West to northwest winds of 20 to 30 MPH, gusting to 45 MPH at times, especially late Tuesday night and early Wednesday morning. Winds will then decrease to 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph Wednesday morning. Strong downslope winds may develop late Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday afternoon. Winds could gust in excess of 55 MPH in Ruby Valley and Clover Valley. * IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. Snow and gusty winds could make travel difficult along area roadways and especially Lamoille and Adobe Summit. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. && $$
951 WWUS45 KLKN 162111 WSWLKN URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Elko NV 211 PM PDT Tue May 16 2017 NVZ031-170915- /O.CON.KLKN.WS.W.0006.170517T0300Z-170518T1800Z/ /O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T0300Z-170518T1800Z/ Northern Elko County- 211 PM PDT Tue May 16 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY ABOVE 6000 FEET... ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY BELOW 6000 FEET... * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...4 to 8 inches of snow with locally higher amounts possible for elevations above 6000 FT and northwest facing slopes. 1 to 4 inches will be possible for elevations below 6000 FT. Mountains will see 12 to 18 inches with locally higher amounts in the Jarbidge Mountains. * TIMING... Rain will rapidly change to snow by Tuesday evening and become heavy at times through Thursday morning. The heaviest snow will fall from late Tuesday night through Wednesday morning and again late Wednesday night through early Thursday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest winds of 20 to 30 MPH, gusting to 45 MPH. Locally higher gusts will be possible across summits and passes. The strongest winds will occur Tuesday evening and again on Wednesday afternoon, before tapering off near sunset Wednesday. * IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. Heavy snow and strong winds could make travel difficult across US Highway 93, State Route 225 and 226, and any county roads. Passes such as: Chicken Creek Summit, O'Neil, and HD Summit could also experience difficult travel. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS. A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. && $$ NVZ034-170915- /O.CON.KLKN.WS.W.0006.170517T0000Z-170518T1800Z/ Ruby Mountains/East Humboldt Range- 211 PM PDT Tue May 16 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT THURSDAY... * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...1 to 2 feet of snow with higher amounts possible on the highest peaks. * TIMING...Snow will begin by late Tuesday afternoon or early evening and become heavy at times through Thursday morning. A brief break may occur Wednesday morning or early afternoon. * WINDS...West to northwest winds around 25 to 35 MPH, gusting to near 60 MPH at times. Strongest winds will occur late Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. Heavy snow and strong winds will make travel difficult across Harrison and Secret Pass. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. && $$ NVZ038-039-170915- /O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T0600Z-170518T1800Z/ Southwestern Elko County-South Central Elko County- 211 PM PDT Tue May 16 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY... * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...A trace to 3 inches for the Elko area with highest amounts near the Elko Hills and Adobe Range. Locations closer to the Ruby Mtns such as: Spring Creek, Lamoille, Lee, Jiggs, and Starr Valley could see 3 to 7 inches with locally higher amounts for elevations near 6000ft and favored northwest slopes. This is a highly elevation dependent storm. Snow amounts could change drastically over short distances and elevation. * TIMING...Rain will change to snow by Tuesday night and continue off and on through Thursday morning. The heaviest snow will occur Wednesday morning and late Wednesday night through early Thursday morning. Roadways should remain wet during the day due to high sun angle, but could easily become slushy or snow covered during the early morning hours. * WINDS...West to northwest winds of 20 to 30 MPH, gusting to 45 MPH at times, especially late Tuesday night and early Wednesday morning. Winds will then decrease to 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph Wednesday morning. Strong downslope winds may develop late Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday afternoon. Winds could gust in excess of 55 MPH in Ruby Valley and Clover Valley. * IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. Snow and gusty winds could make travel difficult along area roadways and especially Lamoille and Adobe Summit. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. && $$ NVZ033-170915- /O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T1500Z-170518T1800Z/ Southeastern Elko County- 211 PM PDT Tue May 16 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM WEDNESDAY TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY ABOVE 5000 FEET... * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...2 to 6 inches of snow above 5000 FT. Elevations below 5000 FT could see a dusting to 1 inch. The mountains could see 6 to 12 inches. * TIMING...Rain will change to snow very late Tuesday night or early Wednesday morning. The heaviest snow will occur early Wednesday morning and again late Wednesday night through Thursday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest winds of 20 to 30 MPH, gusting to 55 MPH at times, especially late Tuesday night and Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. snow and gusty winds could make travel difficult along area roadways and especially Silver Zone Pass. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. && $$
