Snow depth has increased by 8.9 cm and water content has increased by 18.7 mm since the last readings on January 13, reports the North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority (NBMCA) which measures snow depth and water content as part of its Flood Forecasting and Warning Program.
“The top of the snow pack was quite fluffy, a result of the recent colder temps. Average snow depth for all sites is 35.9 cm (85.1% normal) and average water equivalence is 60.0 mm (72.1% normal),” said Angela Mills, NBMCA Water Resources Specialist.
In 2021, the average snow depth for the three sites was 42.6 cm and water equivalence was 85.3 mm at this time of year last year.
The amount is due to increase as we are expecting another 5 cm of snow today.
