Snow Showers Likely For Some Around WNC Late Saturday & Into Sunday

Models continue to refine a somewhat wintry solution for the mountains of WNC into Saturday evening as an Upper Level Low is set to push through the area. Snow will mainly stay confined to the higher elevations along the NC/TN border, but a few snow showers could breaking containment and even pushing into the Downtown Asheville area. Below you can see a map I have produced indicated(red circle) where I think the best chance for snowfall will be at.

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What Do Models Show?

Both the GFS and Euro show some amount of backside moisture that will be available, but the GFS is somewhat more bullish. Below you can see the GFS precipitation depiction around 8pm on Saturday night.

GFS Precipitation Depiction Saturday Night Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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The European model does not bring thorough the amount of moisture that the GFS shows, but it does still have some backside northwest flow action. Below is the depiction of the European model at the same time frame.

Euro Precipitation Depiction Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

from the above map, you can see that this will not be a very impactful event for most. Locations above 3500’ could see up to 3” of accumulation through Sunday afternoon though. Temperatures during the day on Sunday will be mild and only reach into the mid 40’s. Then my eyes turn to another system that is expected to affect WNC on Tuesday Morning.

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Another Front Pushes Through On Tuesday/Wednesday

Looking ahead, some models indicate that a chance for some overrunning precipitation could occur, and that would increase snowfall chances around WNC. The GFS indicates that this front end thumb could be possible, but the European model is somewhat warmer at the onset of precipitation. What you need to know is that I have my eye on the timeframe, and will update you if necessary regarding this second system.

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Snow Showers Possible Saturday & Into Sunday Around Portions of WNC

An Upper Level Low will likely move through the mountain of WNC on Saturday afternoon, bringing with it the chance for snow showers for many around the area. Models are still refining a solution, but it does appear possible that many locations near the NC/TN border could see snow showers. This would include the Downtown Asheville area. Below you can see the most recent GFS model depiction at 6pm on Saturday evening.

GFS Precipitation Depiction Saturday Evening Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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As you can see, there could me some mixing issues in the lower valleys, but elevations above 3000’ especially along the NC/TN border stand the best chance of seeing accumulation. Lets compare that with what the European models show for a similar time frame.

Euro Precipitation Depiction Early Sunday AM Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Will Snow Accumulate

A dusting could be possible north of I-40, but the best chance for accumulating snowfall will be above 3000’ within 15 miles of the NC/TN border. Below you can see a map that I have produced showing where I think that snow showers will be most likely at this point in time. These topographical maps will be a new way that I display my thoughts on some weather events.

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Not Everyone Will See Snow Showers

Locations along the Blue Ridge Escarpment typically do not see more than a flurry or two from system like this. Also the direction that the Upper Level Low will move through WNC is not conducive for snowfall around the Escarpment. Locations along the Escarpment include Brevard, Rosman, Hendersonville, Flat Rock ect. Unfortunately for snow lovers in these areas, this will not be moving in from the Gulf, which is typically where snow moves in for these locations.

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Rain Moves In Thursday

A frontal passage will occur on Thursday before the Upper Level Low moves through, and that will bring with it the chance for over a half inch of rainfall thru Saturday AM. This does not appear to be a washout by any means, but it will moisten the ground again around WNC. The main focus though will be on how quickly the temperature drops on the backside as the sun sets Saturday afternoon. Check back soon for another update as more data comes in regarding the progression of the Upper Level Low.

Rainfall Expected To End Weekend Around WNC, Then Cold Shots Return Next Week

After a near record high for Christmas Day around WNC, another front will bring rainfall to the area late this weekend and into early next week. The next threes days though (Thursday, Friday & Saturday) should be beautiful days with highs in the upper 50’s & low 60’s, so get out and enjoy them because a pattern change is coming. Below you can see the most recent Nam 3km temperature depiction for this afternoon (Thursday) and temps could push close to 60 degrees or even higher in some locations! The next two days will be choice days to take down Christmas lights!!

Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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With highs expected in the upper 50’s and low 60’s it will feel very unseasonable around WNC! This theme will continue through Saturday. Then a strong low pressure will get its act together moving across the Midwest. As the pressure drops over the Great Lakes, severe weather could be possible late Sunday evening. In fact I wouldn’t be surprised to hear a few rumbles of thunder around WNC late Sunday. That will soon be followed by several individuals proclaiming that snow will follow in the next 10 days.

