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Check out my latest Eugene Daily News Weather Or Not column:

http://eugenedailynews.com/2018/03/art-form-found-resurgence-recently/

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Here is my weekly weather quiz question. What are “Detention Basins?”  And no, this has nothing to do with staying after school. The first person to post the correct answer as a comment on this page will win a week of free personalized weather forecasts tailored to your needs.  Good luck.

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An Upper Level Low Pressure Trough (Shaded “U” shape with arrows) moves away from us and an Upper Level High Pressure Ridge (Shaded “Arch” shape with arrows) starts to take over this afternoon. The graphics for days 3-7 show the next frontal systems that will be moving through the Pacific Northwest next Monday through Thursday.

Note: Willamette Pass Ski is closed for the season due to a lack of snow, but Hoodoo is open Thursday through Sunday from 9 AM- 4 PM or 9 PM. Mt. Ashland is open and reports all lifts are operating. They will also be open 9 AM until 4 pm March 24th through April 1st for Spring break. Check their websites for details on days of operation and ski conditions.

Note: Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 AM Sunday so remember to “Spring Forward!” at bedtime Saturday night by turning your clocks ahead one hour. The authorities also suggest that you check the batteries in your smoke alarms, CO2 detectors, and Radon detectors and replace them if necessary.

 

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Air Quality Index:

Eugene/Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 10 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Oakridge: The Air Quality Index is 12 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Cottage Grove: The Air Quality Index is 17 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

 

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Home Wood Heating Advisory:

(Posted Daily)

Eugene-Springfield:  GREEN – Burning is Allowed.

OakridgeGREEN – Burning is Allowed.

*Note: Pellet stoves may be used anytime if they produce no visible emissions.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

 

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Advisories:

  • A PERMANENT HEALTH ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR THE SOUTH UMPQUA RIVER BAR. POOLS IN THE BEDROCK ALONG THE RIVERS EDGE ARE KNOWN TO DEVELOP BLUE-GREEN ALGAE (CYANOBACTERIAL) BLOOMS THAT CAN BE HARMFUL TO PETS AND PEOPLE IF ACCIDENTAL INGESTION OCCURS. SIGNS HAVE BEEN POSTED ALONG SEVERAL ACCESS AREAS ALONG THE  RIVER.

 

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Forecast for the Southern and lower Mid Willamette Valley including Eugene-Springfield and Albany-Corvallis:

  • Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of AM showers, a slight (20%) chance of showers and a bit warmer this afternoon (under 0.10 in. of rain possible), partly cloudy and a bit cooler tonight.
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Saturday, mostly cloudy at night,
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Sunday and Sunday night.
  • highs 53-64 lows 35-39.
  • Partly cloudy Monday, partly cloudy with a (30%) chance of rain Monday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain likely (70%) Tuesday and at night,
  • A bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of rain Wednesday, then a good (50%) chance of showers and a bit cooler Wednesday night and Thursday.
  • highs 64-52 lows 40-37. (seasonal averages high 55 low 37)

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Forecast for Roseburg:

  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a (30%) chance of showers today (under 0.10 in. of rain possible), a slight (20%) chance of evening showers, just partly cloudy tonight and Saturday AM, mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of showers Saturday afternoon and evening, just mostly cloudy late at night,
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Sunday and Sunday night.
  • highs 58-67 lows 40-43.
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of rain Monday, mostly cloudy a (30%) chance of rain Monday night,
  • A bit cooler with rain likely (60%) Tuesday and at night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain and a bit cooler Wednesday, showers likely (60%) at night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers Thursday.
  • highs 68-53 lows 46-39. (seasonal averages high 57 low 39)

 

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Forecast for The South Oregon Coast Including Coos Bay and North Bend:

  • Mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of showers and a bit cooler today (under 0.10 in. of rain possible), just mostly cloudy this evening at the shore becoming mostly clear late tonight while a slight (20%) chance of inland evening showers then just partly cloudy inland late tonight,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of showers Saturday afternoon and evening, just mostly cloudy late Saturday night,
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Sunday and at night.
  • highs 54-62 lows 42-45.
  • Mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain and a bit cooler Monday, rain likely (70%) at night,
  • Mostly cloudy with rain and a bit cooler Tuesday, rain likely (70%) and a bit cooler at night and Wednesday, showers likely (60%) Wednesday night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of showers Thursday.
  • highs 62-50 lows 47-42. (seasonal averages high 54 low 41)

 

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

  • Mostly cloudy with AM rain and snow showers likely (70%), a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers and a bit warmer this afternoon (0.10 in of rain possible, 1 in. of snow possible), becoming partly cloudy late tonight,
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Saturday, mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of showers at night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun and a bit warmer Sunday, then partly cloudy Sunday night.
  • snow level 4,500 ft. today, 5,500 ft. falling to 5,000 ft. tonight, free air freezing level 4,500 ft. rising to 7,000 ft. Saturday, snow level 6,000 ft. Saturday night, free air freezing level 7,500 ft. rising to 8,000 ft. Sunday afternoon, then 9,000 ft. Sunday night.
  • highs 39-48 lows 27-32.
  • Partly cloudy Monday, a slight (20%) chance of rain Monday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain and snow likely (70%) Tuesday and at night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow Wednesday, a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers Wednesday night,
  • Then cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers Thursday.
  • free air freezing level 8,000 ft. Monday, snow level 7,500 ft. Monday night, 5,500 ft. Tuesday, 4,500 ft. Tuesday night, 4,000 ft. Wednesday and Wednesday night, then 3,500 ft. Thursday.
  • highs 48-35 lows 32-25.

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**Because weather forecasting is a combination of science, intuition, and timing there can be no absolute guarantees that individual forecasts will be 100% accurate. Nature is in a constant state of flux and sudden unexpected weather events can happen.

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Check out my latest Eugene Daily News Weather Or Not column:

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Here is my weekly weather quiz question. What are “Detention Basins?”  And no, this has nothing to do with staying after school. The first person to post the correct answer as a comment on this page will win a week of free personalized weather forecasts tailored to your needs.  Good luck.

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An Upper Level Low Pressure Trough (Shaded “U” shape with arrows) moves away from us and an Upper Level High Pressure Ridge Shaded “Arch” shape with arrows) starts to take over by late Friday afternoon. The graphics for days 3-7 show the next frontal systems that will be moving through the Pacific Northwest next Monday through Thursday.

Note: Willamette Pass Ski is closed for the season due to a lack of snow, but Hoodoo is open Thursday through Sunday from 9 AM- 4 PM or 9 PM. Mt. Ashland is open and reports all lifts are operating. They will also be open 9 AM until 4 pm March 24th through April 1st for Spring break. Check their websites for details on days of operation and ski conditions.

Note: Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 AM Sunday so remember to “Spring Forward!” at bedtime Saturday night by turning your clocks ahead one hour. The authorities also suggest that you check the batteries in your smoke alarms, CO2 detectors, and Radon detectors and replace them if necessary.

 

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Air Quality Index:

Eugene/Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 6 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Oakridge: The Air Quality Index is 7 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Cottage Grove: The Air Quality Index is 4 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

 

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Home Wood Heating Advisory:

(Posted Daily)

Eugene-Springfield:  GREEN – Burning is Allowed.

OakridgeGREEN – Burning is Allowed.

*Note: Pellet stoves may be used anytime if they produce no visible emissions.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

 

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Advisories:

  • A WIND ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM THIS EVENING FOR NORTH CENTRAL OREGON AND CENTRAL OREGON.
  • A WIND ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM THIS EVENING FOR NORTHERN AND EASTERN KLAMATH COUNTY, AND WESTERN, CENTRAL,  AND EASTERN LAKE COUNTY.
  • A PERMANENT HEALTH ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR THE SOUTH UMPQUA RIVER BAR. POOLS IN THE BEDROCK ALONG THE RIVERS EDGE ARE KNOWN TO DEVELOP BLUE-GREEN ALGAE (CYANOBACTERIAL) BLOOMS THAT CAN BE HARMFUL TO PETS AND PEOPLE IF ACCIDENTAL INGESTION OCCURS. SIGNS HAVE BEEN POSTED ALONG SEVERAL ACCESS AREAS ALONG THE  RIVER.

