Several feet of snow expected in Cascades and Olympics
Dec 12, 2015, 8:41 AM | Updated: Dec 13, 2015, 9:54 am
(File, Associated Press)
(File, Associated Press)
The heavy wind and rain in Western Washington has taken a backseat to the snow falling in the mountains.
Rain continues to be in the forecast Sunday and Monday, but the high wind warnings have ended in Western Washington. Meanwhile, Meteorologist Cliff Mass expects several feet of snow to hit the Cascades and Olympics through Tuesday.
“Very good for skiers,” he wrote in his blog. “This period will guarantee skiing over the holiday break. And really good in increasing the snowpack for water resources next year.
Forecast and current conditions for Western Washington
After this week’s record-breaking rainfall, flood warnings remain in effect for Grays Harbor, Mason, and Thurston counties. Coastal flood advisories remain in effect for much of the region as well.
A small craft advisory is in effect until 10 p.m. in the Puget Sound and Hood Canal. The advisory means wind speeds of 21 to 33 knots, which are expected to produce hazardous wave conditions to small crafts. Inexperienced minors, especially those operating smaller vessels are asked to avoid navigating in these conditions.
The National Weather Service expects snow accumulation between 1 to 2 feet for Mount Baker, Stevens Pass, and Snoqualmie Pass. The snow level will fluctuate between 2,000 feet to 3,500 over the weekend.
