Half of what we usually have this time of year.
Observation: Anchorage is in an extended drought for snow with about half what we usually have this time of year. The high pressure system has kept Anchorage cold and clear for weeks, but left us short of snow for recreation and for insulating the ground. Ice skating has been fine but the ski trails are thin and rocky making for delayed Nordic ski season. This makes this and some other Anchoragites grumpy.However, the driving conditions have been good and the trails for walking and running are excellent. Mike Brubaker
Media:
Alaska Publc Media, (2012-11-19) Anchorage Snow Totals Well Below Average by Annie Feidt, she writes, "November is usually the second snowiest month in Anchorage, but this year, snow totals are well below average. So far, only about three inches of snow has fallen in the city. November usually sees an average of seven inches by now, with a total of a little more than 13 inches for the month. National Weather Service Meteorologist Dave Snider says total snowfall for the season is also well below normal." APRN – Anchorage
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