 

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Forecast for the Southern and lower Mid Willamette Valley including Eugene-Springfield and Albany-Corvallis:

  • Mostly cloudy with showers tonight (0.25 in. of rain possible) and breezy (Wind: SW 15-25 mph decreasing to SW 5-15 mph late tonight),
  • Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of AM showers, a slight (20%) chance of showers and a bit warmer Friday afternoon (under 0.10 in. of rain possible) and a bit cooler, partly cloudy Friday night.
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Saturday, mostly cloudy at night,
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Sunday and Sunday night.
  • lows 40-35 warming to 39 Sunday night highs 53-64.
  • Partly cloudy Monday, partly cloudy with a (30%) chance of rain Monday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain likely (70%) Tuesday and at night,
  • A bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of rain Wednesday, then a good (50%) chance of showers and a bit cooler Wednesday night and Thursday.
  • highs 64-52 lows 40-37. (seasonal averages high 55 low 37)

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Forecast for Roseburg:

  • Mostly cloudy with evening showers, rain late tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a (40%) chance of showers Friday (under 0.10 in. of rain possible), a slight (20%) chance of evening showers, just partly cloudy Friday night and Saturday AM, mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of showers Saturday afternoon and evening, just mostly cloudy late at night,
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Sunday and Sunday night.
  • lows 43-40 warming back to 43 Sunday night highs 58-67.
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of rain Monday, mostly cloudy a (30%) chance of rain Monday night,
  • A bit cooler with rain likely (60%) chance of rain Tuesday and at night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain and a bit cooler Wednesday, showers likely (60%) at night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers Thursday.
  • highs 68-53 lows 46-39. (seasonal averages high 57 low 39)

 

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Forecast for The South Oregon Coast Including Coos Bay and North Bend:

  • Mostly cloudy with evening showers, coastal rain likely (70%) late while inland rain late tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of showers and a bit cooler Friday (under 0.10 in. of rain possible), just mostly cloudy in the evening at the shore becoming mostly clear late at night while a slight (20%) chance of inland evening showers then just partly cloudy inland late Friday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of showers Saturday afternoon and evening, just mostly cloudy late Saturday night,
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Sunday and at night.
  • lows 44-42 warming back to 44 Sunday night highs 54-62.
  • Mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain and a bit cooler Monday, rain likely (70%) at night,
  • Mostly cloudy with rain and a bit cooler Tuesday, rain likely (70%) and a bit cooler at night and Wednesday, showers likely (60%) Wednesday night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of showers Thursday.
  • highs 62-50 lows 47-42. (seasonal averages high 54 low 41)

 

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

  • Mostly cloudy with a rain and snow showers tonight (0.75 in. of rain possible, 3-7 in. of snow possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with AM rain and snow showers likely (70%), a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers and a bit warmer Friday afternoon (0.10 in of rain possible, 1 in. of snow possible), a slight (20%) chance of evening showers, becoming partly cloudy late Friday night,
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Saturday, mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of showers at night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun and a bit warmer Sunday, then partly cloudy Sunday night.
  • snow level 5,000 ft. tonight, 4,500 ft. Friday and Friday night, free air freezing level 4,500 ft. rising to 7,000 ft. Saturday, snow level 6,000 ft. Saturday night, free air freezing level 7,500 ft. rising to 8,000 ft. Sunday afternoon, then 9,000 ft. Sunday night.
  • lows 30-27 warming to 32 Saturday night highs 39-48.
  • Partly cloudy Monday, a slight (20%) chance of rain Monday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain and snow likely (70%) Tuesday and at night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers Wednesday through Thursday.
  • free air freezing level 8,000 ft. Monday, snow level 7,500 ft. Monday night, 5,500 ft. Tuesday, 4,500 ft. Tuesday night, 4,000 ft. Wednesday and Wednesday night, then 3,500 ft. Thursday.
  • highs 48-35 lows 32-25.

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**Because weather forecasting is a combination of science, intuition, and timing there can be no absolute guarantees that individual forecasts will be 100% accurate. Nature is in a constant state of flux and sudden unexpected weather events can happen.

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Get your local Eugene-Springfield and Lane County news on-line at eugenedailynews.com.

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Check out my latest Eugene Daily News Weather Or Not column:

http://eugenedailynews.com/2018/03/art-form-found-resurgence-recently/

__________

Here is my weekly weather quiz question. What are “Detention Basins?”  And no, this has nothing to do with staying after school. The first person to post the correct answer as a comment on this page will win a week of free personalized weather forecasts tailored to your needs.  Good luck.

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An Upper Level Low Pressure Trough moves in returning the showers chances. The graphics for days 1-3 show what looks to be a strong storm system moving through the Pacific Northwest today producing wind and rain. The graphics for days 3-7 show the next frontal systems that will be moving through the Pacific Northwest next Monday through Thursday.

Note: Willamette Pass Ski is closed for the season due to a lack of snow, but Hoodoo is open Thursday through Sunday from 9 AM- 4 PM or 9 PM. Mt. Ashland is open and reports all lifts are operating. They will also be open 9 AM until 4 pm March 24th through April 1st for Spring break. Check their websites for details on days of operation and ski conditions.

Note: Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 AM Sunday so remember to “Spring Forward!” at bedtime Saturday night by turning your clocks ahead one hour. The authorities also suggest that you check the batteries in your smoke alarms, CO2 detectors, and Radon detectors and replace them if necessary.

 

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Air Quality Index:

Eugene/Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 6 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Oakridge: The Air Quality Index is 10 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Cottage Grove: The Air Quality Index is 5 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

 

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Home Wood Heating Advisory:

(Posted Daily)

Eugene-Springfield:  GREEN – Burning is Allowed.

OakridgeGREEN – Burning is Allowed.

*Note: Pellet stoves may be used anytime if they produce no visible emissions.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

 

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Advisories:

  • A HIGH WIND WARNING IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON  FOR THE NORTH OREGON COAST, THE CENTRAL OREGON COAST, THE COAST RANGE OF NORTHWEST OREGON,
  • A HIGH WIND WARNING IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM THIS EVENING FOR THE CENTRAL COAST RANGE OF WESTERN OREGON.
  • A WIND ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON FOR THE LOWER COLUMBIA, THE GREATER PORTLAND METRO AREA.
  • A WIND ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON FOR THE CENTRAL WILLAMETTE VALLEY AND THE SOUTH WILLAMETTE VALLEY.
  • A WIND ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON FOR CENTRAL DOUGLAS COUNTY, EASTERN CURRY COUNTY, JOSEPHINE COUNTY, JACKSON COUNTY
  • A HIGH WIND WARNING IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON FOR NORTHERN AND EASTERN KLAMATH COUNTY, AND WESTERN, CENTRAL,  AND EASTERN LAKE COUNTY.
  • A WIND ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON UNTIL 7 PM THIS EVENING FOR NORTHERN AND EASTERN KLAMATH COUNTY, AND WESTERN, CENTRAL,  AND EASTERN LAKE COUNTY.
  • A PERMANENT HEALTH ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR THE SOUTH UMPQUA RIVER BAR. POOLS IN THE BEDROCK ALONG THE RIVERS EDGE ARE KNOWN TO DEVELOP BLUE-GREEN ALGAE (CYANOBACTERIAL) BLOOMS THAT CAN BE HARMFUL TO PETS AND PEOPLE IF ACCIDENTAL INGESTION OCCURS. SIGNS HAVE BEEN POSTED ALONG SEVERAL ACCESS AREAS ALONG THE  RIVER.

 

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Forecast for the Southern and lower Mid Willamette Valley including Eugene-Springfield and Albany-Corvallis:

  • Mostly cloudy with rain (0.10 in. of rain possible) and a bit warmer today and windy (Wind: S  10-15 mph increasing to S 20-30 mph gusts to 40 mph in the afternoon), showers tonight (0.25 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers Friday (0.10 in. of rain possible) and a bit cooler, just mostly cloudy in the evening, partly cloudy late Friday night.
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Saturday and Saturday night,
  • highs 55-53 warming to 59 Saturday lows 42-36 warming to 39 Saturday night.
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Sunday, partly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain Sunday night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun with slight (20%) chance of rain Monday, mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of rain at night,
  • A bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of rain Tuesday, then mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain likely (70%) Tuesday night and Wednesday.
  • highs 62-52 lows 40-38. (seasonal averages high 55 low 36)

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Forecast for Roseburg:

  • Mostly cloudy with AM rain likely (70%), showers likely (70%) and a bit warmer this afternoon (under 0.10 in. of rain possible) and breezy (Wind: S 15-25 mph gusts to 40 mph), showers tonight (0.25 in. of rain possible),
  • Cloudy and a bit cooler with showers likely (70%) Friday (0.10 in. of rain possible), mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of showers Friday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of showers Saturday afternoon, then just mostly cloudy at night.
  • highs 60-53 warming back to 60 Saturday lows 43-39.
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Sunday and Sunday night,
  • Partly cloudy Monday, mostly cloudy a slight (20%) chance of rain Monday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain a good (50%) chance of rain Tuesday, rain likely (70%) Tuesday night and Wednesday AM, then showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Wednesday afternoon.
  • highs 68-54 lows 42-46 cooling to 38 Tuesday night. (seasonal averages high 57 low 39)