698 WWUS45 KLKN 171235 WSWLKN URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Elko NV 535 AM PDT Wed May 17 2017 NVZ031-180045- /O.CON.KLKN.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/ /O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/ Northern Elko County- 535 AM PDT Wed May 17 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT THURSDAY ABOVE 6000 FEET... ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT THURSDAY BELOW 6000 FEET... * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...4 to 8 inches of snow with locally higher amounts possible for elevations above 6000 FT and northwest facing slopes. 1 to 4 inches will be possible for elevations below 6000 FT. Mountains will see 12 to 18 inches with locally higher amounts in the Jarbidge Mountains. * TIMING...Periods of snow showers...heavy at times...are expected through Thursday morning. The heaviest of the remaining snow will fall late tonight through early Thursday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest winds of 20 to 30 MPH, gusting to 45 MPH. Locally higher gusts will be possible across summits and passes. The strongest winds will occur this afternoon, before tapering off near sunset. * IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is ongoing. Moderate to heavy snow and gusty winds could make travel difficult across US Highway 93, State Route 225 and 226, and any county roads. Passes such as: Chicken Creek Summit, O'Neil, and HD Summit could also experience difficult travel. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS. A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. && $$ NVZ034-180045- /O.CON.KLKN.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/ Ruby Mountains/East Humboldt Range- 535 AM PDT Wed May 17 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT THURSDAY... * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...1 to 2 feet of snow with higher amounts possible on the highest peaks. * TIMING...After a brief break in the snow this morning...periods of snow...possibly heavy at times...are expected through Thursday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest winds around 25 to 35 MPH, gusting to near 45 MPH at times. Strongest winds will occur this afternoon. * IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is ongoing. Moderate to heavy snow and gusty winds will make travel difficult across Harrison and Secret Pass. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. && $$ NVZ038-039-180045- /O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/ Southwestern Elko County-South Central Elko County- 535 AM PDT Wed May 17 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT THURSDAY... * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...A trace to 2 inch for the Elko area with highest amounts near the Adobe Range. Locations closer to the Ruby Mtns such as: Spring Creek, Lamoille, Lee, Jiggs, and Starr Valley could see 2 to 5 inches with locally higher amounts for elevations near 6000 ft and favored northwest slopes. This is a highly elevation dependent storm. Snow amounts could change drastically over short distances and elevation. * TIMING...After a break in the snow this morning, more snow showers are expected later this afternoon through Thursday morning. * WINDS...Gusty westerly winds of 15 to 25 mph are expected most of this afternoon. * IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is ongoing. Snow and gusty winds could make travel difficult along area roadways and especially Lamoille and Adobe Summit. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. && $$ NVZ033-180045- /O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T1500Z-170518T1800Z/ Southeastern Elko County- 535 AM PDT Wed May 17 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT THURSDAY ABOVE 5000 FEET... * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...1 to 3 inches of snow above 5000 FT. Elevations below 5000 FT could see a dusting to 1 inch. The mountains could see 5 to 10 inches. * TIMING...After a break in snow showers this morning, periods of snow are expected this afternoon through Thursday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest winds of 15 to 25 MPH, gusting to 35 MPH at times. * IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is ongoing. snow and gusty winds could make travel difficult along area roadways and especially Silver Zone Pass. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. && $$ JR
