Alert archive / Arizona / Winter Storm Warnings in 2021
Winter Storm Warning 5, NWS Flagstaff, AZ
NWS Flagstaff, AZ issued this winter storm warning at Dec 30, 2021, 2:12 PM MST for Apache County, Navajo County, Arizona. It took effect at Dec 31, 2021, 5:00 AM MST. It was in force for 30 hr. 28 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
- Dec 30, 2021, 2:12 PM MST (21:12 UTC)
- In effect from
- Dec 31, 2021, 5:00 AM MST
- Expired
- Jan 1, 2022, 11:00 AM MST
- In force
- 30 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Flagstaff, AZ
Counties Apache County, AZ, Navajo County, AZ
The radar
The Flagstaff radar (KFSX), 149 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 21:13 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1, 6:11 AM MST | SNOW 4.9 | 1 Nnw Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ | |
| Jan 1, 7:39 AM MST | SNOW 2 | 1 Nw Show Low, AZ | SINCE 5 AM. |
| Jan 1, 8:00 AM MST | SNOW 10.3 | 2 Wsw Nutrioso, AZ | |
| Jan 1, 8:00 AM MST | SNOW 10.9 | 2 Wsw Nutrioso, AZ | TOTAL SINCE 5PM 12/31. |
| Jan 1, 8:45 AM MST | SNOW 5 | Vernon, AZ | TOTAL SINCE 10PM 12/31. SNOW STILL FALLING AT OBSERVATION. |
| Jan 1, 8:49 AM MST | SNOW 13 | Greer, AZ | |
| Jan 1, 8:54 AM MST | SNOW 5.2 | 2 Nw Vernon, AZ | SNOW STARTED AROUND 10PM LAST NIGHT. |
| Jan 1, 9:15 AM MST | SNOW 4 | Holbrook, AZ | |
| Jan 1, 9:28 AM MST | SNOW 7 | Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ | ESTIMATED BETWEEN 7 AND 8 INCHES. |
| Jan 1, 9:30 AM MST | SNOW 13 | 4 Se Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ | TOTAL SINCE 7:30PM 12/31. |
| Jan 1, 9:39 AM MST | SNOW 1 | Snowflake, AZ | |
| Jan 1, 9:39 AM MST | SNOW 10.5 | Eagar, AZ | SNOW STILL FALLING AT OBSERVATION. |
| Jan 1, 9:40 AM MST | SNOW 1 | Show Low, AZ | |
| Jan 1, 9:43 AM MST | SNOW 1 | Linden, AZ | |
| Jan 1, 9:50 AM MST | SNOW 10 | Nutrioso, AZ | |
| Jan 1, 9:51 AM MST | SNOW 8 | 4 Nw Mcnary, AZ | |
| Jan 1, 9:56 AM MST | SNOW 2 | Kykotsmovi Village, AZ | |
| Jan 1, 10:00 AM MST | SNOW 6 | Vernon, AZ | SNOW STILL FALLING AT OBSERVATION. |
| Jan 1, 10:07 AM MST | SNOW 4 | Vernon, AZ | BETWEEN 4 AND 5 INCHES. |
| Jan 1, 10:11 AM MST | SNOW 8 | Eagar, AZ | SNOW STILL FALLING AT OBSERVATION. |
| Jan 1, 10:12 AM MST | SNOW 8.7 | Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ | |
| Jan 1, 10:16 AM MST | SNOW 12 | Greer, AZ | SNOW STILL FALLING AT OBSERVATION. |
| Jan 1, 10:33 AM MST | SNOW 1.3 | Hotevilla, AZ | |
| Jan 1, 10:36 AM MST | SNOW 11 | Alpine, AZ | BETWEEN 10 AND 12 INCHES. |
| Jan 1, 10:41 AM MST | SNOW 7 | Springerville, AZ | SNOW STILL FALLING AT OBSERVATION. |
| Jan 1, 10:56 AM MST | SNOW 6 | Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ | |
| Jan 1, 10:56 AM MST | SNOW 6 | Springerville, AZ | SNOW STILL FALLING AT OBSERVATION. |
| Jan 1, 11:07 AM MST | SNOW 5 | Vernon, AZ |
Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.
