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7 F. in Central NY, but compared to yesterday, it's not as cold--actually feels warmer without wind today. Supposed to be 45 F. for Tuesday & Wednesday. Strangest weather I've ever seen.
The situation I described is lots of snow on the ground, goes above freezing rain falls on snow (maybe even a lot), snow survives but is slushier with pools of water on top. Then afterwards goes back to below freezing, all the liquid water freezes.
Another time there was too much snow for it melt fast enough during a heavy rain storm. Water pooled and couldn't drain -> localized flooding.
Rain has stopped and the mountain is still pretty white. I always find it fascinating how the snow stays for quite a long time after a long period of subzero temperatures compared with an hour of snow which would melt straight away in rain.
It sounds as though you're talking about a proper snowpack rather than just a few centimetres of new fluff. Once snow has compacted down, it can handle the rain quite well. Winter on the nearby mountains here can see huge rainfall totals from warm fronts. A snowbase that has seen rain and freeze/thaw is more durable in rain and provides a better base, than just straight powder.
-5c after a day with brilliant sunshine which never got above freezing.
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