2017: A Year in Review
2018-01-15 11:13:40.000 – Tom Padham, Weather Observer/Education Specialist
Most memorable to me was an epic May snowstorm. Snow started on the 13th and fell heavily all day for Mother’s Day, May 14th. 22.8” fell in just 24 hours, with a 33.3″ storm-total breaking the all-time May snowstorm record over our 85-year history. The snow also fell with relatively light winds, making for huge drifts on the summit and lots of fun outside!
Other stats from 2017:
Average yearly temperature: 29.0°F
Departure from 30-year mean: +1.3°F
Lowest temperature: -35°F on March 11th
Highest temperature: 67°F on Sept 26th
Highest wind: E 138 mph on March 14th
Days with hurricane force (74+ mph) winds: 167 days (46% of the year!)
Days with 100+ mph winds: 43 days
Total Precipitation: 91.12”
Departure from mean: -5.75”
Total Snowfall: 388”
Departure from mean: +107”
Tom Padham, Weather Observer/Education Specialist
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