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

http://eugenedailynews.com/2018/03/we-need-them-when-that-orange-orb-in-the-sky-finally-peeks-out/

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Here is my weekly weather quiz question. What is a “Diablo Wind?”   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 in sending moisture filled storms our way. The graphics for days 1-3 show the complex frontal system that moved through today. The graphics for days 3-7 show the next frontal system that will be moving into the Pacific Northwest next Wednesday through Friday.

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.

 

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Air Quality Index:

Eugene/Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 29 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Oakridge: The Air Quality Index is 4 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 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 showers tonight (under 0.10 in. of rain possible), patchy fog late night,
  • Patchy AM fog with a (40%) chance of showers, showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler in the afternoon, a slight (20%) chance of showers Saturday night with patchy fog again late,
  • Mostly cloudy with patchy AM fog and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of showers Sunday, a slight (20%) chance of evening showers, patchy fog late Sunday night,
  • Patchy AM fog, then partly cloudy and a bit warmer Monday and at night.
  • lows 36-34 highs 48-56.
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Tuesday, a slight (20%) chance of evening rain, rain likely (70%) at night through Wednesday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain likely (70%) Thursday, then showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Thursday night and Friday.
  • highs 58-47 lows 40-42 cooling to 35 Thursday night. (seasonal averages high 57 low 37)

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Forecast for Roseburg:

  • Mostly cloudy with early evening snow showers, showers likely (70%) late this evening, a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers late tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible, 1 in. of snow possible, snow level 2,500 ft. late at night),
  • Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of AM rain and snow showers, showers likely (60%) Saturday afternoon (0.10 in. of rain possible), a slight (20%) chance of showers with patchy fog late Saturday night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible) and Sunday AM, mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a (2%) chance of showers Sunday afternoon and evening, just mostly cloudy Sunday night,
  • Then partly cloudy and a bit warmer Monday and at night.
  • lows 38-36 warming back to 38 Monday night highs 52-59.
  • Partly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of AM rain, mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of rain Tuesday afternoon, mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain Tuesday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain likely (60%) Wednesday and at night,
  • Showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Thursday, a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers and colder Thursday night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain and snow likely (60%) Friday.
  • highs 63-49 lows 42-44 cooling to 37 Thursday night. (seasonal averages high 58 low 39)

 

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

  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers tonight (under 0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • A good (50%) chance of coastal showers Saturday while showers likely (70%) inland (0.10 in. of rain possible), a slight (20%) chance of showers with patchy fog at night and Sunday AM, a slight (20%) chance of showers and a bit warmer in the afternoon, just mostly cloudy at night,
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Monday and Monday night.
  • lows 38-42 highs 49-56.
  • Partly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain Tuesday AM, mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of rain in the afternoon, a good (50%) chance of rain Tuesday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with rain and a bit cooler Wednesday and at night,
  • Showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Thursday, a good (50%) chance of showers Thursday night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with showers likely (60%) Friday.
  • highs 60-48 lows 44-39. (seasonal averages high 54 low 42)

 

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

  • Mostly cloudy with evening rain and snow showers likely (70%), rain and snow showers likely (70%) late tonight (0.25 in. of rain possible, 2-4 in. of snow possible),
  • AM snow showers likely (70%), rain and snow showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Saturday afternoon and evening (0.25 in. of rain possible, 1-4 in. of snow possible), a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers late Saturday night (0.10 in. of rain possible, 1 in. of snow possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of snow showers and a bit warmer Sunday, a slight (20%) chance of evening rain and snow showers, a slight (20%) chance of snow showers late at night,
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers Monday, then just partly cloudy Monday night.
  • snow level 3,000 ft. tonight, 2,500 ft. Saturday and Saturday night, 2,000 ft. Sunday, 3,000 ft. Sunday night, 3,500 ft. Monday, then free air freezing level 5,000 ft. Monday night.
  • lows 24-22 warming to 25 Monday night highs 32-40.
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Tuesday and in the evening, mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain and snow late Tuesday night,
  • A good (50%) chance of AM rain and snow, a bit warmer with rain and snow likely (70%) Wednesday afternoon and evening, a good (50%) chance of rain and snow Wednesday night,
  • Cloudy with rain and a good (50%) chance of snow Thursday AM, rain and snow, heavy at times, and a bit cooler in the afternoon, snow showers likely (70%) Thursday night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with snow showers likely (70%) and possibly heavy at times Friday.
  •  snow level 5,500 ft. Wednesday, 6,000 ft. Wednesday night, 5,500 ft. falling to 3,500 ft. Thursday, at the surface Thursday night, then 1,500 ft. Friday.
  • highs 44-32 lows 30-32 cooling to 22 Thursday night.