 

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Forecast for The South Oregon Coast Including Coos Bay and North Bend:

  • AM rain, mostly cloudy and windy (Wind: S 20-30 mph) with showers and a bit cooler this afternoon (0.25 in. of rain possible), showers tonight (0.25 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with AM coastal showers likely (70%) and a good (50%) chance of coastal showers and a bit cooler Friday afternoon while inland showers likely (70%) Friday (under 0.10 in. of rain possible), mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of evening coastal showers while a slight (20%) chance of inland showers Friday night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of showers Saturday and Saturday night.
  • highs 54-52 warming to 58 Saturday lows 45-42 warming back to 45 Saturday night.
  • Just mostly cloudy and a bit warmer Sunday and at night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain and a bit cooler Monday and Monday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with rain and a bit cooler Tuesday at night,
  • AM rain likely (70%), then showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Wednesday afternoon.
  • highs 62-52 lows 45-48 cooling to 42 Thursday night. (seasonal averages high 54 low 41)

 

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

  • Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of AM rain and snow, rain and snow and a bit cooler this afternoon 0.25 in. of rain possible (2 in. of snow possible) and breezy (Wind: SW 15-25 mph gusts to 45 mph), rain and snow showers tonight (0.50 in. of rain possible, 1-4 in. of snow possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with AM rain and snow showers, rain and snow showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Friday afternoon (2 in. of snow possible), a slight (20%) chance of evening rain and snow showers, becoming partly cloudy late Friday night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers Saturday, then mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers at night.
  • snow level 4,500 ft. today, 5,000 ft. tonight, 4,000 ft. Friday 4,500 ft. Friday night, 4,500 ft. Saturday, 6,000 ft. Saturday night.
  • highs 40-44 lows 32-27 warming to 30 Friday night.
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Sunday and Sunday night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun with a slight (20%) chance of rain Monday, mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of rain Monday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow Tuesday, then rain and snow likely (70%) and a bit cooler Tuesday night and Wednesday.
  • free air freezing level 6,500 ft. Sunday, 7,500 ft. Sunday night, snow level 6,500 ft. Monday, 7,000 ft. Monday night, 5,500 ft. Tuesday, 5,000 ft. Tuesday night, then 4,000 ft. Wednesday.
  • highs 42-44 cooling back to 42 Tuesday lows 30-32.

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**Because weather forecasting is a combination of science, intuition, and timing there can be no absolute guarantees that individual forecasts will be 100% accurate. Nature is in a constant state of flux and sudden unexpected weather events can happen.

________________

Get your local Eugene-Springfield and Lane County news on-line at eugenedailynews.com.

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Check out my latest Eugene Daily News Weather Or Not column:

http://eugenedailynews.com/2018/03/art-form-found-resurgence-recently/

__________

Here is my weekly weather quiz question. What are “Detention Basins?”  And no, this has nothing to do with staying after school. The first person to post the correct answer as a comment on this page will win a week of free personalized weather forecasts tailored to your needs.  Good luck.

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Upper Level High Pressure Ridge (Shaded “Arch” shape with arrows) dried us and warmed us up a bit until the next Upper Level Low Pressure Trough moves in tonight. The graphics for days 1-3 show what looks to be a strong storm system headed through the Pacific Northwest Thursday. The graphics for days 3-7 show the next frontal systems that will be moving through the Pacific Northwest from Saturday through next Wednesday.

Note: Willamette Pass Ski is closed for the season due to a lack of snow, but Hoodoo is open Thursday through Sunday from 9 AM- 4 PM or 9 PM. Mt. Ashland is open and reports all lifts are operating. They will also be open 9 AM until 4 pm March 24th through April 1st for Spring break. Check their websites for details on days of operation and ski conditions.

Note: Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 AM Sunday so remember to “Spring Forward!” at bedtime Saturday night by turning your clocks ahead one hour. The authorities also suggest that you check the batteries in your smoke alarms, CO2 detectors, and Radon detectors and replace them if necessary.

 

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Air Quality Index:

Eugene/Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 35 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Oakridge: The Air Quality Index is 26 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Cottage Grove: The Air Quality Index is 10 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

 

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Home Wood Heating Advisory:

(Posted Daily)

Eugene-Springfield:  GREEN – Burning is Allowed.

OakridgeGREEN – Burning is Allowed.

*Note: Pellet stoves may be used anytime if they produce no visible emissions.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

 

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Advisories:

  • A HIGH WIND WARNING IS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM UNTIL 3 PM THURSDAY NEAR THE BEACHES AND HEADLANDS FOR THE NORTH OREGON COAST AND THE CENTRAL OREGON COAST
  • A HIGH WIND WARNING IS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 4 PM THURSDAY FOR NORTHERN AND EASTERN KLAMATH COUNTY, AND WESTERN, CENTRAL,  AND EASTERN LAKE COUNTY.
  • A WIND ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM TONIGHT UNTIL 7 PM THURSDAY FOR NORTHERN AND EASTERN KLAMATH COUNTY, AND WESTERN, CENTRAL,  AND EASTERN LAKE COUNTY.
  • A PERMANENT HEALTH ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR THE SOUTH UMPQUA RIVER BAR. POOLS IN THE BEDROCK ALONG THE RIVERS EDGE ARE KNOWN TO DEVELOP BLUE-GREEN ALGAE (CYANOBACTERIAL) BLOOMS THAT CAN BE HARMFUL TO PETS AND PEOPLE IF ACCIDENTAL INGESTION OCCURS. SIGNS HAVE BEEN POSTED ALONG SEVERAL ACCESS AREAS ALONG THE  RIVER.

 

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Forecast for the Southern and lower Mid Willamette Valley including Eugene-Springfield and Albany-Corvallis:

  • Mostly cloudy with rain likely (70%) tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with rain (0.10 in. of rain possible) and a bit warmer Thursday and windy (Wind: S  10-15 mph increasing to S 20-30 mph gusts to 40 mph in the afternoon), showers at night (0.25 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers Friday (0.10 in. of rain possible) and a bit cooler, just mostly cloudy in the evening, partly cloudy late Friday night.
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Saturday and Saturday night,
  • lows 42-36 warming to 39 Saturday night highs 55-53 warming to 59 Saturday.
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Sunday, partly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain Sunday night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun with slight (20%) chance of rain Monday, mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of rain at night,
  • A bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of rain Tuesday, then mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain likely (70%) Tuesday night and Wednesday.
  • highs 62-52 lows 40-38. (seasonal averages high 55 low 36)

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Forecast for Roseburg:

  • Mostly cloudy with evening rain likely (70%), a good (50%) chance of rain late tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible).
  • Mostly cloudy with AM rain likely (70%), showers likely (70%) and a bit warmer Thursday afternoon (0.10 in. of rain possible), showers at night (0.25 in. of rain possible),
  • Cloudy and a bit cooler with showers likely (70%) Friday (0.10 in. of rain possible), mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of showers Friday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of showers Saturday afternoon, then just mostly cloudy at night.
  • lows 43-38 highs 64-54.
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Sunday and Sunday night,
  • Partly cloudy Monday, mostly cloudy a slight (20%) chance of rain Monday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain a good (50%) chance of rain Tuesday, rain likely (70%) Tuesday night and Wednesday AM, then showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Wednesday afternoon.
  • highs 62-67 cooling to 60 Tuesday lows near 43. (seasonal averages high 57 low 39)

 

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Forecast for The South Oregon Coast Including Coos Bay and North Bend:

  • Mostly cloudy with evening rain (under 0.10 in. of rain possible), a (30%) chance of rain late tonight (0.25 in. of rain possible) and breezy (Wind: S 15-25 mph gusts to 40 mph),
  • AM rain, mostly cloudy and windy (Wind: S 20-30 mph) with showers Thursday afternoon (0.25 in. of rain possible), showers at night (0.25 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with AM coastal showers likely (70%) and a good (50%) chance of coastal showers and a bit cooler Friday afternoon while inland showers likely (70%) Friday (under 0.10 in. of rain possible), mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of evening coastal showers while a slight (20%) chance of inland showers Friday night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of showers Saturday and Saturday night.
  • lows 46-39 highs 60-52.
  • Just mostly cloudy and a bit warmer Sunday and at night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain and a bit cooler Monday and Monday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with rain and a bit cooler Tuesday at night,
  • AM rain likely (70%), then showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Wednesday afternoon.
  • highs 57-59 cooling to 56 Tuesday lows near 45. (seasonal averages high 54 low 41)

