Category: Verification (Page 49 of 53)

These posts take a look back at recent weather events, like snow storms or severe weather outbreaks, and evaluate how the forecast played out. We evaluate how well the models predicted what actually occurred, and offer insight into what can be learned and applied moving forward.

‘Twas a White Christmas for all!

December 27, 2015 / Ben Castellani

We hope you had a cozy, joyous. and relaxing holiday with your family and friends. Mother Nature delivered the best gift of all, a White Christmas, our second in as many years. We quickly recap storm totals across the region.

The week ahead: December 21-25, 2015

December 21, 2015 / Andy

This week will feature a series of snow events across the High Country, with several ski resorts likely accumulating more than a foot of snow by midweek. This is all thanks to a large Pacific jet stream tracking into the western United States. There are also hints Boulder may see some snow on Christmas. Continue to find out more.

BUSTED: A revisit of this week’s “surprise” snow storm

December 17, 2015 / Ben Castellani

More than thirty-six hours after the snow has settled on the surprise storm of the year (and quite possibly the decade?) for the Denver Metro area, we explain what went through the minds of the forecasters in the hours leading up to the storm, what likely led to the storm’s deviation from initial forecasts, and recap snowfall totals from across the Front Range.

Storm Update: That’s a lot of snow!

December 15, 2015 / Ben Castellani

Many of you likely awoke to considerably more snow than expected! Most schools and public offerings are shut down, and there is currently a snow plow upside down in Boulder Creek. Don’t worry, the driver is doing fine. Snow totals thus far are in the 7-10″ range over then entire Denver Metro area. We measured 8.5″ at BoulderCAST around 7:00am, which was equal to the official measurement taken by the National Weather Service at 8:30am. By the time the snow wraps up this afternoon, we are likely to exceed 10 inches. Let us know in the comments below how much snow is in your neighborhood!

It wasn’t until late last night that it became clear Boulder and the entire Denver area may be in for our first significant snow of the year. There are a lot of reasons for this, including a little good fortune. We will discuss this in a post later today or tomorrow (found here). Stay tuned and drive safe (if you must!).

Forecast review of Saturday’s snow

December 13, 2015 / Ben Castellani

After several 60+ degree days, Saturday’s snow storm brought an end to the unseasonably warm and dry start to December across northeast Colorado. We briefly recap the storm totals and discuss the good and bad of our forecast.

The week ahead: November 30-December 4, 2015

November 30, 2015 / Andy

After nearly a week of below freezing temperatures, including a frigid and snowy Thanksgiving, the weather will make a turn for the better during the upcoming week with temperatures rising into the 50’s. Read on to find out when the warm-up arrives!

Turkey Day snow storm recap; more white stuff tonight

November 29, 2015 / Ben Castellani

The Arctic air and a prolonged period of light snow arrived as projected for America’s day of thanks. And whether you like it or not, it is here to stay for at least a few more days. We briefly recap the storm and discuss how our Thanksgiving forecast played out. We also give you the details on tonight’s snow event.

The week ahead: November 23-27, 2015

November 23, 2015 / Ben Castellani

With Turkey Day nearly upon us, this week’s forecast will feature another chance of snow and our first dose of Arctic cold air. We have high confidence that just about all of Boulder County is in store for a white Thanksgiving. Read on for all the frigid details!