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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/we-need-them-when-that-orange-orb-in-the-sky-finally-peeks-out/

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Here is my weekly weather quiz question. What is a “Diablo Wind?”   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 in sending moisture filled storms our way. The graphics for days 1-3 show that complex frontal system that’s moving in today. The graphics for days 3-7 show the next frontal system that will be moving toward the Pacific Northwest next Wednesday and 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.

 

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Air Quality Index:

Eugene/Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 9 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Oakridge: The Air Quality Index is 17 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 WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM TODAY FOR THE NORTHERN OREGON CASCADES.
  • A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM TODAY 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 a (40%) chance of isolated AM showers, a (40%) chance of scattered showers this afternoon (under 0.10 in. of rain possible), a good (50%) chance of showers tonight and Saturday, a (40%) chance of evening showers, a slight (20%) chance of showers late Saturday night,
  •  Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a good (50%) chance of showers Sunday, a (40%) chance of evening showers, then a slight (20%) chance of showers late at night.
  • highs 49-52 lows 36-34.
  • A slight (20%) chance of AM showers, a mix of clouds and sun and a bit warmer Monday afternoon, partly cloudy at night,
  • Partly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of showers Tuesday afternoon and evening, a (30%) chance of showers at night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers Wednesday, a good (50%) chance of evening rain, rain likely (70%) late Wednesday night and Thursday AM, then a good (50%) chance of showers Thursday afternoon.
  • highs 55-50 lows 34-39. (seasonal averages high 56 low 37)

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Forecast for Roseburg:

  • Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers and a bit warmer today (0.10 in. of rain possible, 1 in. of snow possible, snow level 1,500 ft. rising to 2,000 ft.), a good (50%) chance of evening showers, a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers late tonight (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 3,000 ft. falling to 2,500 ft. late at night),
  • Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers Saturday,  (30%) chance of rain and snow showers Saturday night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers Sunday and Sunday night.
  • highs 52-55 lows near 37.
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Monday through Tuesday,  mostly cloudy with a slight  (20%) chance of rain Tuesday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of rain Wednesday, rain likely (60%) at night,
  • Then showers likely (70%) Thursday.
  • highs 60-53 lows 37-43. (seasonal averages high 58 low 39)

 

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

  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of coastal showers today while a good (50%) chance of AM inland rain and snow showers with a good (50%) chance of inland showers this afternoon (0.25 in. of rain possible, (snow level 1,500 ft.rising to 2,000 ft. this afternoon), a (40%) chance of showers late tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers Saturday, a (30%) chance of showers at night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of showers Sunday and a bit warmer, then a slight (20%) chance of showers at night.
  • highs near 50 lows 40-38.
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of showers Monday, partly cloudy Monday night and Tuesday, mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain Tuesday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain Wednesday, rain likely (70%) at night,
  • Then showers likely (70%) Thursday.
  • highs 57-52 lows 40-44. (seasonal averages high 54 low 42)

 

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

  • Mostly cloudy with scattered snow showers and a bit cooler today (1-3 in. of snow possible), a good (50%) chance of evening rain and snow showers, a good (50%) chance of snow showers late Friday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with AM snow showers likely (70%), a good (50%) chance of snow showers Saturday afternoon and evening, a good (50%) chance of snow showers late Saturday night (1 in. of snow possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of AM snow showers, a bit warmer with a (40%) chance of snow showers Sunday afternoon and evening, then a slight (20%) chance of snow showers late at night.
  • snow level 2,000 ft. today, 2,500 ft. tonight through Saturday night, then 2,000 ft. Sunday and Sunday night.
  • highs 35-33 lows near 22.
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Monday and Monday night,
  • Partly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers and a bit warmer Tuesday, mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of rain and a slight (20%) chance of snow in the evening, just mostly cloudy Tuesday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers Wednesday, a good (50%) chance of rain and snow Wednesday night and Thursday AM, then a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers and a bit cooler Thursday afternoon.
  • free air freezing level 4,000 ft. Monday and Monday night, snow level 4,500 ft. Tuesday afternoon and Tuesday night, 5,000 ft. Wednesday, 5,500 ft. Wednesday night, then 4,000 ft. Thursday.
  • highs 38-42 cooling back to 38 Thursday lows 23-30.

