Local Climate February had its mix of sun and snow, but by mid-month we had already reached a snowfall depth of 400 inches, which is the annual average snowfall at 9,000 feet. The white landscape, deep snow, and frigid mornings gave the valley a wintry feel. As the month ended, the sun's warmth whispered spring and that changes will come. Local … [Read more...] about February Nature News: The Whisper of Spring and the Roar of Mountain Lions
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January Nature News: Record snowfall, preserving Bighorn Sheep habitat, and the 25th anniversary of Gray Wolf reintroduction
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
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
August Nature News: Warmth lingers in Jackson Hole as berries ripen and fall hues intensify
Local Climate August brought sunny skies and the heat of summer to Jackson Hole providing lots of tour options and great places to explore. We usually have a wisp of fall in the air by the end of August, but not this year. As we roll through Labor Day weekend, September begins with a similar warm trend. Ripening berries and fall flowers including yarrow, … [Read more...] about August Nature News: Warmth lingers in Jackson Hole as berries ripen and fall hues intensify
April Nature News: The whispers of spring breeze into Jackson Hole
Local April was wet and cool but the sunny days felt like Spring! Jackson Hole is 43 degrees North latitude so days get noticeably longer at this time of year. The grass is turning green on the valley floor and the snow continues to melt but leaves have yet to develop on the trees. Aspen catkins hang on the branch of male trees offering up the … [Read more...] about April Nature News: The whispers of spring breeze into Jackson Hole