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Heavy Rain Expected Sunday Night

As this low pressure deepens around the Great Lakes, the chances for severe weather around WNC will increase. Below you can see a depiction of what the most recent GFS shows timing wise when the system moves in. As you can see, this model shows the heaviest of rain moving in late Sunday evening and persisting through the early hours of Monday around WNC.

GFS Courtesy of TropicalTidbits.com

How Much Rainfall Is Expected?

Around an inch for most areas looks possible through Monday morning, but isolated locations in SW WNC like Murphy could see higher totals. As this front approaches from the Southwest, excesses moisture will be strained out along those SW WNC locations in the tip of NC. Below you can compare both the Euro and GFS precipitation totals through Tuesday. Both indicate around 1” of precipitation is possible.

GFS Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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ECMWF Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

From the images you can see that the GFS is somewhat more bullish on the amount of precipitation that will fall. The Euro orients the heaviest band of precipitation along the Blue Ridge Escarpment whereas the GFS orients the precipitation to move over the Murphy/Franklin area. Depending on where this strong banding sets up will determine who gets the most rainfall.

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High Winds/Snow Showers Likely Above 3500’ on Backside

After this front passes, winds will really pick up and gust over 30mph in many locations around WNC. As the low pressure continues to strengthen over the Great Lakes, Northwest Flow moisture will begin to move into the higher elevations of WNC. This appears to occur late Monday night and into Tuesday Morning. There are still several details that will need to be hammered down to determine how much snow is expected for the higher elevations. I will also have to dive a bit more into the details over the next few days to identify if snowflakes will indeed make it to Asheville with this flow. Check back near the end of the weekend for another update!

Excessive Rainfall In Store To End Weekend, Then Near Record High Temps On Christmas For WNC

A strong Gulf Low will develop today along the Gulf Coast, and then slowly move up the East Coast. Heavy rainfall is expected for WNC as this low pressure traverses the Southern States, and several areas could see flash flooding from this system. Below you can see the most recent NAM 3km and it shows pockets of 2”+ of rainfall all around WNC. Notice along the Blue Ridge Escarpment how there are precipitation maximums of over 5” of rainfall. That will be due to upslope Southwest flow that will really enhance as moisture is compressed when it reaches the mountains.

3km Nam Precipiation Totals Through Monday Morning Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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How Long Will The Rain Last?

Rainfall will move out early Tuesday Morning as the front exits off the Coast. Over an inch will fall for most all locations around WNC, with over 3”+ of rainfall possible in isolated locations. Locations like Brevard & Hendersonville will see more rainfall compared to Asheville, but locations around Asheville could still see 2” before Tuesday AM. Below you can see the GFS model, and it has finally came into agreement with other models that this storm will indeed push farther north. The European model showed this for several days, and now it does appear to come to fruition.

GFS Precipitation Totals Through Tuesday AM Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

Euro Shows Flooding Rainfall For WNC

The European model shows upwards of 2.5” of rainfall possible through Tuesday Morning, and that would soak an already saturated ground around WNC. Areas could experience flash flooding if this model is correct. I have my eye on short range models currently, but the fact that the Euro has upped its totals even more after leading the way with this storm is quite concerning. Below you can see the European Model through Tuesday AM.

Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Near Record Breaking Christmas Day Temperatures Possible

Large temperature swings are no stranger to WNC in late December, but it appears that warm air heading for WNC on Wednesday could nearly break a record. In 2015 the Asheville Airport reached 67 degrees, breaking the previous Christmas Day record high. Currently the GFS model indicates that temperatures could push close to 65 on Wednesday afternoon. Below you can see its depiction of temperatures around 2pm on Christmas afternoon.

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Break Out The Shorts!

Thats right, most models show WNC pushing into the mid 60’s on Christmas Day. Above was the GFS, now below you can see the European model. As you can see, it believes that things will be a bit cooler compared to the GFS, but still sees temperatures making it into the 60’s. This will feel very nice! The record as mentioned above for Christmas Day at the Asheville Airport was set in 2015 at 67 degrees. There is an outside chance that we could match that temperature.

Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Long Range Volatility

Models have shown a furnace in the long range this week, and they have also shown a significant cool down. So what does appear to be in store for the long range is a great deal of uncertainty. We could be looking at some form of Northwest flow moisture around New Years, but nothing noteworthy is on the models just yet. I will keep you informed though so check back soon for another update!