The nearest sounding before it
Flgstf/Belemont, AZ (KFGZ), launched 12:00Z, 9.2 hours before the alert went out and 173 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
- 594 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 80 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 75 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 184 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
322
WWUS45 KFGZ 302112
WSWFGZ
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
212 PM MST Thu Dec 30 2021
AZZ018-302215-
/O.CAN.KFGZ.WS.A.0002.211231T1200Z-220101T1800Z/
Northern Gila County-
212 PM MST Thu Dec 30 2021
...WINTER STORM WATCH IS CANCELLED...
Widespread heavy snowfall is no longer expected, with only 1 to 2
inches expected for elevations above 5000 feet Friday afternoon
into Saturday morning. Use caution if traveling Friday night
though as any untreated surfaces may become slick.
$$
AZZ017-310515-
/O.UPG.KFGZ.WS.A.0002.211231T1200Z-220101T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KFGZ.WS.W.0005.211231T1200Z-220101T1800Z/
White Mountains-
Including the city of Greer
212 PM MST Thu Dec 30 2021
...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM FRIDAY TO 11 AM MST
SATURDAY ABOVE 6500 FEET...
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 6500 feet and patchy blowing
snow. Snow showers develop Friday morning and continue into
Saturday morning, with the heaviest precipitation falling Friday
evening into early Saturday. Total snow accumulations of 5 to
10 inches are expected, with higher amounts of 8 to 16 inches
possible above 8000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph
leading to areas of patchy blowing snow.
* WHERE...Areas above 6500 feet near Alpine, Pinetop-Lakeside
and Show Low.
* WHEN...From 5 AM Friday to 11 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy
blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The
hazardous conditions could impact the morning and evening
commute, as well as any New Year's Eve travel.
Snow forecast from 5 AM Friday to 11 AM Saturday:
Alpine 8 to 12 inches Pinetop-Lkside 6 to 10 inches
Show Low 4 to 6 inches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
AZZ011-310515-
/O.UPG.KFGZ.WS.A.0002.211231T1200Z-220101T1800Z/
/O.EXA.KFGZ.WW.Y.0015.211231T1200Z-220101T1800Z/
Chuska Mountains and Defiance Plateau-
Including the cities of Window Rock and Ganado
212 PM MST Thu Dec 30 2021
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM FRIDAY TO 11 AM
MST SATURDAY ABOVE 6000 FEET...
* WHAT...Snow expected above 6000 feet. Snow showers develop
Friday morning and continue into Saturday morning, with the
heaviest precipitation falling Friday evening into early
Saturday. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches. Winds
gusting as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...Areas above 6000 feet near Buffalo Pass, Ganado and
Window Rock.
* WHEN...From 5 AM Friday to 11 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning and evening commute, as
well as any New Year's Eve travel.
Snow forecast from 5 AM Friday to 11 AM Saturday:
Buffalo Pass 4 to 8 inches Ganado 3 to 5 inches
Window Rock 3 to 5 inches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
AZZ014-016-310515-
/O.UPG.KFGZ.WS.A.0002.211231T1200Z-220101T1800Z/
/O.EXA.KFGZ.WW.Y.0015.211231T1200Z-220101T1800Z/
Little Colorado River Valley in Apache County-
Eastern Mogollon Rim-
Including the cities of Springerville and Happy Jack
212 PM MST Thu Dec 30 2021
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM FRIDAY TO 11 AM
MST SATURDAY ABOVE 6500 FEET...
* WHAT...Snow expected above 6500 feet. Snow showers develop
Friday morning and continue into Saturday morning, with the
heaviest precipitation falling Friday evening into early
Saturday. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches, with
higher amounts of 8 to 12 inches possible above 7000 feet. Winds
gusting as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...Areas above 6500 feet near Eagar-Springerville, Forest
Lakes and Heber-Overgaard.
* WHEN...From 5 AM Friday to 11 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning and evening commute, as
well as any New Year's Eve travel.