868 WWUS45 KLKN 172110 WSWLKN URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Elko NV 210 PM PDT Wed May 17 2017 NVZ031-180915- /O.CON.KLKN.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/ /O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/ Northern Elko County- 210 PM PDT Wed May 17 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT THURSDAY ABOVE 6000 FEET... ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT THURSDAY BELOW 6000 FEET... * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...4 to 8 inches of snow with locally higher amounts possible for elevations above 6000 FT and northwest facing slopes. 1 to 4 inches will be possible for elevations below 6000 FT. Mountains will see 12 to 18 inches with locally higher amounts in the Jarbidge Mountains. * TIMING...Periods of snow showers...heavy at times...are expected through Thursday morning. The heaviest of the remaining snow will fall late tonight through early Thursday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest winds of 20 to 30 MPH, gusting to 45 MPH. Locally higher gusts will be possible across summits and passes. The strongest winds will occur this afternoon, before tapering off near sunset. * IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is ongoing. Moderate to heavy snow and gusty winds could make travel difficult across US Highway 93, State Route 225 and 226, and any county roads. Passes such as: Chicken Creek Summit, O'Neil, and HD Summit could also experience difficult travel. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS. A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. && $$ NVZ034-180915- /O.CON.KLKN.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/ Ruby Mountains/East Humboldt Range- 210 PM PDT Wed May 17 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT THURSDAY... * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...1 to 2 feet of snow with higher amounts possible on the highest peaks. * TIMING...After a brief break in the snow this morning... periods of snow...possibly heavy at times...are expected through Thursday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest winds around 25 to 35 MPH, gusting to near 45 MPH at times. Strongest winds will occur this afternoon. * IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is ongoing. Moderate to heavy snow and gusty winds will make travel difficult across Harrison and Secret Pass. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. && $$ NVZ038-039-180915- /O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/ Southwestern Elko County-South Central Elko County- 210 PM PDT Wed May 17 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT THURSDAY... * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...A trace to 2 inches for the Elko area with highest amounts near the Adobe Range and Elko Hills. Locations closer to the Ruby Mountains such as: Spring Creek, Lamoille, Lee, Jiggs, and Starr Valley could see 2 to 5 inches with locally higher amounts for elevations near 6000 ft and favored northwest slopes. This is a highly elevation dependent storm. Snow amounts could change drastically over short distances and elevation. * TIMING...Showers are expected to increase through this afternoon into Thursday morning. * WINDS...Gusty westerly winds of 15 to 25 mph are expected most of this afternoon. * IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is ongoing. Snow and gusty winds could make travel difficult along area roadways and especially Lamoille and Adobe Summit. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. && $$ NVZ033-180915- /O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/ Southeastern Elko County- 210 PM PDT Wed May 17 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT THURSDAY ABOVE 5000 FEET... * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...1 to 3 inches of snow above 5000 FT. Elevations below 5000 FT could see a dusting to 1 inch. The mountains could see 5 to 10 inches. * TIMING...Showers will increase through this evening and taper off overnight. * WINDS...West to northwest winds of 15 to 25 MPH, gusting to 35 MPH at times. * IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is ongoing. snow and gusty winds could make travel difficult along area roadways and especially Silver Zone Pass. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. && $$
094 WWUS45 KLKN 180957 WSWLKN URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Elko NV 257 AM PDT Thu May 18 2017 NVZ031-181800- /O.CON.KLKN.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/ /O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/ Northern Elko County- 257 AM PDT Thu May 18 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT THIS MORNING ABOVE 6000 FEET... ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT THIS MORNING BELOW 6000 FEET... * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...An additional 1-3 inches of snow with locally higher amounts possible for elevations above 6000 FT and northwest facing slopes this morning. An additional trace up to 2 inches of snow for elevations below 6000 FT. * TIMING...Snow showers will be light to moderate early this morning then taper off in most areas by late this morning. * IMPACTS...A little more snowfall this morning in combination with recent moderate to locally high amounts of snow will continue to make travel challenging today. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS. A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are expected or occurring. