Southern California mountains get unusual surprise due to spring storm: Snow in May

The Southern California mountains got an unexpected treat on Mother’s Day, May 9th, with a rare sighting of snow in the region. With temperatures hovering around the low 40’s, residents in the area were not too surprised to see snowflakes falling from the sky. However, for SoCal, snow in May is an extremely unusual occurrence. The last time it snowed in May was back in 2016.

With the COVID-19 pandemic impacting travel, many people had taken to the mountains to do some outdoor activities such as hiking and camping. However, the unseasonal snowfall meant that some of these activities had to be put on hold as temperatures fell to as low as 28 degrees Fahrenheit.

Despite the inconvenience caused by the sudden snowfall, many residents were still happy with the unusual occurrence. For instance, some individuals shared exciting snapshots and videos of the snow on social media platforms. On the other hand, several others pointed out that the unseasonal snowfall highlights the severity of climate change.

In conclusion, the event serves as a reminder that while places like Southern California are known for warm, sunny weather, the climate has become more unpredictable in recent times. It also shows that scientists must continue to study climatological patterns and inform residents and public officials how to prepare accordingly.