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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/2018/03/we-need-them-when-that-orange-orb-in-the-sky-finally-peeks-out/

__________

Here is my weekly weather quiz question. What is a “Diablo Wind?”   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.

________________

An Upper Level Low Pressure Trough (Shaded “U” shape with arrows) moves in sending moisture filled storms our way. The graphics for days 1-3 show that complex frontal system that will move  in Friday. The graphics for days 3-7 show the next frontal system that will be moving toward the Pacific Northwest next Wednesday and Thursday.

Note: Willamette Pass Ski is closed for the season due to a lack of snow, but Hoodoo is open Thursday through Monday 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.

 

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Air Quality Index:

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

Oakridge: The Air Quality Index is 5 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 WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING UNTIL 9 AM FRIDAY FOR THE NORTHERN OREGON CASCADES.
  • A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM FRIDAY 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 evening showers and a slight (20%) chance of thunderstorms, a good (50%) chance of showers late tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible, more in storms),
  • Mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of AM showers, a (40%) chance of showers Friday afternoon (under 0.10 in. of rain possible), a good (50%) chance of showers at night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible) and Saturday, a (40%) chance of evening showers, a slight (20%) chance of showers late Saturday night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a good (50%) chance of showers Sunday, a (40%) chance of evening showers, then a slight (20%) chance of showers late at night.
  • lows 33-36 cooling to 34 Saturday night and Sunday night highs 49-52.
  • A slight (20%) chance of AM showers, a mix of clouds and sun and a bit warmer Monday afternoon, just partly cloudy Monday night,
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of showers Tuesday afternoon, a slight (20%) chance of evening showers, a (30%) chance of showers late Tuesday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers Wednesday, a good (50%) chance of evening rain, rain likely (70%) at night and Thursday AM, then a bit cooler a good (50%) chance of showers Thursday afternoon.
  • highs 55-50 lows 34-39. (seasonal averages high 56 low 37)

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Forecast for Roseburg:

  • Cloudy with evening rain and snow showers, rain and snow showers likely (70%) late tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible, 1 in. of snow possible, snow level 2,500 ft. falling to 2,000 ft. late tonight),
  • Mostly cloudy with rain and snow showers likely (70%) and a bit warmer Friday (0.10 in. of rain possible, 1 in. of snow possible, snow level 1,500 ft. rising to 2,000 ft.), a (40%) chance of evening showers, a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers late Friday night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 3,000 ft. falling to 2,500 ft. late at night),
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers Saturday (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 2,000 ft. rising to 3,000 ft. in the afternoon), a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers Saturday night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 2,500 ft.),
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers Sunday and at night.
  • lows near 36 highs 52-55.
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Monday through Tuesday, mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain Tuesday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of rain Wednesday, rain likely (70%) at night,
  • Then showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Thursday.
  • highs 59-53 lows 37-43. (seasonal averages high 58 low 39)

 

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

  • Mostly cloudy with coastal showers and a slight (20%) chance of thunderstorms tonight while inland evening showers and  slight (20%) chance of thunderstorms with inland rain and snow showers likely (70%) late tonight (0.25 in. of rain possible, snow level 2,000 ft. late tonight),
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a (40%) chance of coastal showers Friday while a (30%) chance of inland AM rain and snow showers with a (30%) chance of showers in the afternoon (0.10 in. of rain possible, AM snow level 1,500 ft. rising to 2,000 ft.), a (30%) chance of showers Friday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers Saturday (under 0.10 in. of rain possible), a (30%) chance of showers at night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of showers Sunday and a bit warmer, a slight (20%) chance of showers Sunday night.
  • lows 38-40 cooling back to 38 Sunday  night highs 50-52.
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of snow showers Monday, partly cloudy and a bit warmer Monday night and Tuesday, mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain Tuesday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a (40%) chance of rain Wednesday, rain likely (70%) at night,
  • Then showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Thursday.
  • highs 56-52 lows 40-44. (seasonal averages high 54 low 42)

 