 

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

  • Mostly cloudy with evening rain likely (70%), rain and snow likely (70%) late tonight (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, 1 in of snow possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of AM rain and snow, rain and snow and a bit cooler Thursday afternoon 0.25 in. of rain possible (2 in. of snow possible) and breezy (Wind: SW 15-25 mph gusts to 45 mph), rain and snow showers at night (0.50 in. of rain possible, 1-4 in. of snow possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with AM rain and snow showers, rain and snow showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Friday afternoon (2 in. of snow possible), a slight (20%) chance of evening rain and snow showers, becoming partly cloudy late Friday night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers Saturday, then mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers at night.
  • snow level 6,500 ft. falling to 5,500 ft. late tonight, 4,500 ft. Thursday, 5,000 ft. Thursday night, 4,000 ft. Friday 4,500 ft. Friday night, 4,500 ft. Saturday, 6,000 ft. Saturday night.
  • lows 32-27 highs 40-44.
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Sunday and Sunday night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun with a slight (20%) chance of rain Monday, mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of rain Monday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow Tuesday, then rain and snow likely (70%) and a bit cooler Tuesday night and Wednesday.
  • free air freezing level 6,500 ft. Sunday, 7,500 ft. Sunday night, snow level 6,500 ft. Monday, 7,000 ft. Monday night, 5,500 ft. Tuesday, 5,000 ft. Tuesday night, then 4,000 ft. Wednesday.
  • highs 42-44 cooling back to 42 Tuesday lows 30-32.

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**Because weather forecasting is a combination of science, intuition, and timing there can be no absolute guarantees that individual forecasts will be 100% accurate. Nature is in a constant state of flux and sudden unexpected weather events can happen.

________________

Get your local Eugene-Springfield and Lane County news on-line at eugenedailynews.com.

________________


Check out my latest Eugene Daily News Weather Or Not column:

http://eugenedailynews.com/2018/03/art-form-found-resurgence-recently/

__________

Here is my weekly weather quiz question. What are “Detention Basins?”  And no, this has nothing to do with staying after school. The first person to post the correct answer as a comment on this page will win a week of free personalized weather forecasts tailored to your needs.  Good luck.

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Upper Level High Pressure Ridge (Shaded “Arch” shape with arrows) dried us and warmed us up a bit until the next Upper Level Low Pressure Trough moves in tonight. The graphics for days 1-3 show what looks to be a strong storm system headed through the Pacific Northwest Thursday. The graphics for days 3-7 show the next frontal systems that will be moving through the Pacific Northwest from Saturday through next Wednesday.

Note: Willamette Pass Ski is closed for the season due to a lack of snow, but Hoodoo is open Thursday through Sunday from 9 AM- 4 PM or 9 PM. Mt. Ashland is open and reports all lifts are operating. They will also be open 9 AM until 4 pm March 24th through April 1st for Spring break. Check their websites for details on days of operation and ski conditions.

Note: Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 AM Sunday so remember to “Spring Forward!” at bedtime Saturday night by turning your clocks ahead one hour. The authorities also suggest that you check the batteries in your smoke alarms, CO2 detectors, and Radon detectors and replace them if necessary.

 

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Air Quality Index:

Eugene/Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 55 in the Moderate category measuring Particulate Matter.

Oakridge: The Air Quality Index is 62 in the Moderate category measuring Particulate Matter.

Cottage Grove: The Air Quality Index is 30 in the Moderate category measuring Particulate Matter.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

 

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Home Wood Heating Advisory:

(Posted Daily)

Eugene-Springfield:  GREEN – Burning is Allowed.

OakridgeGREEN – Burning is Allowed.

*Note: Pellet stoves may be used anytime if they produce no visible emissions.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

 

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Advisories:

  • A HIGH WIND WARNING IS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 4 PM THURSDAY FOR NORTHERN AND EASTERN KLAMATH COUNTY, AND WESTERN, CENTRAL,  AND EASTERN LAKE COUNTY.
  • A WIND ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM TONIGHT UNTIL 7 PM THURSDAY FOR NORTHERN AND EASTERN KLAMATH COUNTY, AND WESTERN, CENTRAL,  AND EASTERN LAKE COUNTY.
  • A PERMANENT HEALTH ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR THE SOUTH UMPQUA RIVER BAR. POOLS IN THE BEDROCK ALONG THE RIVERS EDGE ARE KNOWN TO DEVELOP BLUE-GREEN ALGAE (CYANOBACTERIAL) BLOOMS THAT CAN BE HARMFUL TO PETS AND PEOPLE IF ACCIDENTAL INGESTION OCCURS. SIGNS HAVE BEEN POSTED ALONG SEVERAL ACCESS AREAS ALONG THE  RIVER.

 

 

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Forecast for the Southern and lower Mid Willamette Valley including Eugene-Springfield and Albany-Corvallis:

  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer this afternoon, rain likely (70%) tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with rain and a bit cooler Thursday and windy (Wind: S  10-15 mph increasing to S 20-30 mph gusts to 40 mph in the afternoon), showers likely (70%) at night and breezy (Wind: SW 15-25 mph decreasing to SW 5-15 mph late at night),
  • Cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers Friday and a bit cooler, then just partly cloudy Friday night.
  • highs 58-52 lows 42-37.
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Saturday, mostly cloudy Saturday night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun and a bit warmer Sunday, partly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain Sunday night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun and a bit cooler with a slight (20%) chance of rain Monday, mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain Monday night,
  • Then cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of rain Tuesday.
  • highs 58-60 cooling to 55 Tuesday lows 40-42. (seasonal averages high 55 low 36)

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Forecast for Roseburg:

  • Mostly cloudy with rain likely (70%) and a bit warmer late this afternoon and evening rain, a good (50%) chance of rain late tonight.
  • Mostly cloudy with AM rain likely (70%), showers and a bit cooler Thursday afternoon and evening, showers likely (70%) Thursday night,
  • Cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of showers Friday, then mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of showers Friday night.
  • highs 64-54 lows 43-38.
  • Mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of showers Saturday and Saturday night,
  • Just mostly cloudy and a bit warmer Sunday and Sunday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler Monday, a slight (20%) chance of rain Monday night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain a good (50%) chance of rain Tuesday.
  • highs 62-67 cooling to 60 Tuesday lows near 43. (seasonal averages high 57 low 39)

 

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Forecast for The South Oregon Coast Including Coos Bay and North Bend:

  • Mostly cloudy with rain likely (70%) this afternoon and evening (under 0.10 in. of rain possible), a (30%) chance of rain late tonight (0.25 in. of rain possible) and breezy (Wind: S 15-25 mph gusts to 40 mph),
  • AM rain, mostly cloudy and breezy (Wind: S 15-25 mph gusts to 40 mph) with showers and a bit cooler Thursday afternoon, showers likely (70%) at night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers and a bit cooler Friday, then just mostly cloudy Friday night.
  • highs 60-52 lows 46-39.
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of showers Saturday and Saturday night,
  • Just mostly cloudy and a bit warmer Sunday and at night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a good slight (20%) chance of rain and a bit cooler Monday afternoon, cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain Monday night,
  • Then rain and a bit cooler Tuesday.
  • highs 57-59 cooling to 56 Tuesday lows near 45. (seasonal averages high 54 low 41)

 

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer this afternoon, evening rain likely (70%), rain and snow likely (70%) late tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible, 1 in of snow possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with rain and snow  and a bit cooler Thursday (2 in. of snow possible) and breezy (Wind: S 15-25 mph gusts to 45 mph), rain and snow showers at night (1-4 in. of snow possible),
  • Mostly cloudy rain and snow showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Friday (2 in. of snow possible), then mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers Friday night.
  • free air freezing level 8,000 ft. today, snow level 5,500 ft. tonight, 4,500 ft. Thursday and Thursday night, then 4,000 ft. Friday and Friday night.
  • highs 46-38 Friday lows 32-26.
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers Saturday, mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers at night,
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Sunday and Sunday night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun and a bit cooler with a slight (20%) chance of rain Monday, mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain Monday night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow Tuesday.
  • snow level 4,000 ft. Saturday, 6,000 ft. Saturday night, free air freezing level 6,000 ft. Sunday, 7,500 ft. Sunday night, snow level 6,500 ft. Monday, 7,000 ft. Monday night, then 5,000 ft. Tuesday.
  • highs 42-44 cooling back to 42 Tuesday lows 30-32.

