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UPDATED: Wednesday, January 28, 2015, 2:30pm

Summary:

Beyond a few clouds that covered the region yesterday, the small system that moved through failed to bring any relief with the drought.  Tahoe resorts picked up a few inches of snow, but nothing more than a cosmetic dusting.  The second half of the work week will bring sunny skies with highs in the low 60’s and lows in the 40’s to the Bay Area.  Surf around the region is fun sized and clean with head high surf and clean conditions at most breaks.

Around Tahoe:

Squaw and Alpine both reported 4 inches of new snow from the small system that came through yesterday, a pittance compared to the huge snow deficit that we’re experiencing and it was the only measurable snowfall of the month.  Some snow is better than no snow and it sure made the mountains look great:

A dry pattern has returned and the next few days will bring sunny skies and highs near 50 to the Tahoe Sierra.  The wait continues for a big storm...

For more Tahoe snow details, check out the Tahoe Daily Snow and follow Tahoe Weather on Facebook.

Backcountry Conditions from the Sierra Avalanche Center:

LOW avy danger prevails the backcountry.  Below 8000ft. coverage is minimal.  Check the full report for observations and details.

Hike and Bike Conditions Around the Bay:

The dry pattern means great weather around the Bay Area will prevail.  Highs for the rest of the week will be in the low 60’s with cool morning lows in the upper 40’s.  Sunny skies will dominate, so be sure to eat lunch outside or go for a run in the middle of the day if you can.  The weekend’s looking stellar too, perfect for the upcoming Cataract Falls Hike in Marin.

Surf Around the Region:  

The surf out at Ocean Beach and in Pacifica is great right now.  If you can, drop your work, grab your board and start riding the head high beauties coming in.  Waves should remain in the good quality range through tomorrow before onshore winds and a short period swell arrive, chopping things up a bit.  Don’t forget that the Learn to Surf Series starts next month on Feb 22 in Pacifica!  Sign up now!

Sunrise/Sunset and Tidal Information:

January 28, 2015

Sunrise: 7:15am/ Sunset: 5:30pm

High Tide: 6:01am at 6.2ft/ 19:48 at 4.2ft

Low Tide: 13:00am at 0.5ft

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