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

  • Cloudy with evening rain and snow showers, a good (50%) chance of snow showers late tonight (0.25 in. of rain possible, 1-3 in. of snow possible),
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of snow showers Friday (0.10 in. of rain possible, 1 in. of snow possible), a good (50%) chance of evening rain and snow showers, a good (50%) chance of snow showers late Friday night (0.10 in. of rain possible, 1 in. of snow possible),
  • AM snow showers likely (70%), a good (50%) chance of snow showers Saturday afternoon (2 in. of snow possible), a good (50%) chance of evening rain and snow showers, a good (50%) chance of snow showers late Saturday night (1 in. of snow possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of AM snow showers, a (40%) chance of snow showers and a bit warmer Sunday afternoon, a (40%) chance of evening rain and snow showers, a slight (20%) chance of snow showers late at night.
  • snow level 2,500 ft. tonight, 2,000 ft. Friday, 2,500 ft. Friday night through Saturday night, 2,000 ft. Sunday, then 2,500 ft. Sunday night.
  • lows near 22 highs 33-35.
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Monday and Monday night,
  • Partly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers and a bit warmer Tuesday afternoon, mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of evening rain and snow showers, just mostly cloudy late Tuesday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers and a bit warmer Wednesday, a good (50%) chance of rain and snow at night,
  • Cloudy and a bit cooler with a (40%) chance of AM rain and snow, then a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers Thursday afternoon.
  • free air freezing level 4,000 ft. Monday and Monday night, snow level 4,500 ft. Tuesday, and Tuesday night, 5,000 ft. Wednesday, 5,500 ft. Wednesday night, then 4,000 ft. Thursday.
  • highs 38-42 cooling back to 38 Wednesday night lows 23-30.

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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.

________________

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/we-need-them-when-that-orange-orb-in-the-sky-finally-peeks-out/

__________

Here is my weekly weather quiz question. What is a “Diablo Wind?”   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.

________________

An Upper Level Low Pressure Trough (Shaded “U” shape with arrows) moves in sending moisture filled storms our way. The graphics for days 1-3 show that complex frontal system that hillside in Friday. The graphics for days 3-7 show the next frontal system that will be moving toward the Pacific Northwest next Wednesday and Thursday.

Note: Willamette Pass Ski is closed for the season due to a lack of snow, but Hoodoo is open Thursday through Monday 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.

 

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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 29 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Cottage Grove: The Air Quality Index is 8 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 showers and a slight (20%) chance of thunderstorms and a bit cooler this afternoon (0.10 in. of rain possible, more in storms), evening showers likely (70%) and a slight (20%) chance of thunderstorms, a good (50%) chance of showers late tonight (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, more in storms),
  • Mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of AM showers, a good (50%) chance of showers Friday afternoon (under 0.10 in. of rain possible) through Saturday, a (40%) chance of evening showers, a slight (20%) chance of showers at night.
  • highs near 50 lows 33-36 cooling back to 33 Friday night.
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a good (50%) chance of showers Sunday, a slight (20%) chance of evening showers, partly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of showers late Sunday night,
  • Partly cloudy Monday through Tuesday evening, becoming mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of rain late Tuesday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain Wednesday,
  • highs 52-56 lows 34-38. (seasonal averages high 56 low 37)

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Forecast for Roseburg:

  • Mostly cloudy with rain and snow showers and a bit cooler this afternoon (0.10 in. of rain possible, 1 in. of snow possible, snow level 2,000 ft. rising to 2,500 ft.), cloudy with evening rain and snow showers, rain and snow showers likely (70%) late tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible, 1 in. of snow possible, snow level 2,500 ft. falling to 2,000 ft. late tonight),
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers and a bit warmer Friday (0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 1,500 ft. rising to 2,500 ft.), a (30%) chance of evening showers, a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers late Friday night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 3,000 ft. falling to 2,500 ft. late at night),
  • Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers Saturday (snow level 2,500 ft. rising to 3,000 ft. in the afternoon) and Saturday night.
  • highs 50-52 lows near 37.
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers Sunday and Sunday night,
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Monday, mostly clear in the evening, partly cloudy at night and Tuesday, mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of showers Tuesday night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a slight (20%) chance of showers Wednesday.
  • highs 53-62 cooling to 59 Wednesday lows 36-42. (seasonal averages high 58 low 39)

 