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. && $$ NVZ034-181800- /O.CON.KLKN.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/ Ruby Mountains/East Humboldt Range- 257 AM PDT Thu May 18 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT THIS MORNING... * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...An additional 1-3 inches of snow is expected this morning across the Ruby Mountains and East Humboldt Range. * TIMING...Snow showers early this morning will taper off later this morning in most areas. * IMPACTS...A little more snowfall this morning in combination with recent moderate to locally high amounts of snow will continue to make travel and recreation challenging today. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are expected or occurring. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. && $$ NVZ038-039-181800- /O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/ Southwestern Elko County-South Central Elko County- 257 AM PDT Thu May 18 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT THIS MORNING... * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...An additional trace up to 2 inches of snow is expected in most areas this morning. Lower elevations should not see any accumulation on roadways. * TIMING...Showers early this morning will taper off by the late morning hours in most locations. * IMPACTS...Some summits and higher elevation valley areas may have some snow accumulation already, with a little more snow expected this morning. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. && $$ NVZ033-181800- /O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/ Southeastern Elko County- 257 AM PDT Thu May 18 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT THIS MORNING ABOVE 5000 FEET... * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...An additional trace up to 2 inches of new snow this morning above 5000 FT. Elevations below 5000 FT could see a dusting to 1 inch. * TIMING...Showers early this morning will taper off by the late morning hours in most locations. * IMPACTS...Some summits and higher elevation valley areas may have some snow accumulation already, with a little more snow expected this morning. * For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. && $$ JR
What forecasters said that day
The local office's own words before this winter storm warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.
NWS Elko, NV wrote its last area forecast discussion before this winter storm warning went out at May 15, 2:56 AM PDT, 8 hours 5 minutes earlier.
Area forecast discussion, May 15, 2:56 AM PDT, 8 hours 5 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion National Weather Service Elko NV 256 AM PDT Mon May 15 2017 .SYNOPSIS...The unsettled pattern will continue into the end of the week. By midweek, cold air pushes in from the northwest and a return to wintry conditions is likely. && .SHORT TERM...Trough digging across southern California will induce a surface low to develop across southern Nevada. A weak cold front associated with this low will move across the CWA during peak heating. Sufficient moisture and instability will help initiate isolated/scattered showers and thunderstorms. Given the CAPE values in the 200-500 J/KG range and modest flow, a strong storm or two will be possible. Gusty winds and small hail will be the main threat. The best chance for precip will be on a line from TPH to Austin to Elko and NE through Jackpot/Jarbidge. By Tuesday and Wednesday, the significant late seasons storm will begin to impact the CWA from NW to SE. A strong cold front with impressive isentropic lift ahead of the bndry will break out widespread showers across the CWA Tue aftn/eve. An upper level feature/cold front should help focus lines of showers and isolated thunderstorms until the sfc front moves through later Tuesday evening. Once the front moves through Tue eve, snow levels will rapidly crash to the valley floors with accumulating snow expected. Passes/summits and many valleys above 5500-6000ft will see significant accumulation, therefore a Winter Storm Watch remains in effect for the Ruby/East Humboldt Mtns and northern Elko County. For the Elko area expect rain to change to snow late Tuesday night and continue off and on through Thursday early morning. 1 to 3 inches of snow is possible. For Spring Creek the same goes, but snow amounts will be higher. Current thinking, with only low to marginal confidence, is 3-5 inches of snow. The highest amounts will be in the Pleasant Valley, Lamoille, Jiggs, Lee, areas and for elevations generally above 5500ft. Winds will be another concern. Even though the snow content will be heavy and wet, there may be brief period late Tuesday night into Wednesday morning for blowing and drifting snow across the mtns and valleys in northern Elko. Passes/summits and higher elevation roads could see difficult travel. However the high sun angle will help mitigate this during the day. Any road impacts would only be during the early morning hours on Wednesday morning and perhaps Thursday morning. .LONG TERM...Wednesday night through Sunday. The period begins with cold upper low centered over northern UT with wrap around precipitation across