Pacific Northwest Weather Forecast: Stormy Conditions to Impact Oregon, Washington

Pacific Northwest can expect challenging weather conditions this week, particularly in Oregon and Washington, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). Motorists should stay alert for potential travel hazards due to stormy conditions.

The NWS short-range public discussion warned of heavy snow in the Sierra. Limiting outdoor plans is advisable to keep safe from potential winter storms. Meanwhile, lower elevation heavy rains could unload in the coastal Pacific Northwest and California.

NWS monitors the development of a deep upper vortex in Southwestern Canada that could bring challenging weather conditions to the Pacific Northwest. A potential cold front can also influence the weather conditions. On the weekend, homeowners should check for widespread precipitation in Northern California.

In addition, heavy snowfall is forecast in Washington, the Olympic Range, and the Cascades of Oregon. Flooding threat could unload in Northwestern California and Northern Sierra.

Weather in the Pacific Northwest and Western US: Where Will Stormy Conditions Unload?

(Photo : NESDIS - NOAA Hurricane Tracker)
NESDIS - NOAA Hurricane Tracker. With the challenging weather in the Western US, widespread driving difficulties could emerge. Motorists should monitor for road closures before traveling.

According to the NWS Weather Prediction, a major Western winter storm could develop, impacting portions of the West Coast and Sierra Nevada. In the higher elevations, homeowners should watch out for multiple feet of snow, including in the Cascades and Sierra Nevada with a potential blizzard outlook.

The blizzard and blowing snow can lead to reduced road visibility and poor road conditions due to widespread damaging winds. Damage to crops and powerlines is possible.

In addition, the latest weather forecast warned of strong storms in the Pacific Northwest. Homeowners should watch out for potential hail, snow, and thunderstorms. Oregon and Washington can expect slower commutes or travel disruption.

On Friday, strong winds and heavy snow are forecast in the following areas:

Salt Lake City
Boise
Billings
Seattle
Portland

In Los Angeles, the advisory showed that hazardous ocean conditions and high surf could unload this late week or on the weekend. The forecast advises that a challenging weather outlook could emerge on the Ventura coast. Rough seas can occur, causing dangerous beach conditions.

A cold storm is also expected this week, bringing widespread rain and mountain snow.
The forecast warned of winter driving conditions this week.

On the weekend, colder conditions and snow could unload in Spokane, Boise, Salt Lake City, Redding, and Medford.

Also Read: Wyoming, Colorado Weather Forecast: Snowy Outlook, Stronger Winds Likely to Impact This Week

Snow Preparedness for Motorists in the Pacific Northwest

The latest forecast warned of a stormy outlook in the Western US and Pacific Northwest this week, causing power outages and widespread travel disruption. When commutes are essential, Americans should stay at home until the poor weather conditions become better.

In addition, homeowners should also store home emergency kits. The recommended emergency kits are battery-powered radio, flashlights, medicine kits and winter clothes.