| Enjoying a nice weekend out there with above normal temperatures and dry weather, that will change next week as we shift into more of a winter weather pattern. Low pressure off the west coast will draw considerable high cloud cover across the region today with highs in the lower 60's, southwest winds 5-15mph. As this first low moves inland to our north tonight and Monday, the marine layer could deepen enough for some drizzle, mainly on the lower coastal slopes. Cooler and breezy Monday with highs in the 40's to around 50-degrees, southwest winds 5-15mph. Our next major winter storm will aim at the area Tuesday with clouds and winds on the increase throughout the day. Cooler with highs in the 40's, southwest winds gusting 20-30mph by the afternoon with snow showers developing. Snow showers will become likely Tuesday night into Wednesday, locally windy at times. This is a fairly cold system and the snow level could drop as low as 3,000 feet where 6-12" of snow looks possible. Snow showers should taper off on Thursday, though we could experience a few more snow showers on Friday as another storm rolls through the region, details still need to be worked out with this system. However, confidence is increasing we will enter a prolonged period of cold and unsettled weather with additional storms possible over the weekend, possibly continuing into next week; winter weather watches will likely be issued later today! When traveling to the mountains during the winter months, always be prepared for rapidly changing weather conditions. Carry extra food, water, and warm clothing in the event you become stranded, and always carry chains! |
SNOW SUMMIT
