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The Pacific Northwest snow forecast favors modest upper-mountain snow at Whistler through Friday, with much smaller additions in the Cascades. Mild temperatures and high snow levels limit how much these systems can build the early-season base. None of the resorts covered here are currently open for skiing, with Whistler preparing for winter operations and Timberline waiting for sufficient snow to […] The post SnowBrains Forecast: Modest Whistler Snow and Limited Cascade Gains in the Pacific Northwest appeared first on SnowBrains .
The Oregon Department of Forestry’s (ODF) Western Lane and South Cascade Districts and the Lane Fire Defense Board (LFDB) announced that fire season in Lane County officially closed at 11:59 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, 2026. Backyard debris burning opened Saturday, Oct. 17 and that season is regulated by the Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA). While conditions have improved enough to close out fire season, ODF, LFDB, and LRAPA are urging residents to stay cautious. Dry vegetation and debris from a long fire season can still ignite easily, and a single unattended pile can quickly turn into a wildfire — or a serious air quality problem for the whole community. This summer was one of Oregon’s most severe fire seasons on record, with more than 2.5 million acres burned statewide. Anticipated rain, cooler temperatures, and improving fuel moisture allowed officials to set a closing date. “We’re glad conditions have improved enough to close out fire season, but that doesn’t mean the danger disappears overnight,” ODF South Cascade District Forester Chris Cline said. “Residents should still take every precaution before lighting a debris pile. Make sure you have water and a shovel ready and attend the burn until it is out.”
KGW Forecast: Sunrise, Wednesday, November 4, 2026
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) - Good Wednesday morning!. We’re off to a chilly start across Central Oregon, with some areas waking up to freezing fog. Give yourself a little extra time this morning if you encounter reduced visibility or slick spots on the roads. Temperatures will climb into the mid...
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — All Oregon Department of Forestry districts have terminated fire restrictions, marking the end of the record-breaking 2026 fire season, the agency said Wednesday. “As we mark the end of the 2026 wildfire season, I want to thank our first responders, landowners, contractors, local governments, Tribal...
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) - Howdy folks, and happy Election Day! It's been a cool, mostly quiet and dreary day across Central Oregon, and we're in for more of the same tonight. You may run into a few sprinkles here and there, but nothing substantial is expected. We'll also see some fog developing overnight and into the early morning hours, so keep that in mind if you're heading to work or school tomorrow before 10 a.m..
Much of Oregon is still dealing with drought despite recent storms. The heat keeps pulling moisture away faster than rain can replenish it, though forecasters see potential for a wet turnaround later this winter.
Southern Oregon and Northern California could see above-normal rainfall during November's second week.
The Willamette Valley and Umpqua Basin begin Monday with low clouds and morning fog, reducing visibility in some areas. Clearing may be a struggle across the interior lowlands this afternoon, presenting a point of uncertainty for high temperatures. Where low clouds persist, highs will likely remain in the upper 40s; however, where some clearing occurs, temperatures could climb into the mid to upper 50s.
Beach Hazard Statements are in effect for sneaker waves along the Oregon and California coasts, from Douglas County, Oregon, south to the Big Sur Coast. NWS Eureka calls it an extreme risk of sneaker waves. NWS Medford calls it a high risk. Northern California Coast: NWS Eureka. The statement remains...
The Pacific Northwest snow forecast favors modest upper-mountain snow later this week, with Whistler receiving the most useful addition. Lower elevations remain marginal for accumulation, and gains farther south look limited. None of the resorts covered here are currently open for skiing, so the focus is adding snow ahead of winter operations. Timberline is waiting for sufficient snow to reopen, […] The post SnowBrains Forecast: Whistler Leads Modest Snow Returns Across the Pacific Northwest appeared first on SnowBrains .
After one of the driest Octobers on record , Oregon is heading into the wet part of the season with big questions about what a potentially record-setting El Niño might mean for this winter. A hint could be arriving as early as next week. Light showers are forecast to arrive on Nov. 4 and into the weekend, but the more powerful storms could be about a week away. Weather models for next week – beginning around Nov. 10 – show the potential for major rain, mountain snow and winds from Nov. 10 to 14, according to the National Weather Service hazards outlook . The Willamette Valley could see up to 6 inches while the mountains could see as high as 9, said state climatologist Larry O’Neill. He emphasized that it was still very early to make predictions, however. “The details will likely change, but the main message would be that there is potential high-impact weather in the Pacific Northwest in 10-14 days,” he said. Storms could portend mega El Nino’s impact on Oregon this winter With one of the strongest El Niño patterns on record forecast in the Pacific this winter, forecasters have been looking for signs about what it
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) - Howdy folks! Happy Monday, and happy day-before-Election Day! We're looking at mostly quiet weather across Central Oregon over the next few days, although a few showers are heading our way tonight. Most communities will stay dry, but a few sprinkles could make it to the surface overnight and linger into Tuesday morning. We could see a few isolated showers throughout the day Tuesday as well, though rain chances will be lower than tonight. Any rainfall will be very light, with accumulations starting at a trace to just a few hundredths of an inch.
Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) --- With 62% of Oregon's carbon monoxide emergencies occurring during fall and winter, state fire officials today urged residents to take precautions before colder temperatures arrive. The warning coincides with the start of November, which marks Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month. In 2025, 83% of Oregon's more than 300 fire agencies reported responding The post Oregon warns of rising carbon monoxide risks as cold weather approaches appeared first on KTVZ .
PORTLAND, OR – A warning for those traveling to the coast this week with potentially unpredicatable danger. Forecasters call for a moderate threat through Wednesday morning for sneaker waves to appear. National Weather Service meteorologist Thomas Schuldt says they’re a sign of an impending storm. “When we have...
OREGON – A combination of an incoming El Nino season and seasonal King Tides is expected to test Oregon’s coastal management policies with severe erosion, according to Taylor Wood, an Oregon Beaches Forever Fellow with the Surfrider Foundation. “We’re likely on the cusp of what might be like a perfect storm to see pretty severe erosion impacts,” Wood said, noting that King Tides provide “a glimpse into what a future of elevated water levels might look like.” This combination directly threatens both coastal development and critical natural habitats as beaches get caught in a “coastal squeeze” between rising seas and property boundaries.
“November has started cloudy and cool! I hope you all enjoyed that extra hour of sleep on Sunday as we returned to standard time. Low clouds are expected to linger over many inland valleys on Monday. A ridge of high pressure is keeping most of the region dry. A strong...
A magnitude 3.5 earthquake struck approximately 247 miles west of Yachats on Thursday morning, bringing the number of recorded offshore earthquakes in Oregon’s broader coastal region to five during a seven-day period. The October 29 earthquake occurred at 10:04 a.m. Pacific daylight time at a reported depth of approximately...
Mount Shasta leads the region with a 63% rain chance Tuesday as a new system approaches.
