Northwestern US Weather Forecast: High-Elevation Snow, Heavy Rains Likely This Week

The National Weather Service (NWS) reported that a mix of heavy rain and snow is likely in the Northwestern US and Northern California. Residents could experience unsettled weather conditions this week.

Rounds of heavy precipitation unloaded in the Pacific Northwest in November. Snow also unfolded in high-elevation areas, bringing dangers to hikers and campers.

In the advisory, residents can face a series of fronts in the Northwestern US. The forecast added that heavy to excessive rainfall could unload on Monday. The snow outlook could emerge in the high-elevation areas, especially in the Northern Rockies.

Northwestern US Weather Forecast: Where Will Snow and Rain Unload

(Photo : NOAA Satellite View as of November 6, 2023)
NOAA Satellite View as of November 6, 2023. Heavy rain and snow are expected in the Northwestern US and Northern California, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). Residents should watch out for travel dangers and flooding.

The advisory added that locally heavy rain could unfold in coast areas in Southwestern Oregon and Northwestern California.

In this week's weather, residents should stay alert for weather hazards, including flash flood risks, flooding and heavy rains.

In terms of the heaviest rainfall, is expected in the Cascades and Sierra Nevada. On Tuesday, the snow and light rain could unload in the Intermountain West.

According to the latest forecast, residents can also experience heavy rains and gusty winds. In the early week, rainy conditions could unfold in the following areas:

• Vancouver
• Spokane
• Portland
• Medford
• Redding
• San Francisco
• Boise
• Helena

Localized flooding can threaten low-lying and flood-prone areas in the Northwestern US. Flooded roads are also possible this week due to the rain.

In the Southwestern US, a mild weather outlook is forecast, including in parts of the Southern Plains and Central US. Possible record high temperatures could emerge in the Southern High Plains on Tuesday.

On Wednesday and Thursday, the rain could continue in Seattle, Helena, Spokane, Boise, Medford, Redding, Portland, Sacramento, Yakima and Seattle.

In Phoenix, high temperatures could unfold on Monday reaching the lower 90s. On Tuesday, the cooler weather will return.

Also Read: Wintry Weather to Unfold in New England; Mild Weather Likely in Eastern US

Preparing for Rainy Conditions Pacific Northwest

Residents in the Pacific Northwest experienced rounds of rainy conditions in the first week of November. Heavy precipitation and snow can become dangerous for Americans traveling this week.

As a result, travelers and hikers should keep updated with the weather in the Pacific Northwest due to the heavy precipitation outlook. The challenging weather conditions could cause travel difficulties and flooded roads.

When travel is not necessary, it is best to stay at home or wait until the weather improves. In addition, residents in low-lying areas should stay alert for flooded roads in Northwestern US.

In addition, homeowners should keep storm and winter emergency supplies. It can help during emergencies, including storms, power outages and inaccessible road conditions.

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