Nevadas

Nevadas is the plural form of the Spanish noun nevada, which refers to a snowfall or a snowfall event, and by extension to snow on the ground. In weather reporting and climatology, nevadas describe occurrences of snow, as well as accumulations that affect landscapes, transportation, and daily life in regions prone to winter precipitation. The term is commonly used in Spanish-speaking countries and in regions with mountain climates where snow cover is seasonal.

In meteorological and hydrological contexts, nevadas are tracked to assess avalanche risk, water resource input from snowmelt, and conditions for winter tourism. The frequency, intensity, and timing of nevadas contribute to seasonal planning for communities, ski areas, and infrastructure. Nevadas can vary widely by elevation, latitude, and weather patterns, leading to different snow-pack dynamics and surface conditions across affected areas.

Etymology and usage notes: nevada derives from the verb nevar, meaning to snow, and is related to the Spanish word for snow itself. The related toponym Nevada, used in the United States to name the state, comes from the phrase Sierra Nevada, meaning snow-covered mountains. Nevadas is not a standard proper noun in geography, but rather a plural noun in ordinary usage; it may appear in literature or poetic contexts to reference multiple snowfall events or snow-covered landscapes.