________________

 

**Because weather forecasting is a combination of science, intuition, and timing there can be no absolute guarantees that individual forecasts will be 100% accurate. Nature is in a constant state of flux and sudden unexpected weather events can happen.

________________

Get your local Eugene-Springfield and Lane County news on-line at eugenedailynews.com.

________________


Check out my latest Eugene Daily News Weather Or Not column:

http://eugenedailynews.com/2018/03/art-form-found-resurgence-recently/

__________

Here is my weekly weather quiz question. What are “Detention Basins?”  And no, this has nothing to do with staying after school. The first person to post the correct answer as a comment on this page will win a week of free personalized weather forecasts tailored to your needs.  Good luck.

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Upper Level High Pressure Ridge (Shaded “Arch” shape with arrows) dried us and warmed us up a bit until the next Upper Level Low Pressure Trough moves inWednesday night. The graphics for days 1-3 show what looks to be a strong storm system headed through the Pacific Northwest Thursday. The graphics for days 3-7 show a frontal system well off the coast Friday, then the next frontal system will be moving through the Pacific Northwest Coast next Tuesday and Wednesday

Note: Willamette Pass Ski is closed for the season due to a lack of snow, but Hoodoo is open Thursday through Sunday from 9 AM- 4 PM or 9 PM. Mt. Ashland is open and reports all lifts are operating. They will also be open 9 AM until 4 pm March 24th through April 1st for Spring break. Check their websites for details on days of operation and ski conditions.

Note: Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 AM Sunday so remember to “Spring Forward!” at bedtime Saturday night by turning your clocks ahead one hour. The authorities also suggest that you check the batteries in your smoke alarms, CO2 detectors, and Radon detectors and replace them if necessary.

 

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Air Quality Index:

Eugene/Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 16 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Oakridge: The Air Quality Index is 26 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Cottage Grove: The Air Quality Index is 7 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

 

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Home Wood Heating Advisory:

(Posted Daily)

Eugene-Springfield:  GREEN – Burning is Allowed.

OakridgeGREEN – Burning is Allowed.

*Note: Pellet stoves may be used anytime if they produce no visible emissions.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

 

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Advisories:

  • A PERMANENT HEALTH ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR THE SOUTH UMPQUA RIVER BAR. POOLS IN THE BEDROCK ALONG THE RIVERS EDGE ARE KNOWN TO DEVELOP BLUE-GREEN ALGAE (CYANOBACTERIAL) BLOOMS THAT CAN BE HARMFUL TO PETS AND PEOPLE IF ACCIDENTAL INGESTION OCCURS. SIGNS HAVE BEEN POSTED ALONG SEVERAL ACCESS AREAS ALONG THE  RIVER.

 

 

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Forecast for the Southern and lower Mid Willamette Valley including Eugene-Springfield and Albany-Corvallis:

  • Partly cloudy tonight,
  • A mix of clouds and sun with patchy AM fog, increasing clouds to mostly cloudy and a bit warmer Wednesday afternoon, rain likely (70%) Wednesday night (0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with rain and a bit cooler Thursday and breezy (Wind: S  5-10 mph increasing to S 15-25 mph gusts to 45 mph in the afternoon), showers likely (70%) at night and breezy (Wind: SW 15-25 mph decreasing to SW 5-10 mph late at night),
  • Cloudy Friday AM, a mix of clouds and sun and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of showers Friday afternoon, then just partly cloudy at night.
  • lows 34-42 cooling to 37 Friday night highs 58-52.
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Saturday, mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of showers Saturday night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun and a bit warmer Sunday, mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain Sunday night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun and a bit cooler with a slight (20%) chance of rain Monday, mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain Monday night,
  • Then cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of rain Tuesday.
  • highs 58-60 cooling to 53 Tuesday lows 40-42. (seasonal averages high 55 low 36)

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Forecast for Roseburg:

  • Mostly cloudy this evening, just partly cloudy late tonight,
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain and a bit warmer Wednesday afternoon, mostly cloudy with evening rain likely (70%), a good (50%) chance of rain late at night.
  • Mostly cloudy with AM rain likely (70%) showers and a bit cooler Thursday afternoon, showers likely (70%) Thursday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of showers Friday, then just mostly cloudy Friday night.
  • lows 38-43 cooling back to 38 Friday night highs 62-53.
  • Mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of showers Saturday and Saturday night,
  • Just mostly cloudy and a bit warmer Sunday, a slight (20%) chance of showers Sunday night and Monday, a good (50%) chance of rain Monday afternoon (a bit cooler),
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain likely (70%) Tuesday.
  • highs 62-66 cooling to 53 Tuesday lows near 43. (seasonal averages high 57 low 39)

 

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Forecast for The South Oregon Coast Including Coos Bay and North Bend:

  • Mostly cloudy this evening, partly cloudy late tonight,
  • Mostly cloudy with rain likely (70%) Wednesday afternoon and evening (under 0.10 in. of rain possible), a (30%) chance of rain late Wednesday night (0.25 in. of rain possible),
  • AM rain, mostly cloudy and breezy (Wind: S 15-25 mph) with showers and a bit cooler Thursday afternoon, showers likely (70%) at night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers and a bit cooler Friday, then just mostly cloudy Friday night.
  • lows 42-46 cooling to 39 Friday night highs 60-52.
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of showers Saturday and Saturday night,
  • Just mostly cloudy and a bit warmer Sunday, a slight (20%) chance of showers at night,
  • A good (50%) chance of showers and a bit cooler Monday afternoon, rain likely (70%) Monday night,
  • Then rain and a bit cooler Tuesday.
  • highs 55-59 cooling to 52 Tuesday lows near 44. (seasonal averages high 54 low 41)

 

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

  • Partly cloudy tonight,
  • A mix of clouds and sun Wednesday AM, becoming cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of rain in the afternoon, evening rain likely (70%), rain and snow likely (70%) late Wednesday night (0.10 in. of rain possible, 1 in of snow possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with rain and snow  and a bit cooler Thursday (1 in. of snow possible) and windy (Wind: S 10-15 mph gusts to 30 mph increasing to S 20-30 mph gusts to 45 mph), rain and snow showers at night (3-6 in. of snow possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with AM rain and snow showers likely (70%), rain and snow showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Friday afternoon (2 in. of snow possible), then partly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers Friday night.
  • free air freezing level 8,000 ft. falling to 7,500 ft. late tonight, snow level 5,500 ft. Wednesday and Wednesday night, 4,500 ft. Thursday and Thursday night,then 4,000 ft. Friday and Friday night.
  • lows 29-32 cooling to 26 highs 48-37.
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers Saturday, mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers at night,
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Sunday and Sunday night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun and a bit cooler with a slight (20%) chance of rain Monday, mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain Monday night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow Tuesday.
  • snow level 4,000 ft. Saturday, 5,500 ft. Saturday night, free air freezing level 6,000 ft. Sunday, 7,500 ft. Sunday night, snow level 6,500 ft. Monday, 7,000 ft. Monday night, then 5,000 ft. Tuesday.
  • highs 42-37 lows 30-32.

________________

 

**Because weather forecasting is a combination of science, intuition, and timing there can be no absolute guarantees that individual forecasts will be 100% accurate. Nature is in a constant state of flux and sudden unexpected weather events can happen.

________________

Get your local Eugene-Springfield and Lane County news on-line at eugenedailynews.com.

________________


Check out my latest Eugene Daily News Weather Or Not column:

http://eugenedailynews.com/2018/03/art-form-found-resurgence-recently/

__________

Here is my weekly weather quiz question. What are “Detention Basins?”  And no, this has nothing to do with staying after school. The first person to post the correct answer as a comment on this page will win a week of free personalized weather forecasts tailored to your needs.  Good luck.

________________

Upper Level High Pressure Ridge (Shaded “Arch” shape with arrows) will dry us and warm us up a bit until the next Upper Level Low Pressure Trough moves in later this week. The graphics for days 1-3 show the lull in disturbances early this week. The graphics for days 3-7 show what looks to be a strong storm system headed through the Pacific Northwest Friday, then the next frontal systems will be approaching the Pacific Northwest Coast Sunday through next Tuesday.

Note: It looks like Willamette Pass Ski is closed for the season due to a lack of snow, but Hoodoo is open Thursday through Sunday from 9 AM- 4 PM or 9 PM. Mt. Ashland is open and reports all lifts are operating. They will also be open 9 AM until 4 pm March 24th through April 1st for Spring break. Check their websites for details on days of operation and ski conditions.

