Central Idaho Mountain Weather

Central Idaho Mountain Weather I'm a professional mountain guide from Hailey, Idaho. Tune in for forecasts about snow, rain, wind, t-storms and fire weather.

I want to bring a personalized forecast that focuses on our area and what to expect if you are going to play in the mountains.

07/19/2025

🔥 Big day on the fires — both the Rush and Big Bear fires saw major growth today.

💨 Tomorrow’s forecast brings even more wind, so expect another active fire day.

Stay safe and stay tuned for updates.

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07/18/2025

⚡️Afternoon thunderstorms are likely today across the Boulders, Pios, and Lost Rivers thanks to monsoonal moisture.

💨 A dry cold front sweeps in tomorrow bringing gusty winds — but no rain or thunder.

☀️ Cooler, drier weather takes over through the weekend before changes return early next week.

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07/16/2025

7/16 Rush/Big Bear Fire Update

07/16/2025

☀️ Sunny & Cooler Today
Temps drop a bit today thanks to yesterday’s cold front. Expect mostly clear skies with just a hint of smoke in the Sawtooth Valley before it clears out with the winds.

🌫️ Thursday: Smoke from the Cram Fire in Oregon could drift in and bring hazier skies.

⛈️ Friday: Monsoonal moisture returns, bringing a chance for isolated thunderstorms in the mountains. Stay alert if you're headed out!

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07/15/2025

🗺️ We finally got maps!

🔥 The Big Bear Fire continues to grow slowly on its north, west, and south flanks. Still burning at a low to moderate rate with no large plumes yet.

🚨 Crews have installed pumps and sprinklers at Blacky Foster Cabin and Arctic Creek Lodge as a precaution in case the fire moves north (downstream on the Main) or jumps the river to the east.

🔥 Over on the Rush Fire, a handline has been built (looks like to the south) as the first line of defense for ’s Taylor Wilderness Research Station. That fire is spreading slower, but still working toward the facility.

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07/14/2025

🔥 Fire Update 🔥
The Big Bear Fire continues to grow slowly to the south, west, and north—mostly away from the Main Fork of the Salmon. It could pick up today with increased winds, but recent burn scars in its path should help limit spread.

The Rush Fire is showing even less activity, with minimal growth expected due to sparse timber and lighter fuels in that area.

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07/14/2025

⛈️ Afternoon thunderstorms are possible in the Pios and Lost Rivers today and tomorrow.

A closed low dropping down from Canada will bring more widespread storms to the WRV on Tuesday.

Temps cool off midweek before drier, warmer air returns to wrap up the work week.

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07/11/2025

🔥 New fires near the Middle Fork and Salmon Rivers could send some smoke into the Sawtooth Valley tonight.

Otherwise, we're under high pressure—expect mostly sunny skies, dry conditions, and low humidity ahead. ☀️

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07/09/2025

Expect temps similar to yesterday 🌡️ with scattered evening thunderstorms 🌩️. Outflow winds could bring gusts of 40-60 mph 🌬️ near storm activity.

A Red Flag Warning 🚨 is in effect just south of the Central Mountains 🏔️.

A ridge is building in, bringing calmer weather through the weekend! 🌞

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07/04/2025

🎆 Happy 4th of July!

Kicking off the day with moderate to heavy rain, but skies should clear in time for the City of Hailey Days of the Old West Parade at NOON. ☀️🎈

That midday clearing could fire up afternoon thunderstorms, so keep your eyes on the sky! ⛈️

Good news: things look to calm down before evening fireworks. 🎇

Plan for rain and seek shelter if you hear thunder — when it roars, go indoors! ⚡️👂

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07/02/2025

Monsoonal moisture is sparking some isolated thunderstorms in the northern mountains today. ⚡

A cold front moves in tomorrow, bringing more scattered storms to the region. 🌩️

The 4th of July is shaping up to be WET with a stationary front hanging over us. Expect rain mainly before noon, followed by an uptick in afternoon thunderstorms. 🌧️ Keep an eye on the skies if you’ve got plans for Independence Day!

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06/30/2025

Hot and sunny today! 🌞

The heat sticks around through Wednesday, with afternoon thunderstorms possible in the Sawtooth Valley on Tuesday. ⛈️

Storm chances ramp up Wednesday afternoon and linger through the weekend. Stay weather-aware if you're heading to the mountains! 🏔️⚡️

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