eastern NV. This upper low migrates very slowly eastward so wrap around precipitation will continue through Thursday then begin to taper off Thursday night before ending by Friday. Valley across eastern NV could see an additional 1 to 3 inches of snow through Thursday morning before snow levelS rise above valley floors by Thursday afternoon. Dry Friday and Saturday as ridging builds across the region. A weak clipper short wave dropping down from the north Sunday could produce some isolated shower activity over northeastern Elko county. Temperatures warming up into the mid 60s to the mid 70s over the weekend. && .AVIATION...Isolated to scattered showers activity will develop across eastern NV today with isolated afternoon and evening thunderstorms. Mostly VFR conditions expected, but MVFR conditions possible under heavier showers. && .HYDROLOGY...A potent mid-week storm system will result in significant amounts of valley rain and/or snow. This will be watched closely as it could have impacts on water levels later next week. Additional rises are likely on areas streams and rivers by the end of next week. Humboldt River - Battle Mountain: minor flooding with the river level holding steady. Humboldt River - Comus, near Winnemucca: Minor flooding continues with the river slowly rising. Mary's River - near Deeth. Minor flooding continues with the river holding steady or falling slightly. The following rivers and creeks are not in flood but are running high. Bruneau River - near Rowland: The river has fallen below flood stage, but remains high. Additional rises are possible later next week. Humboldt River - Carlin: The river is holding steady or slightly rising. The river will likely approach or exceed minor flood stage into early next week. Humboldt River - Palisade: The river is slowly rising. Salmon falls creek - near Jackpot. The creek is holding steady. Wildhorse Dam - at Wildhorse. Lake water level is at its highest since 2011. && .LKN WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES... Winter Storm Watch from Tuesday evening through Thursday morning for Northern Elko County. Winter Storm Watch from Tuesday afternoon through Thursday morning for Ruby Mountains/East Humboldt Range. && 89/91/91
Hazardous weather outlook, May 14, 4:05 PM PDT, 18 hours 56 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook National Weather Service Elko NV 405 PM PDT Sun May 14 2017 NVZ030-033-035>041-152315- Humboldt County-Southeastern Elko County-White Pine County- Northern Lander County and Northern Eureka County- Southern Lander County and Southern Eureka County- Southwestern Elko County-South Central Elko County- Northwestern Nye County-Northeastern Nye County- 405 PM PDT Sun May 14 2017 This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of Nevada...north central Nevada...northeast Nevada...northwest Nevada and south central Nevada. .Day One...This Afternoon and Tonight. No significant weather is expected at this time. .Days Two through Seven...Monday through Saturday. Monday. A weak cold front will move through the region bringing showers and thunderstorms to much of the state, primarily east of Humboldt county. Main concern will be brief heavy rainfall, small hail and gusty thunderstorm outflow winds. Tuesday through Thursday. A significant mid-Spring storm system will impact the Great Basin for the middle part of this week. Showers and thunderstorms will occur ahead of the main low pressure system Tuesday before a strong cold front moves across Nevada late Tuesday. The storm system is expected to track across southern Idaho and far northeast Nevada Tuesday night and Wednesday. Temperatures will fall Tuesday night into the 30s with a wintry mix changing over to all snow by Wednesday morning across northern Nevada. Snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are possible in valley locations mainly in southwestern and south-central Elko county with higher amounts possible in Spring Creek and locations along and near the Ruby Mountains. A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for the Ruby and East Humboldt ranges, as well as northern Elko County. Significant snowfall accumulations are expected in these areas. Snow is expected to diminish very late Wednesday night or Thursday morning. If precipitation continues into Thursday afternoon, many locations would likely change back to rain. Travel concerns will arise late Tuesday night into Wednesday across northern Nevada as colder air filters into the region and snow begins to accumulate with temperatures Tuesday night dropping to around freezing. However, above freezing temperatures on Wednesday will inhibit snow accumulations on many road surfaces but passes and summits such as Pequop and Emigrant on I-80 will be of concern. .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT... Spotters are asked to report weather phenomena according to standard operating procedure.
The office that day
Everything else NWS Elko, NV issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 11:01 AM PDT | Winter Weather Advisory | LKN | Elko | 72 hr |
| May 15, 3:07 PM PDT | Wind Advisory | LKN | Elko, Humboldt | 41 hr |
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Sources
The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.