Another Round Of Rain Moves Into WNC Tuesday Morning

Rain will continue to be the theme around WNC as we progress through the early part of this week. Several areas saw close to an inch of rainfall this weekend, and another half inch+ is likely through Tuesday evening. Below you can see the most recent GFS model run that depicts how much precipitation is to be expected through early Wednesday morning.

GFS Precipitation Totals Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

GFS Precipitation Totals Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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How Much Rain Will Fall?

The European model has similar totals of rainfall through Tuesday evening, but has an even higher precipitation maximum in SW WNC compared to the GFS. I expect locations like Andrew/Murphy & Franklin to see a good portion of rainfall with totals well over 1” through Tuesday evening. The southwest flow will likely enhance this rainfall and the moisture will get squeezed out as it approached those SW WNC locations. Below is the European model precipitation totals through Wednesday AM.

ECWMF Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

ECWMF Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Will Flash Flooding Be A Concern?

For SW WNC, some locations could see flash flooding, but around the Asheville area I believe the threat for flash flooding will be minimal. This front moves through relatively quickly, so there’s really not a great amount of time to wring out the atmospheric moisture. Ponding on the roadways is possible, but streams out of their banks looks unlikely. One thing that does appear certain is that winds will pick up as the front passes.

Gusty Winds Likely Wednesday AM

Winds will really pick up around WNC as the frontal passage exits the area. Temperatures will also drop into the mid to upper 20’s around WNC on Wednesday morning. With winds gusting over 30mph in many locations and even over 50mph in the high elevations, Wednesday will not be a great day to be outside. Below you can see the GFS projected temps for Wednesday AM.

GFS Wednesday Temps Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Wind Chills In The Teens Wednesday AM

Wind chills will drop into the teens around WNC on Wednesday AM, so if you must be outside on Wednesday make sure that you are properly bundled up and that exposed skin is covered. During the afternoon Wednesday we will recover into the low 40’s, but it will still be a very brisk day. Below you can see the wind chills projected by the GFS. 17 degrees around Asheville and even colder around the Boone area!

Wind Chills Wednesday AM Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Large Uncertainty Remains For Next Weekend

There is great uncertainty as we move forward regarding the weather around WNC next weekend. The GFS has a total different solution compared to several other long range models, but it has been consistent. Right now the GFS shows a large upper level low bombing out off the NC/SC coast. Typically that would mean some form of snow for WNC. As of this mornings run, the Euro had the storm, but was much less amplified. The amplification and track will need to be watched over the next several model runs to determine if this is a legit threat next weekend. Stay tuned for more information, as we are just in the pattern recognition phase regarding the weather for next weekend.

Sleet/Freezing Rain Likely For Many In WNC Late Tonight & Early Friday AM

Models are continuing to form a consensus on where exactly the freezing temperatures set up, but it does appear that many locations along the Blue Ridge Escarpment including Hendersonville will see frozen precipitation falling late tonight & tomorrow AM. Other locations will remain as rain where surface temperatures push above freezing. There are Winter Weather Advisories out for all Blue Ridge Escarpment locations with up to .1” of ice accretion possible. That doesn’t seem like much, but it doesn’t take a lot of freezing rain to create very slick roadways. Below you can see the most recent Nam 3km model precipitation depiction at 2am early tomorrow morning. As you can see, the 3km believes that even a good portion of the French Broad River Valley will see some form of freezing precipitation fall for a short duration.

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We are not talking about a crippling ice storm here, but a glazing that could potential create an ice coating on elevated surfaces. Some accretion on roadways cannot be ruled out, and the closer you are to the Blue Ridge Escarpment.. the better the chances are for roadways to become icy. Temperatures will hover right around 30 degrees when the precipitation begins to move in, and isolated pockets of upper 20’s are where problems could really occur. Below are the Nam 3km projected temperatures at 2am as the main precipitation moves in.

Above you can see that temperatures around Hendersonville and Brevard are expected to be cooler compared to temperatures around Asheville. As you head to the SW of Asheville, temperatures jump almost 10 degrees. That is due to Cold Air Damming, or CAD. As a strong arctic high begins to retreat out into the Atlantic, the cold air that it moved in tries to hang on. When precipitation moves in, the cold air is still in place and creates icy conditions for the surface below.

3km Nam Depiction Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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That surface high will retreat as the moisture continues to move in through Friday evening, and temperatures will eventually rise above freezing for all locations around WNC.. but the cold air could be a bit more stubborn than what models show.

