SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – It is going to be breezy today, then much cooler with rain and snow showers tonight into Monday. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a Winter Weather Advisory starting at midnight Sunday, and ending Monday at 8:00 p.m.
Snow levels will remain near and above 6000 feet, with snow accumulations mainly limited to passes above 7000 feet due to the recent warmth and late-March sun angle. The only exception will be early Monday morning, where light, slushy accumulations may occur as low as 6000 feet.
* WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 10 inches of heavy wet snow above 7000 feet with locally higher amounts along the Sierra Crest in Alpine and Mono Counties. Below 7000 feet, prepare for wet roads and a mix of rain and snow with accumulations less than 4 inches Monday morning on non-paved and elevated surfaces. Sierra ridge winds gusting near 80 mph Sunday night. South Lake Tahoe could expect about 1 inch.
* WHERE…Greater Lake Tahoe Area and Mono County.
* IMPACTS…Plan on wet and/or snow-covered road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…There is a 10 to 20 percent chance of thunderstorms Monday, lightning poses a risk to ski lift operations.