The first 8-9 days has two potentials. I think that is fairly certain as far as potential goes. We just don’t know track details.
The GEFS and GEM ensembles show you how a more Pacific pattern can still be ok. If one looks at H5 you will see more of a GOAK trough with weak ridging in west/Rockies. It’s not a great look, but it could be ok if it happens. It’s not a furnace look. Let’s hope for that.
I hope people understand the difference between relaxation and pure Pacific garbage. The EPS would argue for garbage, but I did say relaxation earlier. I’m not sold on garbage yet, but I also think it’s untruthful to say cold and snowy all month.