1” of Rainfall Expected Through Saturday

Over an inch of rainfall could be in store for WNC through Saturday as the Gulf Low pushes through the area. Some isolated flash flooding and ponding on roadways is to be expected, but nothing significant. This rain will however ruin any plans made for Saturday outside during the day. Unfortunately it doesn’t appear to let up until late Saturday night or early Sunday morning, and some locations could even switch over to snow showers as the precipitation exits.

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Snow Showers Cant Be Ruled Out Early Sunday AM

An elongated 500mb trough will set up over the mountains of WNC as the low pressure moves off the coast. This will create precipitation in Eastern TN, and that will move over the mountains of WNC eventually. High elevation locations above 3500’ should certainly see some form of snowfall form this, but I could also see some valley locations seeing snowflakes again. This feature will need to be resolved by models in more depth, but several models have been showing the potential for at least high elevation snow as the system exits. I will keep you updated on that threat as well so check back later for more information!

Freezing Rain Chances Increasing For Thursday PM/Friday AM In Some Areas Around WNC

Moisture will move in from the Gulf of Mexico beginning late Thursday night, and that moisture will collide with a strong arctic high that pushes in cold air at the surface. This high appears to be strong and located to the NE, and that could create an icy situation for portions of WNC Friday AM. Just how quickly this high retreats will determine how long that surface cold air holds on, but many locations along The Blue Ridge Escarpment cold see some form of ice accretion. As models get a handle on this solution, ill do my best to pin point where exactly the freezing rain sets up.. or if anything frozen even falls from the sky. Models like the European model really limit the chance for freezing rain and warm up the atmosphere just as precipitation moves in. Whereas other models like the Canadian show a crippling ice storm form many in Central and Piedmont NC. The areas that are most likely to see icing are the CAD areas or “Cold Air Damming” areas. Below you can see the most recent GFS model at the onset of precipitation.

GFS Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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You can see that stripe of pink right around Buncombe & Henderson County early Friday morning. Are temperatures low enough for the rain to freeze to surfaces? Will the high be strong enough to our North to push cold air over your location? Those are the questions that will need to be answered over the next 48-60 hours as short range models begin to get ahold of the solution. Right now there is so much disparity among surface temperatures as precipitation begins, that’s its hard to make any determination about what will fall. Below you can see the Canadian model, and the widespread icing that it depicts.

GEM Model Forecast For Friday AM Courtesy of Tropicaltidbits.com

What this model shows would cause serious problems, but currently it is the outlier and is the most extreme. Thankfully!

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Will Locations In SW NC See Icing

No.. In general locations West of Jackson County see limited icing because the surface cold air is blocked by higher mountain peaks. In fact, many valley locations in Jackson County miss out on these type icing events. Locations around Cashiers & Highlands could see a bit of freezing rain being right on the Blue Ridge Escarpment, but I am more concerned about locations to the east.

Locations Where Icing Would Be Likely If It Occurs

Locations right along the Blue Ridge Escarpment are the ones who need to pay attention to this system the most. After an arctic front blast through over the next two days, precipitation will build in and move over frozen surface temps. Depending on just how cold that surface air is will determine if the precipitation falls as sleet, freezing rain, or just plain rain. If you live in Old Fort, Marion, Morganton, Rutherfordton and surrounding locations on the Blue Ridge Escarpment you have the best chance for seeing ice accretion. Below you can see the GFS surface temperatures as the man precipitation moves in. These are very borderline, and if they trend just a tad bit colder this system could be problematic.

Friday AM surface temps courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Why Will This Not Be Snow?

As this moisture moves in from the South, so does a warm nose of air aloft. That warmth aloft will melt snow as it falls through that layer. A strong high pressure to the Northeast will funnel in air below the warm nose aloft, and that has the chance to refreeze the falling precipitation. Depending on how deep the frozen layer is will determine if the hydrometer refreezes into sleet or stays supercooled and freezes on contact with the surface. With that warm nose aloft, it’s really difficult for snowflakes to make it through without a bunch of dry air in between.

Uncertainty Remains

These freezing rain/sleet systems are very difficult to forecast, and can result in frozen precipitation falling in one valley, with temps in the upper 30’s in another valley 5 miles away. I will do my best to prepare you for what to expect so stick with Ashevillewx and I will have you prepared for whatever nature sends toward WNC!

