Imagine sweating through a heatwave one day and building snowmen the next 🌦️. That’s the wild reality Californians faced this weekend as a surprise Arctic blast from the Gulf of Alaska collided with summer temperatures, dusting mountain peaks with snow—yes, snow—in July.
🗻 Iconic spots like Yosemite National Park shut sections of highways after snowfall blanketed elevations above 9,000 feet. Locals joked about swapping flip-flops for snow boots as temps dipped to near-freezing overnight. Talk about climate plot twists! 📉🌡️
Meanwhile, firefighters continue battling wildfires across the state—a reminder that climate extremes are the new normal. ‘It’s like nature can’t decide what season it wants,’ said meteorologist Jamie Chen. ‘This cold snap is rare, but fits the pattern of unpredictable weather fueled by shifting climate systems.’ 🌍🔥
Travelers, take note: The Sierra Nevada’s summer snowscapes are Insta-worthy ❄️📸, but check road conditions before chasing that #SnowInJuly moment!
