Ridge Runner

A chance of snow across the Sioux Empire today as we have what we call a ridge runner goin through the state. A ridge runner is basically a small system that comes into a ridge, rides up and over the ridge courtesy of the jet stream, and then back down the other side of the ridge. You can see that by the kink in the pressure lines on this map. I have circled the kink. Here is what this model is forecasting in amount of liquid precipitation.
I think this model is a bit over done on the amounts but a Northwest to Southeast orientated band of snow could definately disperse 1 to 2 inches of snow in some local spots. Looks like the majority of us wont see much if anything at all though so dont get your hopes up if you are counting on the snow. We will continue to update you on the big arctic blast expected next week, so check back in tomorrow.

~KDLT Meteorologist Cody Matz