Winter almost always makes a usual “come back” in February, and it appears this winter will be no different. We have an active week ahead, so let’s jump into the details!

Details

Mon: Showers and sunbreaks. Downpours of rain, hail, graupel, and maybe even some sloppy wet snowflakes are all possible Monday along with a rumble of thunder or two. It will be an exciting day for sure!

Mon night – Tue: Leftover showers Monday night could bring a dusting of snow to anyone. Keep in mind the odds are very low, but do increase the higher up in elevation you are. Tuesday will be fairly gray with light rain at times and chilly with highs in the lower 40s.

Wed: Rainy and windy. Winds will likely gust 30 to up to 40mph.

Wed night – Thu: I’m watching this time frame for the potential for lower elevation snow as heavy rain stalls over the region along with cooling temperatures, and light or even calm winds. If things work out right, someone in the Willamette Valley could end up with a few inches of heavy wet snow early Thursday morning. Check for updates this week as time draws closer. For now plan on a cold rain.

Friday – Sunday: Chilly with low snow levels continuing. Showers and sunbreaks by day, and chances for some wet slushy snow at night. Any given location could pick up some snow; however, the best opportunities favor locations with some elevation.

Cascades

The map below tells the whole story. We have feet of snow coming up beginning right now and lasting all week long. Expect snowy weather when crossing the Cascades every day this week.

This map shows upwards of 5 plus feet of new snow in the Cascades now through next Sunday!!

Coast Range

Snow will effect the Coast Range quite a bit especially Monday and then again Thursday through Sunday. These passes won’t be nearly as bad as the Cascades; however, you still need to be prepared for a few inches of snow up there each of those days. Referencing the map above, I see roughly 1 to 2 feet of snow in the Coast Range this coming week.

Recap

Currently there are no slam dunks for valley snow, but we will have multiple shots at seeing wet slushy snow – especially if things line up just right. So as mentioned, keep an eye for updates as it will be a “fun” (my opinion) and wild week of weather!

Stay safe out there. 🙂