Hunter Jan 29-30

Hi All,

We are in the middle of some dense snow falling at over an inch an hour. It is very light powder with the temp at 30 but falling. The expected total will be 10-12” ending by midnight so expect a powder day tomorrow.

The firefighters are here for races this week and the event today was covered by channel ten ABC news out of Albany and I have attached the link here. Joe Jove was interviewed.

https://www.news10.com/video/fdny-46th-annual-ski-race-at-hunter-mountain_20190129211359/1737216340

The Flyer was shut down most of the day due to high gusty winds and driving snow. The wind has died down now. Extreme cold will arrive tomorrow thru Thursday with sub zero wind chills.

Be careful on the roads,

Jon

 

 

Forecast & Snow Map

Tonight

Snow before 1am, then a chance of snow showers, mainly between 1am and 4am. The snow could be heavy at times. Low around 8. Wind chill values as low as -1. South wind 8 to 13 mph becoming west after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Total nighttime snow accumulation of 3 to 5 inches possible.

Wednesday

A chance of snow showers, mainly after 1pm. The snow could be heavy at times. Increasing clouds, with a high near 15. Wind chill values as low as -10. West wind 9 to 17 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.

Wednesday Night

A slight chance of snow showers before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around -11. Wind chill values as low as -28. West wind 11 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Thursday

Sunny and cold, with a high near 4. Wind chill values as low as -29. West wind 13 to 15 mph.

 

 

HUNTER JAN 19 - WINTER STORM WARNING

Hi All,

Just a quick short note to let you know the summit weather station wind gauge was repaired sometime late Thursday / Friday am. https://www.wunderground.com/personal-weather-station/dashboard?ID=KNYHUNTE3

If you care to thank Russ & Sarah please do so.

rcoloton@huntermtn.com

SarahS@HunterMtn.com

 

The snow should start around 2 –3 pm today and last through Sunday with an estimated accumulation of 16–24 “. Sleet and ice may also accumulate to about 1/4 inch.

Expect the governor to declare a state of emergency for road travel. Monday morning temps will be about –5 with wind chills dangerously low to around –25.

Be warm & safe,

Jon

 

Hunter Jan 18

I am pleased to advise that the wind gauge at the summit weather station has been fixed.
Thank you management!

https://www.wunderground.com/personal-weather-station/dashboard?ID=KNYHUNTE3

Hunter - early snow forecast map

Hunter Jan 17 - Winter Storm Watch

Hi All,

Get ready for some rough weather this weekend. FYI – Hunter is expecting record crowds this Saturday based on advance ticket sales and the hotel is sold out.

As many of you already know, Hunter North has had two trails re-designated to “black/blue” from just “blue”. The summit weather station wind gauge has still not been fixed.

In other news, Bear Creek has been sold and is now closed. If you plan on dining out this weekend best make reservations. Van Winkles in the KMC no longer accepts reservations – first come, first serve.

Safe travels,

Jon

 

From the NWS:

WINTER STORM WATCH FOR THIS WEEKEND

The snow will arrive in two phases. Light snow overnight tonight into Friday morning with a general area of 1-2" through much of the immediate Capital District. The snow will move out by mid to late morning. Round 2 arrives Saturday afternoon and evening with a steadier and heavier snow expected overnight Saturday into midday Sunday. The will be a SIGNIFICANT storm across much of the northeast on Sunday. Heavy snowfall in addition to a region of sleet/freezing rain to rain (along the coast). By Sunday afternoon strong winds and additional snow will result in considerable blowing and drifting. Widespread snow fall amounts of a foot or more is likely to the north and west of Albany with the potential for some sleet to mix in to the south and southeast. Bitterly cold air will move in behind the storm as it pulls away Sunday night and the snow will taper off. Temperatures will plunge below zero Sunday night with wind chills dropping to -30 or colder. Highs Monday will be in the single digits with wind chills of -20 to -40.

Huntter Summit Weather Station

Hi Russ & Sarah,

As you are aware from my previous emails concerning the above subject matter, the weather station wind gauge / “feels like” information has not been functioning for almost a year now.

This is a valuable tool for skiers and riders to help determine how to dress / prepare for mountain weather conditions.

Please consider this a priority fix for the good of the paying public.

I am posting this on my blog site http://hunterskiscene.blogspot.com/  out of frustration for not having it properly addressed so my readers can feel free to add their two cents.

Weather station Internet link:  https://www.wunderground.com/personal-weather-station/dashboard?ID=KNYHUNTE3

Respectfully,

Jon

HUNTER DECEMBER 19

Hello Hunter fans,

The key elements for skiing & riding all came together today to rate it a “10”. I have waited a long time to start my season on the slopes due flat light & limited terrain but today was it.

The weather – brilliant blue sunny sky, no wind, moderate temps and excellent surface conditions – made a consensus opinion from those that have been out many days, the best day so far this season.

There was an inversion this morning with the summit temp 10 degrees  warmer 22 than the base at 12. Temps quickly warmed up to 33 now.

The grooming was very good on most front side slopes with the main line being the best. Racer’s was closed and Minya was variable ungroomed with soft whale humps and some porcelain on Lower Cross. Other than that, the rest of the mountain was in great shape. I did not go west as it was still too dark. Cliff was a bit thin with some rocks on skier’s left. Huega, Ike & Gunhill were excellent as was Eside Dr.

The Flyer was having some issues late morning with a few stoppages. There was no D or F running but not needed as one could ski onto the Flyer without a wait.

I drove over to the base of the new Hunter North 6 person lift which was still being fitted with safety bars before the scheduled weight test could commence. That was to be done today / tomorrow. It was quite impressive to see.

The top terminal is situated just below the belt, partially narrowing the entrance to Wayout at the intersection of White cloud and the Belt makes a  slight turn to skier’s right around it where they blew out part of the rock ledge.

Heavy rain unfortunately is expected late Thursday and through Friday night before cold air comes in again on Saturday night and you all know what that will do to conditions.

Happy Holidays,

Jon

 

 

Detailed Forecast

Tonight

Mostly clear, with a low around 22. Southwest wind 3 to 6 mph.

Thursday

A slight chance of rain after 3pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 41. South wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Thursday Night

Rain, mainly after 7pm. Low around 38. Southeast wind 8 to 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New precipitation amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.

Friday

Rain. The rain could be heavy at times. High near 51. South wind 10 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New precipitation amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.

Friday Night

Showers likely, mainly before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 38. South wind around 11 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.

Saturday

A chance of rain and snow showers before 1pm, then a chance of snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 38. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Saturday Night

Mostly cloudy, with a low around 25.

Sunday

Partly sunny, with a high near 31.