Storm statistics from our April 17th+ storm

We just went through a set of weather conditions that is very typical for Colorado in the Springtime; sunshine, snow, wind, fog, showers, thunder, thundersnow, severe thunderstorms and at least 2 tornadoes.

A couple of notes..
Initially, lots of us saw graupel. See the last post for an explanation

Many reported thunder and lightning along with the snow, and were surprised that they were getting both. In fact, thunder and lightning often accompany heavy snow, but you don't see or hear them through the power of the storm. (One study suggests that 80% of storms with heavy snow also have thunder and lightning).

Then there are the snowfall totals. I'll list a few below.

52" - Pinecliffe, a location at 9,000 feet in northern Jefferson County
22"+ - Chipita Park and Woodland Park
20"+ - High Forest Ranch (near Hodgen road and Highway 83), and Woodmoor
16"+ - Black Forest (with deep drifts)
14" - Rosita in Custer County
1" - 6" - Across the Colorado Springs Metro Area
7" - Briargate
3" - West side of Colorado Springs.

Now get ready for some sunshine!!