Snow forecast from 5 AM Friday to 11 AM Saturday:
Eagar-Sprgrvlle 3 to 5 inches Forest Lakes 9 to 15 inches
Heber-Overgaard 3 to 5 inches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
AZZ004-006>008-015-310515-
/O.EXT.KFGZ.WW.Y.0015.211231T0600Z-220101T1200Z/
Kaibab Plateau-Grand Canyon Country-Coconino Plateau-
Yavapai County Mountains-Western Mogollon Rim-
Including the cities of Jacob Lake, Grand Canyon Village,
and Flagstaff
212 PM MST Thu Dec 30 2021
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING
TO 5 AM MST SATURDAY ABOVE 6000 FEET...
* WHAT...Snow expected above 6000 feet. Snow showers develop after
midnight tonight and continue into Saturday morning, with the
heaviest precipitation falling Friday evening into early
Saturday. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, with 4 to
8 inches possible above 7000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 35
mph.
* WHERE...Areas above 6000 feet near Flagstaff, Doney Park, Grand
Canyon, Jacob Lake, North Rim, Valle and Williams.
* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 5 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning and evening commute, as
well as any New Year's Eve travel.
Snow forecast from 11 PM Today to 5 AM Saturday:
Doney Park 2 to 4 inches Flagstaff 3 to 5 inches
Grand Canyon 1 to 3 inches Jacob Lake 4 to 6 inches
North Rim 4 to 6 inches Prescott 0 to 1 inches
Valle 1 to 3 inches Williams 3 to 5 inches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
AZZ039-040-310515-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WW.Y.0015.211231T1200Z-220101T1800Z/
Black Mesa Area-Northeast Plateaus and Mesas South of Hwy 264-
212 PM MST Thu Dec 30 2021
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM FRIDAY TO
11 AM MST SATURDAY ABOVE 6000 FEET...
* WHAT...Snow expected above 6000 feet. Snow showers develop
Friday morning and continue into Saturday morning, with the
heaviest precipitation falling Friday evening into early
Saturday. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds
gusting as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...Areas above 6000 feet near Dilkon and Shonto.
* WHEN...From 5 AM Friday to 11 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning and evening commute, as
well as any New Year's Eve travel.
Snow forecast from 5 AM Friday to 11 AM Saturday:
Dilkon 1 to 3 inches Shonto 1 to 3 inches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
For more information from the National Weather Service visit:
http://weather.gov/flagstaff
For a more detailed table of forecast snow amounts for counties,
reservations and roads go to:
http://weather.gov/flagstaff/SnowTables5 follow-up statements
100
WWUS45 KFGZ 310502
WSWFGZ
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
1002 PM MST Thu Dec 30 2021
AZZ017-011800-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WS.W.0005.211231T1200Z-220101T1800Z/
White Mountains-
Including the city of Greer
1002 PM MST Thu Dec 30 2021
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM FRIDAY TO
11 AM MST SATURDAY ABOVE 6500 FEET...
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 6500 feet and patchy blowing
snow with wind gusts as high as 45 mph. Snow showers develop
Friday morning and continue into Saturday morning, with the
heaviest snow Friday evening into early Saturday.
* WHERE...Areas near Alpine, Pinetop-Lakeside and Show Low.
* WHEN...From 5 AM Friday to 11 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy
blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The
hazardous conditions could impact the morning and evening
commute, as well as any New Year's Eve travel.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
Snow forecast from 5 AM Friday to 11 AM Saturday:
Alpine 8 to 12 inches Pinetop-Lkside 6 to 10 inches
Show Low 4 to 6 inches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
AZZ004-006>008-015-011200-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WW.Y.0015.211231T0600Z-220101T1200Z/
Kaibab Plateau-Grand Canyon Country-Coconino Plateau-
Yavapai County Mountains-Western Mogollon Rim-
Including the cities of Jacob Lake, Grand Canyon Village,
and Flagstaff
1002 PM MST Thu Dec 30 2021
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST
SATURDAY ABOVE 6000 FEET...
* WHAT...Snow expected above 6000 feet. Snow showers develop after
midnight tonight and continue into Saturday morning, with the
heaviest snow Friday evening into early Saturday. Winds gusting
as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...Areas near Doney Park, Flagstaff, Grand Canyon, Jacob
Lake, North Rim, Valle and Williams.
* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 5 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning and evening commute, as
well as any New Year's Eve travel.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
Snow forecast from 11 PM Today to 5 AM Saturday:
Doney Park 2 to 4 inches Flagstaff 3 to 5 inches
Grand Canyon 1 to 3 inches Jacob Lake 4 to 6 inches
North Rim 4 to 6 inches Williams 3 to 5 inches
Valle 1 to 3 inches
.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
AZZ011-039-040-011800-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WW.Y.0015.211231T1200Z-220101T1800Z/
Chuska Mountains and Defiance Plateau-Black Mesa Area-
Northeast Plateaus and Mesas South of Hwy 264-
Including the cities of Window Rock and Ganado
1002 PM MST Thu Dec 30 2021
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM FRIDAY TO
11 AM MST SATURDAY ABOVE 6000 FEET...
* WHAT...Snow expected above 6000 feet. Snow showers develop
Friday morning and continue into Saturday morning, with the
heaviest snow Friday evening into early Saturday. Winds gusting
as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...Areas near Buffalo Pass, Dilkon, Ganado, Shonto and
Window Rock.
* WHEN...From 5 AM Friday to 11 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning and evening commute, as
well as any New Year's Eve travel.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
Snow forecast from 5 AM Friday to 11 AM Saturday:
Buffalo Pass 4 to 8 inches Dilkon 1 to 3 inches
Ganado 3 to 5 inches Shonto 1 to 3 inches
Window Rock 3 to 5 inches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
AZZ014-016-011800-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WW.Y.0015.211231T1200Z-220101T1800Z/
Little Colorado River Valley in Apache County-
Eastern Mogollon Rim-
Including the cities of Springerville and Happy Jack
1002 PM MST Thu Dec 30 2021
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM FRIDAY TO
11 AM MST SATURDAY ABOVE 6500 FEET...
* WHAT...Snow expected above 6500 feet. Snow showers develop
Friday morning and continue into Saturday morning, with the
heaviest snow Friday evening into early Saturday. Winds gusting
as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...Areas near Eagar-Springerville, Forest Lakes and Heber-
Overgaard.
* WHEN...From 5 AM Friday to 11 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning and evening commute, as
well as any New Year's Eve travel.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
Snow forecast from 5 AM Friday to 11 AM Saturday:
Eagar-Sprgrvlle 3 to 5 inches Forest Lakes 9 to 15 inches
Heber-Overgaard 3 to 5 inches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
For more information from the National Weather Service visit:
http://weather.gov/flagstaff
For a more detailed table of forecast snow amounts for counties,
reservations and roads go to:
http://weather.gov/flagstaff/SnowTables187
WWUS45 KFGZ 311006
WSWFGZ
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
306 AM MST Fri Dec 31 2021
AZZ011-010000-
/O.UPG.KFGZ.WW.Y.0015.211231T1200Z-220101T1800Z/
/O.EXB.KFGZ.WS.W.0005.211231T1800Z-220101T1800Z/
Chuska Mountains and Defiance Plateau-
Including the cities of Window Rock and Ganado
306 AM MST Fri Dec 31 2021
...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO
11 AM MST SATURDAY ABOVE 6000 FEET...
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 6000 feet. Total snow
accumulations of 4 to 8 inches, with 6 to 10 inches above 7000
feet. Snow showers develop by mid day with the heaviest snow
expected this evening through early Saturday morning. Winds
gusting as high as 35 mph producing blowing snow.
* WHERE...Areas above 6000 feet near Buffalo Pass, Ganado and
Window Rock.
* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 11 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning or evening commute, and any
New Year's Eve plans.
Snow forecast from 11 AM Today to 11 AM Saturday:
Buffalo Pass 6 to 10 inches Ganado 4 to 6 inches
Window Rock 3 to 5 inches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
AZZ017-010000-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WS.W.0005.211231T1200Z-220101T1800Z/
White Mountains-
Including the city of Greer
306 AM MST Fri Dec 31 2021
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST
SATURDAY ABOVE 6500 FEET...
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 6500 feet with lesser amounts
below 6500 feet. Total snow accumulations 4 to 10 inches, with 1
to 2 feet above 8000 feet. Winds gusting 35 to 50 mph late
tonight into Saturday morning, with areas of blowing snow.
