Well we all know that an April snowstorm would not be at all unusual, and the threat of frost will still be around until well into May. But I was shocked at the amount of melting/snow disappearance that occured here in n-central MA yesterday.
The rain washed away most of the snow cover in many areas here yesterday, with the exception of the north facing areas that don't get as much direct sunlight.
The good-sized fire pond around the corner from work completely opened up in one day and as of this morning is almost ice free.
The small lake nearby is now snow free and the ice is cracked in many places. A few good days like this coming weekend is forecast could begin the process here. This lake is always about 2-4 weeks ahead of ice-out on Winni.
While the cold nights, and next 2 days, will continue to slow things, those looking at an early-to-mid-April ice-out may not be far off.
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