Note: Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 AM Sunday so remember to “Spring Forward!” at bedtime Saturday night by turning your clocks ahead one hour. The authorities also suggest that you check the batteries in your smoke alarms, CO2 detectors, and Radon detectors and replace them if necessary.

 

________________

Air Quality Index:

Eugene/Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 52 in the Moderate category measuring Particulate Matter.

Oakridge: The Air Quality Index is 41 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Cottage Grove: The Air Quality Index is 34 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

 

__________________

Home Wood Heating Advisory:

(Posted Daily)

Eugene-Springfield:  GREEN – Burning is Allowed.

OakridgeGREEN – Burning is Allowed.

*Note: Pellet stoves may be used anytime if they produce no visible emissions.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

 

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Advisories:

  • A PERMANENT HEALTH ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR THE SOUTH UMPQUA RIVER BAR. POOLS IN THE BEDROCK ALONG THE RIVERS EDGE ARE KNOWN TO DEVELOP BLUE-GREEN ALGAE (CYANOBACTERIAL) BLOOMS THAT CAN BE HARMFUL TO PETS AND PEOPLE IF ACCIDENTAL INGESTION OCCURS. SIGNS HAVE BEEN POSTED ALONG SEVERAL ACCESS AREAS ALONG THE  RIVER.

 

 

________________

 

Forecast for the Southern and lower Mid Willamette Valley including Eugene-Springfield and Albany-Corvallis:

  • Partly cloudy with patchy fog and freezing fog this AM, mostly sunny and a bit warmer this afternoon, partly cloudy tonight,
  • A mix of clouds and sun and a bit cooler Wednesday with a slight (20%) chance of afternoon rain (under 0.10 in. of rain possible), increasing clouds to mostly cloudy with rain likely (70%) Wednesday night (0.50 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with rain and a bit cooler  Thursday, then showers likely (70%) at night.
  • highs 58-54 lows 35-42 cooling to 40 Thursday night.
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of showers Friday, a (30%) chance of showers at night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun and a bit warmer with a (40%) chance of showers Saturday, mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of rain Saturday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a (40%) chance of showers Sunday, then mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain Sunday night and Monday (a bit cooler).
  • highs 52-59 cooling to 53 Monday lows 40-36 warming back to 40 Sunday night. (seasonal averages high 55 low 36)

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Forecast for Roseburg:

  • Sunny with patchy AM fog and freezing fog, partly cloudy and a bit warmer this afternoon, mostly cloudy this evening, just partly cloudy late tonight,
  • Mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of rain and a bit cooler Wednesday afternoon, cloudy with evening rain, a good (50%) chance of rain late at night.
  • Then mostly cloudy with rain and a bit cooler Thursday and Thursday night.
  • highs 63-57 lows 39-42.
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with showers likely (70%) Friday, a (40%) chance of showers Friday night through      Saturday evening, a (40%) chance of rain late Saturday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain Sunday, rain likely (70%) at night,
  • A good (50%) chance of AM rain, then a good (50%) chance of showers Monday afternoon.
  • highs 53-60 cooling to 57 Monday lows 38-42. (seasonal averages high 57 low 39)

 

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Forecast for The South Oregon Coast Including Coos Bay and North Bend:

  • Sunny with patchy AM fog, partly cloudy and a bit warmer this afternoon, mostly cloudy this evening, partly cloudy late tonight,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a (40%) chance of rain Wednesday afternoon (under 0.10 in. of rain possible), evening rain, rain likely (60%) late Wednesday night (0.25 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy and breezy with rain and a bit cooler Thursday and at night.
  • highs 59-53 lows 42-45.
  • Mostly cloudy with showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Friday, a (40%) chance of showers Friday night and Saturday, evening showers, a (40%) chance of showers late Saturday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain Sunday, rain likely (60%) at night,
  • A good (50%) chance of AM rain, then a good (50%) chance of showers and a bit cooler Monday afternoon.
  • highs 52-56 lows 43-39 warming back to 43 Saturday night. (seasonal averages high 54 low 41)

 

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

  • Patchy AM freezing fog, partly cloudy and a bit warmer today and tonight,
  • A mix of clouds and sun and a bit warmer with a (40%) chance of rain or snow Wednesday, rain and snow Wednesday night (1 in of snow possible),
  • Mostly cloudy and breezy with rain and snow  and a bit cooler Thursday (1-4 in. of snow possible), then rain and snow showers at night.
  • free air freezing level 4,500 ft. tonight, 4,500 ft. rising to 6,500 ft. Tuesday afternoon, 7,000 ft. Tuesday night, snow level 5,000 ft. Wednesday and Wednesday night, then snow level 4,500 ft. Thursday and Thursday night.
  • highs 43-38 lows 30-32 cooling to 29 Thursday night.
  • Mostly cloudy with rain and snow showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Friday, a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers Friday night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun Saturday and a bit warmer with a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers, a (40%) chance of rain and snow at night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun with a (40%) chance of rain and snow Sunday, mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain Sunday night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and  bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow Monday.
  • snow level 4,500 ft. Friday, 4,000 ft, Friday night, 3,500 ft. Saturday, 5,500 ft. Saturday night and Sunday, 6,500 ft. Sunday night, then 4,500 ft. Monday.
  • highs 35-42 cooling to 37 Monday lows 26-30.

________________

 

**Because weather forecasting is a combination of science, intuition, and timing there can be no absolute guarantees that individual forecasts will be 100% accurate. Nature is in a constant state of flux and sudden unexpected weather events can happen.

________________

Get your local Eugene-Springfield and Lane County news on-line at eugenedailynews.com.

________________


Check out my latest Eugene Daily News Weather Or Not column:

http://eugenedailynews.com/2018/02/first-dont-succeed-repeat-forecast/

__________

Here is my new weekly weather quiz question. What are “Detention Basins?”  And no, this has nothing to do with staying after school. The first person to post the correct answer as a comment on this page will win a week of free personalized weather forecasts tailored to your needs.  Good luck.

________________

Upper Level High Pressure Ridge (Shaded “Arch” shape with arrows) will dry us and warm us up a bit until the next Upper Level Low Pressure Trough moves in later this week. The graphics for days 1-3 show the lull in disturbances early this week. The graphics for days 3-7 show what looks to be a strong storm system headed through the Pacific Northwest Friday, then the next frontal systems will be approaching the Pacific Northwest Coast Sunday through next Tuesday.

Note: It looks like Willamette Pass Ski is closed for the season due to a lack of snow, but Hoodoo is open Thursday through Sunday from 9 AM- 4 PM or 9 PM. Mt. Ashland is open and reports all lifts are operating. They will also be open 9 AM until 4 pm March 24th through April 1st for Spring break. Check their websites for details on days of operation and ski conditions.

Note: Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 AM Sunday so remember to “Spring Forward!” at bedtime Saturday night by turning your clocks ahead one hour. The authorities also suggest that you check the batteries in your smoke alarms, CO2 detectors, and Radon detectors and replace them if necessary.

 

________________

Air Quality Index:

Eugene/Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 7 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Oakridge: The Air Quality Index is 13 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Cottage Grove: The Air Quality Index is 4 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

 

__________________

Home Wood Heating Advisory:

(Posted Daily)

Eugene-Springfield:  GREEN – Burning is Allowed.

OakridgeGREEN – Burning is Allowed.

*Note: Pellet stoves may be used anytime if they produce no visible emissions.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

 

________________

Advisories:

  • A PERMANENT HEALTH ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR THE SOUTH UMPQUA RIVER BAR. POOLS IN THE BEDROCK ALONG THE RIVERS EDGE ARE KNOWN TO DEVELOP BLUE-GREEN ALGAE (CYANOBACTERIAL) BLOOMS THAT CAN BE HARMFUL TO PETS AND PEOPLE IF ACCIDENTAL INGESTION OCCURS. SIGNS HAVE BEEN POSTED ALONG SEVERAL ACCESS AREAS ALONG THE  RIVER.

