As the fall takes hold across the United States and skiers and snowboarders everywhere start to get more and more antsy for the winter season, everyone’s favorite mountain weather meteorologist Chris Tomer is back in action with his daily mountain weather updates. While it certainly feels quite a bit too warm for snowfall, Tomer is pointing out a chance of very light snow in some of the country’s highest mountains.
Chris Tomer’s Mountain Forecast
Chris Tomer’s mountain weather update is looking like it could be quite a positive for snow lovers. Initially, two to three strong cold fronts, drawing in monsoon moisture, will likely deliver light snow to high elevations (13,000–14,000 feet) in Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, southwest Montana, the high Uintas, and Wind Rivers. Specifically, snowfall will occur around September 11–12, 16–17, and 21–22, with up to 2–6 inches accumulating at the highest peaks. Low-pressure systems and jet stream dips from the Pacific Northwest drive these conditions.
Meanwhile, improved air quality reflects lower smoke concentrations in Utah, Colorado, and Wyoming. Additionally, satellite imagery and atmospheric models reveal rising moisture and humidity, especially around September 11–12 in Colorado’s San Juan Mountains, where freezing levels hover at 13,000–14,000 feet. This forecast matches early fall patterns, with light snow targeting the highest elevations.
About Chris Tomer
Chris Tomer is a Denver based meteorologist who works for WeatherNation TV. Previously he worked at KDVR FOX-31 and KWGN Channel 2 in Denver for 20 years. Tomer earned a B.S. in Meteorology from Valparaiso University, graduating with honors. He’s fully certified, earning the CBM and NWA Seal’s of Approval, in addition to serving on the NWA panel of Television Seal evaluators.
Tomer specializes on Mountain Meteorology, taking his hobbies (which include climbing, trail running, mountain biking, and skiing) into his work. He has 20 years of professional meteorology consulting experience, working with over 500 clients climbing and skiing peaks around the world. His jobs have included all of the 8000 meter peaks, the Snow Leopard Peaks, Denali, and much more.
