Re: March 4-5, 2015 Storm - Final Call/Obs

by Biggin23 Thu Mar 05, 2015 4:58 pm

Should make 10 easy looking at the radar

by **Math23x7** Thu Mar 05, 2015 4:59 pm

CPK now reporting 7" as of 4 PM putting it at 42" on the season, the 31st snowiest season on record.

by Angela0621 Thu Mar 05, 2015 5:01 pm

Snowing very heavy here in eatontown nj. Probably 7 or 8 on the ground already

by Flurries Thu Mar 05, 2015 5:03 pm

I am not sure what I will do if I am not following everyone on this board! You mean I have to talk to my husband? Surprised

Thanks to the experts here -- I have a nice cache of weather knowledge thanks to you all.

by **Frank_Wx** Thu Mar 05, 2015 5:08 pm

Looks like more redevelopment taking place in NEPA. While the bulk of the snow should end over the next 1-2 hours, linger snow showers possible until 7-8pm

March 4-5, 2015 Storm - Final Call/Obs - Page 41 Inxr1Kphla_h

March 4-5, 2015 Storm - Final Call/Obs - Page 41 Inxr1Kphla_h

by elkiehound Thu Mar 05, 2015 5:09 pm

Ok... You can make it stop now.

by **mako460** Thu Mar 05, 2015 5:22 pm

still dumping here. at last check it was 8.1 inches. if it it keeps going could make double digits

by **docstox12** Thu Mar 05, 2015 5:22 pm

Frank_Wx wrote:I have to run off until 9pm or 10pmish tonight. What I will say is this:

1. Mom back in Cranford is saying between 8-9" of snow accumulated. She may be worse than the Zookeeper, so if someone could verify that, it would be appreciated (I think it's still snowing there, though)

2. My excitement for this storm propelled last night when I released a blog showing the drastic differences models took to get to where we are today. The mid and upper levels aligned almost perfectly to deliver a general 6-10" snowfall for the NYC Metro, NJ, east PA (not including NEPA), and southern CT areas. I will not be surprised to see a report of 10"+ somewhere within those areas.

3. There were sharp cut-offs, much sharper than I expected, to the N&W. As good as radar seemingly looked, there was an area of dry air in the upper atmosphere that consumed much of the moisture. Not enough forcing was able to make it that far north. For that reason, my final call snow map busted for most of you guys and I apologize for that. In fact, if everything on my snow map shifted about 50-70 miles to the south & east, it would have verified 100%. That said, NWS and local Mets were late to the party once again busting too low for most of us.

4. This may or may not have been our last winter event of the season. If it was, I want to thank you all for participating and being a part of the NJ Strong Wx family. I know some people like to take off once the weather gets warm - and somewhat boring. We have had a couple of get together's already and I look forward to having more and meeting new people.

You did a great job again Frank.How the heck could you predict dry air up north, not possible.

Don't worry about the warm weather drop off, I will make OTI so full of laughs they will all stay tuned,LOL!

Don't give up on winter yet, Doc had a great write up in the long range on something possible in March and the way this season has gone, I wouldn't put it past not happening.

by Guest Thu Mar 05, 2015 5:23 pm

Frank_Wx wrote:I have to run off until 9pm or 10pmish tonight. What I will say is this:

1. Mom back in Cranford is saying between 8-9" of snow accumulated. She may be worse than the Zookeeper, so if someone could verify that, it would be appreciated (I think it's still snowing there, though)

2. My excitement for this storm propelled last night when I released a blog showing the drastic differences models took to get to where we are today. The mid and upper levels aligned almost perfectly to deliver a general 6-10" snowfall for the NYC Metro, NJ, east PA (not including NEPA), and southern CT areas. I will not be surprised to see a report of 10"+ somewhere within those areas.

3. There were sharp cut-offs, much sharper than I expected, to the N&W. As good as radar seemingly looked, there was an area of dry air in the upper atmosphere that consumed much of the moisture. Not enough forcing was able to make it that far north. For that reason, my final call snow map busted for most of you guys and I apologize for that. In fact, if everything on my snow map shifted about 50-70 miles to the south & east, it would have verified 100%. That said, NWS and local Mets were late to the party once again busting too low for most of us.

