The Mid-Atlantic outlook is dry and sunny through Monday, with no natural snow or mixed precipitation in sight. Lower-elevation areas near Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington reach the 60s, locally upper 60s, while most ski areas see mild afternoons that will not support sustained snowmaking.
The best cold-weather signal comes overnight, especially in the northern mountains and higher terrain. Jack Frost, Big Boulder, and Sawmill could dip into the upper 20s, with several other resorts reaching the lower 30s. Snowmaking temperatures may be possible during those nights, but daytime warmth will quickly erase any gains. The higher West Virginia mountains remain cooler overall -- Snowshoe stays mainly in the low to mid-50s, while Timberline and Canaan Valley Resort run cooler than the eastern side. Expect frost and occasional valley fog, but otherwise little weather-related impact on mountain operations.
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Read at SAM MagazineNina O’Brien heads into the October 24 World Cup opener after consecutive top-11 giant-slalom seasons and a strong recovery from multiple leg fractures. Her recent Sölden results suggest she could challenge for a first individual World Cup podium.
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