* WHERE...Areas above 6500 feet near Alpine, Pinetop-Lakeside
and Show Low.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy
blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The
hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening
commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Snow forecast from 5 AM Today to 11 AM Saturday:
Alpine 7 to 11 inches Pinetop-Lkside 5 to 9 inches
Show Low 3 to 5 inches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
AZZ039-040-010000-
/O.EXT.KFGZ.WW.Y.0015.211231T1800Z-220101T1800Z/
Black Mesa Area-Northeast Plateaus and Mesas South of Hwy 264-
306 AM MST Fri Dec 31 2021
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING
TO 11 AM MST SATURDAY ABOVE 6000 FEET...
* WHAT...Snow expected above 6000 feet. Snow showers developing
around mid day, with the heaviest snow expected this evening
through early Saturday morning. Total snow accumulations of 1 to
5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph late tonight into
Saturday morning producing areas of blowing snow.
* WHERE...Areas above 6000 feet near Dilkon and Shonto.
* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 11 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the evening commute.
Snow forecast from 11 AM Today to 11 AM Saturday:
Dilkon 1 to 3 inches Shonto 1 to 3 inches
.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
AZZ004-006>008-015-010000-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-220101T1200Z/
Kaibab Plateau-Grand Canyon Country-Coconino Plateau-
Yavapai County Mountains-Western Mogollon Rim-
Including the cities of Jacob Lake, Grand Canyon Village,
and Flagstaff
306 AM MST Fri Dec 31 2021
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST
SATURDAY ABOVE 6000 FEET...
* WHAT...Snow above 6000 feet. Occasional snow showers continue
today, with the heaviest snow expected late this evening into
early Saturday morning. Winds gusting 25 to 35 mph late tonight
with patchy blowing snow.
* WHERE...Areas above 6000 feet near Doney Park, Flagstaff,
Grand Canyon, Jacob Lake, North Rim, Prescott, Valle and
Williams.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions
could impact the morning or evening commute and any New Year's
Eve travel plans.
Additional snow forecast from 2 AM Today to 5 AM Saturday:
Doney Park 1 to 3 inches Flagstaff 4 to 6 inches
Grand Canyon 2 to 4 inches Jacob Lake 4 to 8 inches
North Rim 4 to 8 inches Prescott 0 to 1 inches
Valle 1 to 3 inches Williams 3 to 5 inches
.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
AZZ014-016-010000-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WW.Y.0015.211231T1200Z-220101T1800Z/
Little Colorado River Valley in Apache County-
Eastern Mogollon Rim-
Including the cities of Springerville and Happy Jack
306 AM MST Fri Dec 31 2021
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST
SATURDAY ABOVE 6500 FEET...
* WHAT...Snow expected above 6500 feet. Snow showers through late
this afternoon will be mainly above 7000 to 8000 feet with rain
below. Snow levels fall rapidly this evening. Total snow
accumulations 2 to 6 inches above 6500 feet, with 6 to 12
inches above 7500 feet. Winds gusting 30 to 45 mph late tonight
into early Saturday morning.
* WHERE...Areas above 6500 feet near Eagar-Springerville, Forest
Lakes and Heber-Overgaard.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions
could impact the morning or evening commute and any New Year's
Eve plans.
Snow forecast from 5 AM Today to 11 AM Saturday:
Eagar-Sprgrvlle 3 to 5 inches Forest Lakes 7 to 11 inches
Heber-Overgaard 1 to 3 inches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
For more information from the National Weather Service visit:
http://weather.gov/flagstaff
For a more detailed table of forecast snow amounts for counties,
reservations and roads go to:
http://weather.gov/flagstaff/SnowTables043
WWUS45 KFGZ 312050
WSWFGZ
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
150 PM MST Fri Dec 31 2021
AZZ011-011200-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-220101T1800Z/
Chuska Mountains and Defiance Plateau-
Including the cities of Window Rock and Ganado
150 PM MST Fri Dec 31 2021
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST
SATURDAY ABOVE 6000 FEET...
* WHAT...Heavy snow above 6000 feet. Snow showers will increase
through the afternoon and evening, becoming steady overnight.
Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches, with higher
amounts of 8 to 12 inches above 7500 feet. Winds gusting as high
as 35 mph, leading to reduced visibility in areas of blowing
snow.
* WHERE...Areas above 6000 feet near Buffalo Pass, Ganado and
Window Rock.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning or evening commute, as well
as any New Year's Eve travel plans.
Additional snow forecast from 1 PM Today to 11 AM Saturday:
Buffalo Pass 6 to 10 inches Ganado 2 to 4 inches
Window Rock 1 to 3 inches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
AZZ017-011200-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-220101T1800Z/
White Mountains-
Including the city of Greer
150 PM MST Fri Dec 31 2021
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST
SATURDAY ABOVE 6500 FEET...
* WHAT...Heavy snow and patchy blowing snow above 6500 feet. Snow
showers will increase through the afternoon and evening,
becoming steady overnight. Additional snow accumulations of 5
to 10 inches, with higher amounts of 8 to 16 inches above 8000
feet. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph, leading to reduced
visibility in areas of blowing snow.
* WHERE...Areas above 6500 feet near Alpine, Pinetop-Lakeside
and Show Low.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy
blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The
hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening
commute, as well as any New Year's Eve travel plans. Gusty
winds could bring down tree branches.
Additional snow forecast from 1 PM Today to 11 AM Saturday:
Alpine 6 to 10 inches Pinetop-Lkside 5 to 9 inches
Show Low 2 to 4 inches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
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Kaibab Plateau-Grand Canyon Country-Coconino Plateau-
Yavapai County Mountains-Western Mogollon Rim-
Including the cities of Jacob Lake, Grand Canyon Village,
and Flagstaff
150 PM MST Fri Dec 31 2021
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST
SATURDAY ABOVE 6000 FEET...
* WHAT...Snow above 6000 feet. Snow showers will increase through
the afternoon and evening, becoming steady overnight. Additional
snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, with higher amounts of 5
to 10 inches above 7000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph,
leading to reduced visibility in areas of blowing snow.
* WHERE...Areas above 6000 feet near Doney Park, Flagstaff,
Grand Canyon, Jacob Lake, North Rim, Prescott, Valle and
Williams.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions
could impact the morning or evening commute, as well as any New
Year's Eve travel plans.
Additional snow forecast from 1 PM Today to 5 AM Saturday:
Doney Park 1 to 3 inches Flagstaff 2 to 4 inches
Grand Canyon 1 to 3 inches Jacob Lake 4 to 6 inches
North Rim 4 to 6 inches Prescott 0 to 1 inches
Valle 1 to 2 inches Williams 2 to 4 inches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
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Black Mesa Area-Northeast Plateaus and Mesas South of Hwy 264-
150 PM MST Fri Dec 31 2021
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST
SATURDAY ABOVE 6000 FEET...
* WHAT...Snow above 6000 feet. Snow showers will increase through
the afternoon and evening, becoming steady overnight. Additional
snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as
40 mph, leading to reduced visibility in areas of blowing snow.
* WHERE...Areas above 6000 feet near Dilkon and Shonto.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning or evening commute, as well
as any New Year's Eve travel plans.
Additional snow forecast from 1 PM Today to 11 AM Saturday:
Dilkon 1 to 3 inches Shonto 1 to 3 inches .
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
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Little Colorado River Valley in Apache County-
Eastern Mogollon Rim-
Including the cities of Springerville and Happy Jack
150 PM MST Fri Dec 31 2021
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST
SATURDAY ABOVE 6500 FEET...
* WHAT...Snow above 6500 feet. Snow showers will increase through
the afternoon and evening, becoming steady overnight. Additional
snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, with higher amounts of 4
to 8 inches above 7000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph,
leading to reduced visibility in areas of blowing snow.
* WHERE...Areas above 6500 feet near Eagar-Springerville, Forest
Lakes and Heber-Overgaard.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions
could impact the morning or evening commute, as well as any New
Year's Eve travel plans.
