Spring arrived early in Jackson Hole bringing weather extremes with single digits in the mornings, big wind, and afternoon highs in the 50's. March was both drier and colder than average yet the valley snow has melted quickly. Animals are migrating north to summer territories, birds are building nests, and the mornings are filled with bird songs to start the day. Welcome spring! Learn more: … [Read more...]
March Nature News: The Signs of Spring in Jackson Hole
March begins with deep snow and blue skies in Jackson Hole. Yet even with the wintry landscape, you can feel that spring is in the air. February was a very stormy, snowy month. The Jackson Hole Mountain Resort recorded 463 inches at its mid-mountain snow station (elevation 9,580 feet) bringing this year's snow level above the annual average of 400 inches. It looks like green summer meadows are in … [Read more...]
February Nature News: Over three feet of snow graces the Tetons; Ogala Sioux oppose new oil and natural gas wells
Local — Three Feet Deep January's short, dark days were met with all types of weather this year. Snowfall in town was below average, with only six inches reported until the end of the month when a large weather event dumped over three feet of snow in the Tetons. January storms are typically cold, delivering lots of dry, soft powder snow. This storm lived up to that norm. The cycle lasted three … [Read more...]
December Nature News: Grizzly 399 and her cubs delight us, CWD confirmed in GTNP
Local — Wyoming's Winter Wonderland December delivered all of the winter weather variables to Jackson Hole: short days, long nights, frigid temperatures, icy wind, and snow. Winter became official with the Solstice on December 21, 2020. We are happy to be out on our cross country skis and snowshoes sharing the magic of Wyoming's winter wonderland with locals and visitors once again. Local — … [Read more...]
November Nature News: Wildlife find winter territories and inversion season begins
Local — Hello Temperature Inversion Season! November started warm with 50-degree temperatures but winter weather quickly followed and the month ended with frigid nights, crisp sunny days, and a valley inversion. Inversions are caused when high pressure traps the cold, dense air on the valley floor. Warmer, less dense air rises above. This is a typical winter weather pattern for Jackson Hole … [Read more...]
October Nature News: Weather shifts put Grizzly 399 and her four cubs on the move
October had the typical mix of fall mountain weather with sun, wind, rain and snow. The month ended with subzero temperatures. Both October 2019 and 2020 broke records for frigid temperatures. This year, temperatures plummeted to minus nine degrees Fahrenheit. Weather changes spur wildlife migration. Elk make their way to the southern parts of Jackson Hole. River bottoms offer great … [Read more...]
September Nature News: chilly temps spur elk bugling and the bright hues of fall
Shift in the weather September is a month of change — softening light and shorter days mean fall has arrived. The smoke and heat of August have been replaced by clear skies and cooler temperatures. The first snow has fallen in the Tetons and bright colors begin to dot the hillsides. Shorter daylight hours spur hormonal changes in wildlife which trigger the start of mating season. Bull Elk have … [Read more...]
August Nature News: Warm and dry — berry and fire season in Jackson Hole
Local — Weather The month of August was predominately hot and dry. Trails became dusty and afternoons were spent looking for shade or a place to swim. July's weather produced tasty berries so trail hikes offered yummy raspberries, serviceberries, huckleberries, and thimbleberries. The lack of moisture raised fire danger and fires in California filled the valley with smoke. The month ended with … [Read more...]