• It is notoriously difficult to research winter precipitation in the mountains because it can vary over the course of minutes and across short distances.

• Scientists need real-time help tracking changes between rain, snow, and mixed precipitation.

• You can submit valuable weather observations in just a few seconds through the Mountain Rain or Snow app. 

Every report you send adds to a growing dataset that helps researchers understand how precipitation changes across different elevations, regions, and seasons. These data are used by:

1. Scientists studying climate and weather patterns

2. Meteorologists refining precipitation models

3. Agencies improving winter storm forecasting

4. Educators introducing real-world science to classrooms