Threat For Wintry Weather Around WNC Late Next Week Increasing

After several calm days around WNC, a pattern change will bring with it the chance for wintry precipitation late next week. An arctic front will move through the area on Tuesday night/Wednesday AM bringing with it the chance for high elevation (above 3500’) snow showers, then another system could move in on its tail end. This is where the models differ greatly. Below you can see the most recent GFS model run and it shows a shortwave system moving into a strong high pressure that is situated to our NE. The result is a wintry mix at the onset of precipitation.

GFS Precipitation Depiction Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Another GFS View Courtesy of TropicalTidbits.com

Differing Model Solutions

The European model on the other hand really holds back the shortwave and doesn’t allow it to plow into the high pressure like the GFS has shown for the past few runs. Below you can see the most recent European model run.

Euro Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

As it suppresses the wave, there is no real development that occurs onshore. The Euro keys on the second wave that could affect WNC next weekend. So there area basically two camps of where the models sit.

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Wintry Pattern Setting Up

Regardless of what occurs on Thursday and into Friday, a wintry pattern appears to be setting up in the long range with ridging occurring to our North out the the Atlantic. This will turn storms up the coast, allowing them to go negative tilt easier. So in turn, more cold air on the backside will be available, along with more lift. I believe that we will track several storms through the end of December, so make sure you are checking back with AshevilleWX frequently! I’ll have a video update regarding this system sometime tomorrow!

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Snow Showers Move Into WNC Tonight, Accumulation Likely Even In Valley Areas

Here is my most recent updated snowfall map as we progress toward this event. I have upped my totals for many around Buncombe County as I now believe that even portions of Enka and Bent Creek will see accumulating snowfall (1”-3”). This could extend all the way down to theAsheville Airport, but I am just not certain at this moment. Locations above 3500’ all around WNC could see over 5” of snowfall from this strong Upper Level Low so please use caution when traveling around the area tomorrow. Winds will gust over 40mph in some valley locations even around Asheville through tomorrow evening, and power outages could be possible. All around it looks to be a nasty day around WNC tomorrow.

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Latest Wind Maps

Below is the latest Nam3km projected wind gusts late tomorrow afternoon. You can see that the winds will be gusting over 40mph in many locations. That will enhance the flow and could allow flurries/snow showers to continue around the area through Monday evening. Please be careful traveling around the area!

3km Nam wind gusts courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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AshevilleWX Projected Snowfall Totals Thru Dec 2nd From Northwest Flow Snow In WNC

Here is my projected snowfall accumulation map for WNC as a strong Upper Level Low moves into the area with backside northwest flow moisture. This is an extremely complicated setup, but I wanted to give you an idea of what my thoughts are regarding accumulation around the area! Snow showers will begin around 6-8pm in the highest elevations, and those flakes may not make it down into the valleys around Asheville until early tomorrow morning. Depending on how much lift is associated with this upper level low, will determine just how far the flakes are being pushed out of the higher elevations.

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When Will Snow Begin?

This is a tough question, and will vary depending on your location and proximity to the NC/TN border. I expect elevations above 4000’ to begin to see snowfall sometime later this evening. My best guess it 6-8pm. For Asheville, it appears a lobe of vorticity will move through the mountains early Monday morning, and that will be one shot for accumulation. This flow will continue for over 24 hours, and I expect it to pick back up as the sun sets on Monday. Meaning that there will be a couple of chance for accumulation around Asheville. For locations like Waynesville, look for a few flurries tonight, then a better chance around 5-6am tomorrow morning. Below you can see the most recent Nam 3km, and it extends the flow in some locations into Tuesday morning.

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3km Nam Radar Depiction Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

Could Elevations Above 5000’ See More Than 8”

It is very possible that some location rakes in around a foot of snow from this event. Clingmans Dome, Roan Mountain, and even Mount Mitchell are prime locations for Northwest Flow snow and will really get hammered this evening and tomorrow. Below you can see the most recent snowfall map from the 3km Nam and it maxes out at 24” in the highest elevations. I usually like to cut that max in half, so a foot seems possible somewhere.

3km Nam accumulation map courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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High Winds Expected Gusts Over 40MPH Possible Around Asheville

Winds with this front will really pick up, and could gust over 40mph in some valley locations around WNC. Higher elevation locations could see gusts as strong as 65mph, and that could be accompanied with snow showers! Below you can see the most recent Nam 3km wind gust depiction at 11am tomorrow morning. Tomorrow will be a nasty day around WNC. Check back later this evening for a live update regarding the most recent model information!

3km Nam wind gusts courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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