Heavy Mountain Snow in Cascades & Siskiyous Expected

Heavy Mountain Snow in Cascades & Siskiyous Expected

Winter Storm Watch upgraded to Winter Storm Warning
A storm with a significant amount of moisture will bring moderate to heavy mountain snow to the Cascades, mountains in Western Siskiyou County, and possibly portions of the East Side Saturday night into at least Monday morning.

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Red Flag Warning & Air Quality Alert for July 22nd

Red Flag Warning & Air Quality Alert for July 22nd

Isolated to scattered thunderstorms likely this afternoon and evening, mostly from the Siskiyous south and Cascades east south of Lake of the Woods. Lightning and high fire danger will likely result in new fire starts. Gusty thunderstorm winds could contribute to fire spread. Despite rainfall, initial attack resources could be overwhelmed and holdover fires are possible.

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Snow Tonight Through Thursday, Single Digits Thursday Night

Snow Tonight Through Thursday, Single Digits Thursday Night

Yet another low pressure system will move in from the north tonight into Thursday bringing snow to most of the area. Snow will arrive from northwest to southeast late tonight/early Thursday morning.

See the timelines in the graphic. Once again, the highest accumulations are likely to occur in the mountains, but also the passes along Interstate 5.

A burst of snow during the morning commute could also cause a period of reduced visibility and slippery, snow covered roads over the west side valleys. So, be prepared for wintry travel conditions and be sure to check road conditions before venturing out. 

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Arctic Front to Bring Wintry Conditions - Snow From Beaches to Mountains

Arctic Front to Bring Wintry Conditions - Snow From Beaches to Mountains

An arctic front will make it’s way through the area late tonight, bringing widespread precipitation with it. A very cold air mass will follow and showers will also continue through Sunday into Monday afternoon.

Snow levels will fall to west side valley floors [Rogue Valley] late tonight, remaining there through Monday. All area passes will be affected by accumulating snow and even the beaches will likely see some snow accumulations Sunday into Monday.

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Winter Weather Advisory Remains in Effect until 10PM Tonight

Winter Weather Advisory Remains in Effect until 10PM Tonight

WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS EVENING

Snow occurring. Plan on difficult travel conditions,including during the morning commute. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 9 inches, with localized amounts up to 12 inches, are expected today.

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Winter Storm Watch & High Wind Warning Issued

Winter Storm Watch & High Wind Warning Issued

Another fairly strong frontal system in the recent parade will arrive Tuesday with increasing southerly winds for many areas. Significant rainfall is expected at lower elevations Tuesday through Wednesday, with significant snowfall expected for elevations above 3500 to 4000 feet Wednesday. While model guidance continues to waiver on day to day precipitation amounts and the strength of individual frontal systems, there is increasing confidence that unsettled weather with more frontal systems will generally continue into early next week. Stay tuned for more details and updates through the next week!

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Winter Weather Advisory: Until 11/3 3:30 AM

Winter Weather Advisory: Until 11/3 3:30 AM

Snow levels will drop to between 4000 and 4500 feet Thursday night into Friday morning. Expect 8-12 inches of snow over the Cascades near Crater Lake with 6-8 inches as far south as Lake of the Woods and perhaps upper portions of Mt. Ashland ski road.

With cold air arriving, rain will change to snow east of the Cascades (primarily north of Highway 140). A few inches of snow are possible along highway 97 north of Chiloquin, up around Chemult.

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