 

 

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Forecast for the Southern and lower Mid Willamette Valley including Eugene-Springfield and Albany-Corvallis:

  • Partly cloudy with patchy fog and freezing fog late tonight and Tuesday AM, mostly sunny and a bit warmer in the afternoon, partly cloudy at night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun and a bit cooler Wednesday with a slight (20%) chance of afternoon rain (under 0.10 in. of rain possible), increasing clouds to mostly cloudy with rain likely (70%) Wednesday night (0.50 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with rain and a bit cooler  Thursday, then showers likely (70%) at night.
  • lows 32-42 cooling to 40 Thursday night highs 58-54.
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of showers Friday, a (30%) chance of showers at night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun and a bit warmer with a (40%) chance of showers Saturday, mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of rain Saturday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a (40%) chance of showers Sunday, then mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain Sunday night and Monday (a bit cooler).
  • highs 52-59 cooling to 53 Monday lows 40-36 warming back to 40 Sunday night. (seasonal averages high 55 low 36)

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Forecast for Roseburg:

  • Mostly clear tonight,
  • Sunny with patchy AM fog and freezing fog, partly cloudy and a bit warmer Tuesday afternoon, mostly cloudy in the evening, just partly cloudy Tuesday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of rain and a bit cooler Wednesday afternoon, cloudy with evening rain, a good (50%) chance of rain late at night.
  • Then mostly cloudy with rain and a bit cooler Thursday and Thursday night.
  • lows 33-42 highs 63-57.
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with showers likely (70%) Friday, a (40%) chance of showers Friday night through      Saturday evening, a (40%) chance of rain late Saturday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain Sunday, rain likely (70%) at night,
  • A good (50%) chance of AM rain, then a good (50%) chance of showers Monday afternoon.
  • highs 53-60 cooling to 57 Monday lows 38-42. (seasonal averages high 57 low 39)

 

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Forecast for The South Oregon Coast Including Coos Bay and North Bend:

  • Mostly clear tonight,
  • Sunny with patchy AM fog, partly cloudy and a bit warmer Tuesday afternoon, mostly cloudy in the evening, partly cloudy late at night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a (40%) chance of rain Wednesday afternoon (under 0.10 in. of rain possible), evening rain, rain likely (60%) late Wednesday night (0.25 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy and breezy with rain and a bit cooler Thursday and at night.
  • lows 36-45 highs 59-53.
  • Mostly cloudy with showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Friday, a (40%) chance of showers Friday night and Saturday, evening showers, a (40%) chance of showers late Saturday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain Sunday, rain likely (60%) at night,
  • A good (50%) chance of AM rain, then a good (50%) chance of showers and a bit cooler Monday afternoon.
  • highs 52-56 lows 43-39 warming back to 43 Saturday night. (seasonal averages high 54 low 41)

 

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

  • Mostly clear with patchy freezing fog late tonight,
  • Patchy AM freezing fog, partly cloudy and a bit warmer Tuesday and at night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun and a bit warmer with a (40%) chance of rain or snow Wednesday, rain and snow Wednesday night (1 in of snow possible),
  • Mostly cloudy and breezy with rain and snow  and a bit cooler Thursday (1-4 in. of snow possible), then rain and snow showers at night.
  • free air freezing level 4,500 ft. tonight, 4,500 ft. rising to 6,500 ft. Tuesday afternoon, 7,000 ft. Tuesday night, snow level 5,000 ft. Wednesday and Wednesday night, then snow level 4,500 ft. Thursday and Thursday night.
  • lows 23-32 cooling to 29 Thursday night highs 43-38.
  • Mostly cloudy with rain and snow showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Friday, a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers Friday night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun Saturday and a bit warmer with a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers, a (40%) chance of rain and snow at night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun with a (40%) chance of rain and snow Sunday, mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain Sunday night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and  bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow Monday.
  • snow level 4,500 ft. Friday, 4,000 ft, Friday night, 3,500 ft. Saturday, 5,500 ft. Saturday night and Sunday, 6,500 ft. Sunday night, then 4,500 ft. Monday.
  • highs 35-42 cooling to 37 Monday lows 26-30.

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**Because weather forecasting is a combination of science, intuition, and timing there can be no absolute guarantees that individual forecasts will be 100% accurate. Nature is in a constant state of flux and sudden unexpected weather events can happen.

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Get your local Eugene-Springfield and Lane County news on-line at eugenedailynews.com.

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Check out my latest Eugene Daily News Weather Or Not column:

http://eugenedailynews.com/2018/02/first-dont-succeed-repeat-forecast/

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Here is my new weekly weather quiz question. What are “Detention Basins?”  And no, this has nothing to do with staying after school. The first person to post the correct answer as a comment on this page will win a week of free personalized weather forecasts tailored to your needs.  Good luck.

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Another Upper Level Low Pressure Trough (Shaded “U” shape with arrows) is slowly moving eastward. Short-lived Upper High Pressure Ridge (Shaded “Arch” shape with arrows) will dry us and warm us up a bit until the next Upper Level Low Pressure Trough moves in. The graphics for days 1-3 show the lull in disturbances early this week. The graphics for days 3-7 show what looks to be a strong storm system headed toward the Pacific Northwest late Wednesday through Thursday, then the next frontal system will be approaching the Pacific Northwest Coast by a week from today.

Note: It looks like Willamette Pass Ski is closed for the season due to a lack of snow, but Hoodoo is open Wednesday through Saturday from 9 AM- 9 PM. Mt. Ashland is open and report all lifts are operating. They will also be open 9  AM until 4 pm March 24th through April 1st for Spring break. Check their websites for details on days of operation and ski conditions.

Note: Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 AM Sunday March 11th so remember to “Spring Forward!” at bedtime Saturday night by turning your clocks ahead one hour. The authorities also suggest that you check the batteries in your smoke alarms, CO2 detectors, and Radon detectors and replace them if necessary.

 

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Air Quality Index:

Eugene/Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 50 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Oakridge: The Air Quality Index is 40 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Cottage Grove: The Air Quality Index is 14 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

 

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Home Wood Heating Advisory:

(Posted Daily)

Eugene-Springfield:  GREEN – Burning is Allowed.

OakridgeGREEN – Burning is Allowed.

*Note: Pellet stoves may be used anytime if they produce no visible emissions.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

 

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Advisories:

  • A PERMANENT HEALTH ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR THE SOUTH UMPQUA RIVER BAR. POOLS IN THE BEDROCK ALONG THE RIVERS EDGE ARE KNOWN TO DEVELOP BLUE-GREEN ALGAE (CYANOBACTERIAL) BLOOMS THAT CAN BE HARMFUL TO PETS AND PEOPLE IF ACCIDENTAL INGESTION OCCURS. SIGNS HAVE BEEN POSTED ALONG SEVERAL ACCESS AREAS ALONG THE  RIVER.

 

 

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Forecast for the Southern and lower Mid Willamette Valley including Eugene-Springfield and Albany-Corvallis:

  • Partly cloudy to mostly sunny and a bit warmer this afternoon, partly cloudy with patchy fog late tonight and Tuesday AM, partly cloudy in the afternoon and at night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun Wednesday, increasing clouds to mostly cloudy with rain likely (70%) Wednesday night.
  • highs near 55 lows 32-40.
  • Mostly cloudy with rain likely (70%) Thursday and Thursday night,
  • A bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of showers Friday, mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers at night and Saturday (a bit warmer), a (30%) chance of rain Saturday night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of showers Sunday.
  • highs 54-52 warming to 58 Sunday lows 40-36. (seasonal averages high 54 low 36)

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Forecast for Roseburg:

  • Mostly cloudy with patchy AM fog and freezing fog, becoming sunny and a bit warmer today, partly cloudy tonight,
  • Partly cloudy with patchy AM fog, partly cloudy and a bit warmer Tuesday afternoon, mostly cloudy in the evening, just partly cloudy Tuesday night,
  • A slight (20%) chance of rain and a bit cooler Wednesday afternoon, then rain likely (70%) at night.
  • highs 57-62 cooling to 60 Wednesday lows 33-43.
  • Mostly cloudy with rain and a bit cooler Thursday and Thursday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with showers likely (70%) Friday AM, rain and snow showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler in the afternoon, a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers Friday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of AM rain and snow showers, a (30%) chance of showers and a bit warmer Saturday afternoon, then mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a (30%) chance of showers Saturday night and Sunday.
  • highs 55-52 warming to 62 Sunday lows 42-36 warming to 40 Saturday night. (seasonal averages high 57 low 39)

 

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Forecast for The South Oregon Coast Including Coos Bay and North Bend:

  • Mostly cloudy with patchy AM fog, partly cloudy and a bit warmer this afternoon and tonight,
  • Patchy AM fog, partly cloudy and a bit warmer Tuesday, mostly cloudy in the evening, partly cloudy late Tuesday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a slight (20%) chance of rain Wednesday afternoon, then rain likely (60%) Wednesday night.
  • highs 54-58 cooling back to 54 Wednesday lows 38-46.
  • Mostly cloudy with rain and a bit cooler Thursday and Thursday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with AM showers likely (70%), rain and snow showers and a bit cooler Friday afternoon, mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers Friday night,
  • Rain and snow showers and a bit cooler Saturday, then mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with rain and snow showers Saturday night and Sunday.
  • highs 54-52 warming back to 54 Sunday lows 43-39 warming back to 43 Saturday night. (seasonal averages high 54 low 41)

 

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

  • A mix of clouds and sun and a bit warmer today, partly cloudy tonight through Tuesday night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun and a bit cooler Wednesday, becoming mostly cloudy with rain likely (70% ) at night.
  • free air freezing level 4,000 ft. today, 4,500 ft. tonight, at the surface rising to 4,500 ft. Tuesday afternoon, 6,500 ft. Tuesday night, then 5,500 ft. Wednesday and Wednesday night.
  • highs 38-46 cooling to 44 Wednesday lows 24-32.
  • Mostly cloudy with rain likely (70%) and a bit cooler Thursday, rain at night,
  • Mostly cloudy with showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Friday, a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers Friday night and Saturday (a bit warmer), a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers Saturday night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers Sunday.
  • snow level 4,500 ft. Thursday and Thursday night, 3,500 ft. Friday, 3,000 ft, Friday night and Saturday, 4,500 ft. Saturday night, then 3,500 ft. Sunday.
  • highs 38-33 warming back to 38 Saturday and Sunday lows 30-25.