Additional snow forecast from 1 PM Today to 11 AM Saturday:
Eagar-Sprgrvlle 3 to 5 inches Forest Lakes 6 to 10 inches
Heber-Overgaard 1 to 3 inches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
For more information from the National Weather Service visit:
http://weather.gov/flagstaff
For a more detailed table of forecast snow amounts for counties,
reservations and roads go to:
http://weather.gov/flagstaff/SnowTables125
WWUS45 KFGZ 011054
WSWFGZ
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
354 AM MST Sat Jan 1 2022
AZZ011-011800-
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Chuska Mountains and Defiance Plateau-
Including the cities of Window Rock and Ganado
354 AM MST Sat Jan 1 2022
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST THIS
MORNING ABOVE 6000 FEET...
* WHAT...Periods of snow, heavy at times, decreasing later this
morning. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. Winds
gusting as high as 35 mph, leading to areas of blowing and
drifting snow.
* WHERE...Areas above 6000 feet near Buffalo Pass, Ganado and
Window Rock.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility.
Additional snow forecast from 3 AM Today to 11 AM Today:
Buffalo Pass 1 to 3 inches Ganado 1 to 3 inches
Window Rock 1 to 3 inches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
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AZZ017-011800-
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White Mountains-
Including the city of Greer
354 AM MST Sat Jan 1 2022
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST THIS
MORNING ABOVE 6500 FEET...
* WHAT...Periods of snow, heavy at times, decreasing later this
morning. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches. Winds
gusting as high as 40 mph, leading to areas of blowing and
drifting snow.
* WHERE...Areas above 6500 feet near Alpine, Pinetop-Lakeside
and Show Low.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy
blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds
could bring down tree branches.
Additional snow forecast from 3 AM Today to 11 AM Today:
Alpine 3 to 5 inches Pinetop-Lkside 2 to 4 inches
Show Low 1 to 3 inches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
AZZ004-006>008-015-011200-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-220101T1200Z/
Kaibab Plateau-Grand Canyon Country-Coconino Plateau-
Yavapai County Mountains-Western Mogollon Rim-
Including the cities of Jacob Lake, Grand Canyon Village,
and Flagstaff
354 AM MST Sat Jan 1 2022
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST EARLY
THIS MORNING ABOVE 6000 FEET...
* WHAT...Snow showers tapering off early this morning, with areas
of blowing and drifting snow.
* WHERE...Areas above 6000 feet near Doney Park, Flagstaff,
Grand Canyon, Jacob Lake, North Rim, Prescott, Valle and
Williams.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility.
Additional snow forecast from 3 AM Today to 5 AM Today:
Doney Park 0 to 1 inches Flagstaff 0 to 1 inches
Grand Canyon 0 to 1 inches Jacob Lake 0 to 1 inches
North Rim 0 to 1 inches Prescott 0 to 1 inches
Valle 0 to 1 inches Williams 0 to 1 inches
.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
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AZZ039-040-011800-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-220101T1800Z/
Black Mesa Area-Northeast Plateaus and Mesas South of Hwy 264-
354 AM MST Sat Jan 1 2022
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST THIS
MORNING ABOVE 6000 FEET...
* WHAT...Periods of snow, decreasing later this morning.
Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. Winds gusting as
high as 35 mph, leading to areas of blowing and drifting snow.
* WHERE...Areas above 6000 feet near Dilkon and Shonto.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility.
Additional snow forecast from 3 AM Today to 11 AM Today:
Dilkon 1 to 3 inches Shonto 0 to 1 inches
.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
AZZ014-016-011800-
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Little Colorado River Valley in Apache County-
Eastern Mogollon Rim-
Including the cities of Springerville and Happy Jack
354 AM MST Sat Jan 1 2022
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST THIS
MORNING ABOVE 6500 FEET...
* WHAT...Periods of snow, heavy at times, decreasing later this
morning. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds
gusting as high as 35 mph, leading to areas of blowing and
drifting snow.
* WHERE...Areas above 6500 feet near Eagar-Springerville, Forest
Lakes and Heber-Overgaard.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility.
