My goal is to temper present current forecast interpretations and offer local PNW backcountry skiers and splitboarders on Washington Ski Guide’s perspective on El Niño.
You've probably have already checked out the seasonal snowfall projections from the NOAA Weather Prediction Center for this winter. A quick glance might deliver some less-than-ideal news for those of us craving powder. Words like "warmer than average" or "drier than normal" can easily trigger a premature bout of pre-season blues. But hold off on those travel plans to Colorado for now – I have a different perspective that might reignite your excitement for your local backcountry terrain in Washington Cascades.
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