Winter has officially arrived in Utah, coinciding with the long holiday weekend. The state's mountainous regions are expected to receive significant snowfall, with forecasts indicating accumulations ranging from 6 to 12 inches across much of the higher terrain by early Sunday. The upper Cottonwoods and the Bear River Range may experience localized totals approaching two feet. Meanwhile, lower valleys along the Wasatch Front have seen rain, while snow has been reported on the benches. As the night progresses into early Sunday, there remains a good possibility of measurable snow, but valley floors are predicted to receive less than an inch. Currently, the first storm system is making its way through Utah, bringing light snow to the mountains and rain to lower elevations. This precipitation is expected to become more scattered as the afternoon unfolds, with total accumulations likely trending towards the lower end of initial expectations. A second, colder system is anticipated to affect northern Utah tonight into early Sunday, lowering snow levels down to valley floors as temperatures drop rapidly. Although the moisture with this system is limited, it could provide enough precipitation for light accumulations in the valleys, with lake-enhanced snow presenting a low-confidence variable. As temperatures are expected to cool back to near or slightly below seasonal averages this weekend, conditions will stabilize early next week as drier weather begins to dominate. High pressure building over the region may lead to quieter weather conditions, though valley inversions could prevent lower elevations from warming considerably. There are early indications of another potential pattern change later in the week, but current confidence in this forecast remains low. Residents are encouraged to stay informed about the evolving weather situation.