Additional snow forecast from 3 AM Today to 11 AM Today:
Eagar-Sprgrvlle 2 to 4 inches Forest Lakes 2 to 4 inches
Heber-Overgaard 1 to 2 inches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
For more information from the National Weather Service visit:
http://weather.gov/flagstaff
For a more detailed table of forecast snow amounts for counties,
reservations and roads go to:
http://weather.gov/flagstaff/SnowTables891
WWUS45 KFGZ 011201
WSWFGZ
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
501 AM MST Sat Jan 1 2022
AZZ004-006>008-015-011315-
/O.EXP.KFGZ.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-220101T1200Z/
Kaibab Plateau-Grand Canyon Country-Coconino Plateau-
Yavapai County Mountains-Western Mogollon Rim-
Including the cities of Jacob Lake, Grand Canyon Village,
and Flagstaff
501 AM MST Sat Jan 1 2022
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 5 AM MST EARLY THIS
MORNING ABOVE 6000 FEET...
Snow is currently moving out of the area allowing the Winter
Weather Advisory to expire on time. Icy and slick roadways are
likely throughout the day with cold temperatures remaining.
$$
AZZ011-011800-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-220101T1800Z/
Chuska Mountains and Defiance Plateau-
Including the cities of Window Rock and Ganado
501 AM MST Sat Jan 1 2022
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST THIS
MORNING ABOVE 6000 FEET...
* WHAT...Periods of snow, heavy at times, decreasing later this
morning. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. Winds
gusting as high as 35 mph, leading to areas of blowing and
drifting snow.
* WHERE...Areas above 6000 feet near Buffalo Pass, Ganado and
Window Rock.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility.
Additional snow forecast from 4 AM Today to 11 AM Today:
Buffalo Pass 1 to 2 inches Ganado 1 to 3 inches
Window Rock 1 to 2 inches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
AZZ017-011800-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-220101T1800Z/
White Mountains-
Including the city of Greer
501 AM MST Sat Jan 1 2022
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST THIS
MORNING ABOVE 6500 FEET...
* WHAT...Periods of snow, heavy at times, decreasing later this
morning. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches. Winds
gusting as high as 40 mph, leading to areas of blowing and
drifting snow.
* WHERE...Areas above 6500 feet near Alpine, Pinetop-Lakeside
and Show Low.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy
blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds
could bring down tree branches.
Additional snow forecast from 4 AM Today to 11 AM Today:
Alpine 2 to 4 inches Pinetop-Lkside 2 to 4 inches
Show Low 1 to 3 inches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
AZZ039-040-011800-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-220101T1800Z/
Black Mesa Area-Northeast Plateaus and Mesas South of Hwy 264-
501 AM MST Sat Jan 1 2022
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST THIS
MORNING ABOVE 6000 FEET...
* WHAT...Periods of snow, decreasing later this morning.
Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. Winds gusting
as high as 35 mph, leading to areas of blowing and drifting
snow.
* WHERE...Areas above 6000 feet near Dilkon and Shonto.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility.
Additional snow forecast from 4 AM Today to 11 AM Today:
Dilkon 1 to 2 inches Shonto 0 to 1 inches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
AZZ014-016-011800-
/O.CON.KFGZ.WW.Y.0015.000000T0000Z-220101T1800Z/
Little Colorado River Valley in Apache County-
Eastern Mogollon Rim-
Including the cities of Springerville and Happy Jack
501 AM MST Sat Jan 1 2022
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST THIS
MORNING ABOVE 6500 FEET...
* WHAT...Periods of snow, heavy at times, decreasing later this
morning. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds
gusting as high as 35 mph, leading to areas of blowing and
drifting snow.
* WHERE...Areas above 6500 feet near Eagar-Springerville, Forest
Lakes and Heber-Overgaard.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility.
Additional snow forecast from 4 AM Today to 11 AM Today:
Eagar-Sprgrvlle 1 to 3 inches Forest Lakes 1 to 2 inches
Heber-Overgaard 1 to 2 inches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
$$
For more information from the National Weather Service visit:
http://weather.gov/flagstaff
For a more detailed table of forecast snow amounts for counties,
reservations and roads go to:
http://weather.gov/flagstaff/SnowTablesThe office that day
Everything else NWS Flagstaff, AZ issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 30, 3:19 AM MST | Winter Weather Advisory | FGZ | Apache, Coconino, Navajo, Yavapai | 56 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.