Monday’s early morning showers could be mixed with some snow in the higher elevations of the Cascade foothills. Sticking snow may be seen above about 1,300 feet.
The National Weather Service says a system oriented along the British Columbia coastline continues to send showers into the region early Monday. A winter storm advisory remains in place through about 10 a.m. warning of snow in the higher foothills.
Portland will see rain, on-and-off through the day and some sun breaks. The high temperature will be about 43 degrees.
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The Cascades will continue to collect new snow through the day especially in mountains near Lane County. Travelers over the mountain passes should be ready for winter driving. Check TripCheck.com for details on chain or traction tire requirements.
Colder and drier air moves in overnight. With skies clearing, the snow level will dip to just 300 feet, but there’s only a slight chance of any precipitation. Low temps will dive down to near freezing and could make the early commute slick on Tuesday, especially in outlying areas.
Portland will see a very slight chance of rain and snow Tuesday morning, but overall, the day should be dry with increasing cloud cover from the next approaching system. The high temperature will be about 40 degrees. Rain may start later in the afternoon, and winds will turn breezy. The coast may see wind gusts of 35-55 mph, inland areas 25-35 mph.
Portland will see a wet day Wednesday with more gusty winds. Snow levels will rise with this system to about 3,500 feet, so no low-level snow midweek. The high temperature will be near 45 degrees.
The Cascades, however, will see a good dump of new snow with these wet systems. Area ski resorts are planning openings during the week. Mount Hood Meadows is shooting for Tuesday.
But valley snow fans shouldn’t be too disappointed. There are still slight chances of the white stuff later in the week. Current long-range forecasts are hinting that Thursday night into Friday morning may bring another chance at valley snow. Current forecasts aren’t expecting any of it to stick, but winter forecasts often change quickly. Many models have snow levels lowering to about 700-1,000 feet Thursday and staying put into Friday. It could still happen.
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