Well it’s been several days since I had time for an update as it’s been a busy stretch with work. I was bummed out how last weekend’s forecast turned out, but that’s how it goes sometimes. On to our extremely busy forecast!

Tonight and Friday: Very windy and rainy. Around 1.5 to 2 inches of rain is forecast through early Saturday morning. This will lead to localized flooding especially along creeks and locations adjacent to clogged storm drains. In addition to the rain and possible flooding, winds could gust up to 45mph. I suspect we will see a number of power outages as well throughout the day.

Saturday: Scattered showers and sunbreaks including a chance for hail and brief but intense downpours similar to the ones we saw earlier this week.

Sunday: A chilly rain transitioning into showers. Highs in the low 40s. Brrrrrrrrrrr!!!!

Monday: Cold showers. A few sunbreaks at times.

Next week looks cold – especially for this time of year. No signs of any snow yet, but be sure to stay tuned for updates! Right now Tuesday and Wednesday are looking especially cold with lows in the upper 20s and highs in the low 40s, so prepare now for a solid freeze next week!

The Cascades

Our mountain passes and ski areas are going to get washed out with the wet and mild storm we have coming in now. Don’t let the “no snow” forecast trick you. Travel conditions through Friday night will be downright awful in the passes with heavy heavy rain and gusty winds. Nasty weather for sure.

Then the colder air moves in. Expect snowy passes Saturday through Monday with 12 to 20 inches falling above 2000 feet.

That’s all for now. Stay safe out there!