We're just inside it's comparable range so only one run to compare it to but the FV3 also appears it might be slightly more favorable for timing. Northern energy held back a hair and southern energy clipping along at a better speed. I've had it in my mind the closer we can keep that northern lobe in Montana through 06z Wednesday the better the chances it will phase right. That's where the previous Euro runs had it when they were more favorable outcomes. Another couple runs with this type of shift would be ideal.

Yep I'm out by State Park Road... the pics I posted were of Lion Mountain Loop Rd. I think it's pretty typical for WF to carry snow cover from early/mid December until March, especially on the west/north sides of town like you said (also the tree cover really helps with that). But mid November is crazy. The old Whitefish weather station closed years ago and has loads of incomplete data, but managed an average of like 110-130 days of snowdepth >1" per year despite averaging only 70-75" per year. Mostly thanks to fake cold, while Cut Bank, Great Falls etc gets chinooked to death. edit: btw, if you haven't been to Whitefish recently you'd probably be blown away by all the growth on the west side, especially the State Park Rd area. Too many freaking people lol.

Yeah it actually made a move towards the Euro with the placement/timing and strength. Much closer to phasing with the southern stream than previous runs. Still doesn't quite get there though.

I worked grounds at a golf course for nearly 10yrs and a large senior community for nearly another 10yrs. It’s in my blood and I love to sit back after the hard work and appreciate it. Plus it keeps me moving and active on these dingy days. And believe me it’s not perfect like manicured homes, I don’t fertilize anything and it’s not anywhere close to perfect. It’s like a well maintained park in the woods and I love that!!