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**Because weather forecasting is a combination of science, intuition, and timing there can be no absolute guarantees that individual forecasts will be 100% accurate. Nature is in a constant state of flux and sudden unexpected weather events can happen.

________________

Get your local Eugene-Springfield and Lane County news on-line at eugenedailynews.com.

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Check out my latest Eugene Daily News Weather Or Not column:

http://eugenedailynews.com/2018/02/first-dont-succeed-repeat-forecast/

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Here is my weekly weather quiz question for the last time. What is a “Derecho?” Here is the correct answer. A Derecho (Pronounced day-RAY-cho) is a widespread and usually fast-moving windstorm associated with convection. Derechos include any family of downburst clusters produced by an extratropical MCS (Mesoscale Convective System), and can produce damaging straight-line winds over areas hundreds of miles long and more than 100 miles across. I’ll have a new weekly weather quiz question for you starting Monday. The first person to post the correct answer as a comment on this page will win a week of free personalized weather forecasts tailored to your needs.  Good luck.

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Another Upper Level Low Pressure Trough (Shaded “U” shape with arrows) is slowly moving eastward. Short-lived Upper High Pressure Ridge (Shaded “Arch” shape with arrows) will dry us and warm us up a bit until the next Upper Level Low Pressure Trough moves in. The graphics for days 1-3 show the lull in disturbances early next week. The graphics for days 3-7 show what looks to be a strong storm system headed toward the Pacific Northwest  late Wednesday through Thursday, then the next frontal system will be approaching the Pacific Northwest Coast by a week from Monday.

Note: It looks like Willamette Pass Ski is closed for the season due to a lack of snow, but Hoodoo is open Wednesday through Saturday from 9 AM- 9 PM. Mt. Ashland is open and report all lifts are operating. They will also be open 9  AM until 4 pm March 24th through April 1st for Spring break. Check their websites for details on days of operation and ski conditions.

Note: Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 AM Sunday March 11th so remember to “Spring Forward!” at bedtime Saturday night by turning your clocks ahead one hour. The authorities also suggest that you check the batteries in your smoke alarms, CO2 detectors, and Radon detectors and replace them if necessary.

 

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Air Quality Index:

Eugene/Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 6 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Oakridge: The Air Quality Index is 10 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Cottage Grove: The Air Quality Index is 4 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

 

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Home Wood Heating Advisory:

(Posted Daily)

Eugene-Springfield:  GREEN – Burning is Allowed.

OakridgeGREEN – Burning is Allowed.

*Note: Pellet stoves may be used anytime if they produce no visible emissions.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

 

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Advisories:

  • A PERMANENT HEALTH ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR THE SOUTH UMPQUA RIVER BAR. POOLS IN THE BEDROCK ALONG THE RIVERS EDGE ARE KNOWN TO DEVELOP BLUE-GREEN ALGAE (CYANOBACTERIAL) BLOOMS THAT CAN BE HARMFUL TO PETS AND PEOPLE IF ACCIDENTAL INGESTION OCCURS. SIGNS HAVE BEEN POSTED ALONG SEVERAL ACCESS AREAS ALONG THE  RIVER.

 

 

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Forecast for the Southern and lower Mid Willamette Valley including Eugene-Springfield and Albany-Corvallis:

  • Mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of showers tonight and patchy fog late,
  • Mostly cloudy Monday AM, partly cloudy and a bit warmer with a (20%) chance of showers in the afternoon, partly cloudy with patchy fog late at night and Tuesday AM, partly cloudy in the afternoon and at night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun Wednesday, increasing clouds to mostly cloudy with rain likely (70%) Wednesday night.
  • lows 32-40 highs near 55.
  • Mostly cloudy with rain likely (70%) Thursday and Thursday night,
  • A bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of showers Friday, mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers at night and Saturday (a bit warmer), a (30%) chance of rain Saturday night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of showers Sunday.
  • highs 54-52 warming to 58 Sunday lows 40-36. (seasonal averages high 54 low 36)

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Forecast for Roseburg:

  • Mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of evening showers, just mostly cloudy at night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, evening snow level 3,000 ft.), just mostly cloudy late tonight,
  • Mostly cloudy with patchy AM fog and freezing fog, becoming sunny and a bit warmer Monday, partly cloudy Monday night,
  • Partly cloudy with patchy AM fog, partly cloudy and a bit warmer Tuesday afternoon, mostly cloudy in the evening, just partly cloudy Tuesday night,
  • A slight (20%) chance of rain and a bit cooler Wednesday afternoon, then rain likely (70%) at night.
  • lows 33-43 highs 57-62 cooling to 60 Wednesday.
  • Mostly cloudy with rain and a bit cooler Thursday and Thursday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with showers likely (70%) Friday AM, rain and snow showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler in the afternoon, a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers Friday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of AM rain and snow showers, a (30%) chance of showers and a bit warmer Saturday afternoon, then mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a (30%) chance of showers Saturday night and Sunday.
  • highs 55-52 warming to 62 Sunday lows 42-36 warming to 40 Saturday night. (seasonal averages high 57 low 39)

 

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Forecast for The South Oregon Coast Including Coos Bay and North Bend:

  • Mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of evening showers, just mostly cloudy late tonight,
  • Mostly cloudy with patchy AM fog, partly cloudy and a bit warmer Monday afternoon and at night,
  • Patchy AM fog, partly cloudy and a bit warmer Tuesday, mostly cloudy in the evening, partly cloudy late Tuesday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a slight (20%) chance of rain Wednesday afternoon, then rain likely (60%) Wednesday night.
  • lows 38-46 highs 54-58 cooling back to 54 Wednesday.
  • Mostly cloudy with rain and a bit cooler Thursday and Thursday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with AM showers likely (70%), rain and snow showers and a bit cooler Friday afternoon, mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers Friday night,
  • Rain and snow showers and a bit cooler Saturday, then mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with rain and snow showers Saturday night and Sunday.
  • highs 54-52 warming back to 54 Sunday lows 43-39 warming back to 43 Saturday night. (seasonal averages high 54 low 41)

 

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of evening showers, a slight (20%) chance of snow showers late tonight,
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Monday through Tuesday night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun and a bit cooler Wednesday, becoming mostly cloudy with rain and snow likely (70%) at night.
  • snow level 2,500 ft. tonight, free air freezing level at the surface Monday, 4,500 ft. Monday night, at the surface rising to 4,500 ft. Tuesday afternoon, 6,500 ft. falling to 6,000 ft. late Tuesday night, then 5,500 ft. Wednesday and Wednesday night.
  • lows 20-31 highs 38-46 cooling to 44 Wednesday.
  • Mostly cloudy with rain and snow likely (70%) and a bit cooler Thursday, rain and snow at night,
  • Mostly cloudy with rain and snow showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Friday, a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers Friday night and Saturday (a bit warmer), a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers Saturday night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers Sunday.
  • snow level 4,500 ft. Thursday and Thursday night, 3,500 ft. Friday, 3,000 ft, Friday night and Saturday, 4,500 ft. Saturday night, then 3,500 ft. Sunday.
  • highs 38-33 warming back to 38 Sunday lows 30-25.

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**Because weather forecasting is a combination of science, intuition, and timing there can be no absolute guarantees that individual forecasts will be 100% accurate. Nature is in a constant state of flux and sudden unexpected weather events can happen.

________________

Get your local Eugene-Springfield and Lane County news on-line at eugenedailynews.com.

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