San Juan Mountains - Acceleration of Snowmelt By Dust

Acceleration of Snowmelt By Dust

Dust blown in from adjoining deserts sometimes accelerates snowmelt in the San Juans.

  • Dust Accelerates Snowmelt in the San Juan Mountains

  • 2005 (Less dust)

  • 2006 (More dust)

  • 2008 (Less dust)

  • 2009 (More dust)

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