Local Climate January snowfall sets records as storm after storm brought fresh powder to the Tetons By mid-month over 11 feet of snow had fallen in the mountains. Annual snowfall at 9,000 feet is 400 inches and current level is 317 inches. Fortunately, the month ended with warmer temperatures and a bit of sun so the Jackson community could plow, … [Read more...] about January Nature News: Record snowfall, preserving Bighorn Sheep habitat, and the 25th anniversary of Gray Wolf reintroduction
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December Nature News: Winter Wildlife Closures aim to Give Wildlife a Break
Local Climate December brought wintry weather to Jackson Hole. Temperatures became frigid spurring animals to move to winter territories. We spotted moose in Grand Teton National Park and herds of elk and deer were seen throughout the valley. The season of winter began with the winter solstice on December 21. As the days get shorter and … [Read more...] about December Nature News: Winter Wildlife Closures aim to Give Wildlife a Break
November Nature News: A wonderful shift to winter in Jackson Hole
Local Climate November started warm and dry and we experienced temps into the 50's which is unusual for this area. Fortunately, a winter storm arrived for Thanksgiving and the snow started to accumulate. The recent storm dropped 20 inches of snow and we are enjoying the change to a winter landscape. A great comprehensive source for … [Read more...] about November Nature News: A wonderful shift to winter in Jackson Hole
October Nature News: Arctic cold breaks records in Jackson Hole, National Elk Refuge scales back feeding program
Local Climate Typical October weather is cooler and cloudier as Fall deepens in Jackson Hole. We had a few nice days in the middle of the month. The leaves changed, the light softened and then cold air descended from the north. At the end of the month, overnight temperatures plummeted below zero to break all records. The upcoming winter forecast is "cold and … [Read more...] about October Nature News: Arctic cold breaks records in Jackson Hole, National Elk Refuge scales back feeding program
September Nature News: Fall shifts yield golden hues and animals on the move
Local Climate September began with sunny skies and warm days. Afternoon temperatures reached 60 to 70 degrees with chilly nights. By the third week, weather changed and snow accumulated in the high country. The month ended with snow on the mountain peaks and a hard frost in the valley. Fall has begun. In Jackson Hole, you will find Cottonwoods along … [Read more...] about September Nature News: Fall shifts yield golden hues and animals on the move
