Heavy Snow & Rain Tapering in the PNW

news image
Top Stories
7 Jan 2022 4:00 PM
Rain and snow is tapering in the northwest and northern Rockies, but not after significant snow accumulation! Totals in Washington, Idaho and Montana are well over a foot and a half in many spots. Meanwhile, along the coast, there are heavy rain and coastal flood concerns. Watch out for landslides or rockslides due to weaker soils as well as standing water on the roadway - turn around, don't drown! https://twitter.com/OregonDOT/status/1479270816772624384

Winter Alerts

Winter weather alerts are in place into Saturday. In the mountains, an additional foot of snowfall is possible where Winter Storm Warnings are in place. Lower elevations (under Winter Weather Advisories) should see totals up to 4-8", and isolated higher amounts depending on elevation. Avalanche Warnings have been issued throughout parts of the Cascades and Rockies due to a very unstable snowpack. Heavy snow, strong winds and warming temperatures leads to an increased risk of natural and human triggered avalanches in all of these locations. Strong gusty winds are expected along with this system. Winds could be sustained up to 35 mph in shaded areas, with gusts to 55-60 mph possible.

Forecast

The storm system will start to weaken as it moves eastward into interior areas of the Northwest with just a few lingering snow showers into the overnight hours. As the system weakens, rain and snow showers will become more scattered. Precipitation will come to an end on Saturday. Additional heavy snow is ahead for higher elevations from the Cascades to the Tetons. Totals could exceed another 8" in the highest elevations.

Heavy Rain

A flood watch is in effect through Saturday to account for high running rivers, creeks and streams and additional urban flooding concerns.   An additional inch of rain may be possible, but the heaviest of the wet weather has already passed. Not without leaving a mark, many spots saw 4"+ of rain in the last few days. You can always get the latest Northwest U.S. weather forecast at :50 past the hour here with us at WeatherNation.
All Weather News
More
Potentially Catastrophic Flooding Likely for the Midsouth

Potentially Catastrophic Flooding Likely for the Midsouth

Prolonged heavy rain is expected to begin Wed

2 Apr 2025 2:35 AM
FORECAST: Relentless Severe Chances This Week

FORECAST: Relentless Severe Chances This Week

Severe chances have been easy to find in the

2 Apr 2025 2:30 AM
Heavy, Wet Snow on Northern Side of Severe Weather

Heavy, Wet Snow on Northern Side of Severe Weather

NORTHERN U.S. - Winter weather alerts continu

2 Apr 2025 2:25 AM
Wet & Snowy Western Storm System Through Wednesday

Wet & Snowy Western Storm System Through Wednesday

A strong storm system continues in California

2 Apr 2025 1:10 AM
Severe Storms Leave Damage from the Midwest to the Deep South This Week

Severe Storms Leave Damage from the Midwest to the Deep South This Week

Powerful storms raced through the Midwest and

1 Apr 2025 12:16 PM
Slight Risk For Severe Storms Overnight

Slight Risk For Severe Storms Overnight

All modes of severe weather were seen Monday

1 Apr 2025 2:55 AM
Ice Storm In the Great Lakes Through New England

Ice Storm In the Great Lakes Through New England

GREAT LAKES to NORTHEAST - As the freezing li

31 Mar 2025 1:55 AM