4. This may or may not have been our last winter event of the season. If it was, I want to thank you all for participating and being a part of the NJ Strong Wx family. I know some people like to take off once the weather gets warm - and somewhat boring. We have had a couple of get together's already and I look forward to having more and meeting new people.

Frank this forum is the best and you do a great job buddy. I SAY WE DO MONTHLY GET TOGETHERS!!!! 9.5" here in Syosset. It snowed HARD the last hour. Real cold out, dry powdery snow. Looks like one more heavy 30 minute burst. I'll get to 10" cheers

by **mako460** Thu Mar 05, 2015 5:24 pm

it's going to happen on St. Patty's day, one last hurrah for Erin go Braugh!

by **RJB8525** Thu Mar 05, 2015 5:28 pm

took the dog out for a walk..he got lost in the snow he's a small guy..topped 8"

by dsvinos Thu Mar 05, 2015 5:31 pm

Measuring 8" in Marlboro, NJ.....and it's still snowing!! Shocked

by Biggin23 Thu Mar 05, 2015 5:36 pm

What about the huge band getting ready to reach EPA....is it going to be the grand finale for us or will it die out before it gets here?

by **Quietace** Thu Mar 05, 2015 5:41 pm

9.5 so far

by **RJB8525** Thu Mar 05, 2015 5:41 pm

holy crap

NEW YORK COUNTY...
CENTRAL PARK 7.0 400 PM 3/05 CENTRAL PARK ZOO

it has been done. we conquered

by **Scullybutcher** Thu Mar 05, 2015 5:43 pm

RJB8525 wrote:holy crap

NEW YORK COUNTY...
CENTRAL PARK 7.0 400 PM 3/05 CENTRAL PARK ZOO

it has been done. we conquered

Until next year

by **Math23x7** Thu Mar 05, 2015 5:45 pm

Just went out and did another measurement: 8". And it's still snowing. When it stops I plan to do one more measurement.

by **snow247** Thu Mar 05, 2015 5:47 pm

I may be wrong, but that last area of snow in EPA will produce for us all, even northern guys, sun has set, temps are dropping fast, and it looks good on radar.

by **algae888** Thu Mar 05, 2015 5:49 pm

been snowing for the last several hours with the second wave coming to an end now picked up another inch or so at least 7 inches here.

by **NjWeatherGuy** Thu Mar 05, 2015 5:52 pm

Seems like 8-9" or maybe more here, very impressed so far and another band of light/mod coming or so it seems

by **CPcantmeasuresnow** Thu Mar 05, 2015 5:52 pm

Scullybutcher wrote:
RJB8525 wrote:holy crap

NEW YORK COUNTY...
CENTRAL PARK 7.0 400 PM 3/05 CENTRAL PARK ZOO

it has been done. we conquered

Until next year

We can't declare victory today yet.

The 7.0 inches was as of 4PM and it snowed moderately for an hour and a half after that. If they don't update the 7.0 inches on the next update it's the SOS.

by **NjWeatherGuy** Thu Mar 05, 2015 5:55 pm

Actually walking on deck seems like 10", need to find a ruler.

by **GreyBeard** Thu Mar 05, 2015 6:02 pm

Snow just stopped here in Nassau County. Temp down to 20°. Gonna be a cold night ahead. Great job as always Frank. Thumbs up

by **weatherwatchermom** Thu Mar 05, 2015 6:02 pm

Quietace wrote:9.5 so far

is your avitar the point pleasant canal?

by Guest Thu Mar 05, 2015 6:17 pm

All done hear in Syosset. Just about 10". A hair under we need one more 20 minute burst for that extra1/4 inch. Great storm. Had fun today. Now time to snow blow.

by **skinsfan1177** Thu Mar 05, 2015 6:23 pm

Ace has got us at 9.5 still ripping here Very Happy

by **Quietace** Thu Mar 05, 2015 6:37 pm

weatherwatchermom wrote:
Quietace wrote:9.5 so far
is your avitar the point pleasant canal?

Yeah the Rt 88 bridge

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