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

  • Mostly cloudy with showers today (0.25 in. of rain possible), coastal showers and a slight (20%) chance of thunderstorms this evening with showers likely (70%) and a slight (20%) chance of thunderstorms late tonight while inland evening showers and inland showers likely late tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 2,000 ft. late at night),
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a (40%) chance of coastal showers Friday while a (%) chance of inland AM rain and snow showers with a (%) chance of showers in the afternoon (0.10 in. of rain possible, AM snow level 2,000 ft.), a (30%) chance of showers Friday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers Saturday and at night.
  • highs near 50 lows near 38.
  • Mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of showers Sunday and a bit warmer, a slight (20%) chance of showers at night,
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Monday, partly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain Monday night and Tuesday AM, mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain in the afternoon, a (30%) chance of rain Tuesday night,
  • Then mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers Wednesday.
  • highs 52-57 cooling to 55 Wednesday lows 38-43. (seasonal averages high 54 low 42)

 

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

  • Mostly cloudy with rain and snow showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler this afternoon (1-3 in. of snow possible), cloudy with evening rain and snow showers likely (70%), a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers late  tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible, 1-3 in. of snow possible),
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of snow showers Friday (1-3 in. of snow possible), a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers Friday night (1 in. of snow possible),
  • AM snow showers likely (70%), a good (50%) chance of snow showers and a bit cooler Saturday afternoon (2 in. of snow possible), a good (50%) chance of evening rain and snow showers, a good (50%) chance of snow showers late Saturday night (1 in. of snow possible).
  • snow level 1,500 ft. rising to 3,000 ft. today, 2,500 ft. tonight, 2,000 ft. Friday, then 2,500 ft. Friday night through Saturday night.
  • highs 35-33 lows near 22.
  • Mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of snow showers and a bit warmer Sunday, a (40%) chance of evening rain and snow showers, a slight (20%) chance of snow showers late at night,
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Monday and Monday night,
  • Partly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers and a bit warmer Tuesday, mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of rain and a slight (20%) chance of snow in the evening, then a (40%) chance of rain and snow late Tuesday night and Wednesday.
  • snow level 2,000 ft. Sunday, 2,500 ft. Sunday night, free air freezing level 4,000 ft. Monday,  5,500 ft. Monday night, snow level 4,000 ft. Tuesday, 4,500 ft. Tuesday night, the 5,000 ft. Wednesday.
  • highs 36-42 lows 22-28.

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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:

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An Upper Level Low Pressure Trough (Shaded “U” shape with arrows) moves in sending moisture filled storms our way. The graphics for days 1-3 show that complex frontal system that moved through Tuesday and the next one approaching the coast Thursday morning and then sliding southward along the coast. The graphics for days 3-7 show the next frontal system that will be moving toward the Pacific Northwest next Tuesday and Wednesday, but will slide southward like the one 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.

 

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Air Quality Index:

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

Oakridge: The Air Quality Index is 5 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:

  • Becoming mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of showers and thunderstorms this evening, a bit cooler with a slight (20%) chance of showers late tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible, more in storms),
  • Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of AM showers, showers likely (70%) with a slight (20%) chance of thunderstorms and a bit cooler Thursday afternoon and evening (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, more in storms), a good (50%) chance of showers late at night (0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers Friday (0.10 in. of rain possible) through Saturday night.
  • lows near 35 highs near 50.
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a (40%) chance of showers Sunday, a slight (20%) chance of showers Sunday night,
  • Partly cloudy Monday through Tuesday, becoming mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of rain Tuesday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain Wednesday,
  • highs 52-56 lows 34-38. (seasonal averages high 56 low 37)

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Forecast for Roseburg:

  • Mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of evening showers, partly cloudy a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers late tonight (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 2,000 ft. late tonight),
  • AM rain and snow showers likely (70%), rain and snow showers and a bit cooler Thursday afternoon (0.10 in. of rain possible), cloudy with evening showers, rain and snow showers likely (70%) late at night (0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers and a bit warmer Friday (0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 2,000 ft. rising to 2,500 ft.), a (30%) chance of evening rain and snow showers, a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers late Friday night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 3,000 ft. falling to 2,500 ft. late at night),
  • Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers Saturday and Saturday night.
  • lows near 37 highs 50-52.
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers Sunday and Sunday night,
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Monday and at night,
  • Partly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain Tuesday AM, mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a slight (20%) chance of rain Tuesday afternoon, a (30%) chance of rain Tuesday night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a (40%) chance of showers Wednesday.
  • highs 52-62 cooling to 59 Wednesday lows 36-40. (seasonal averages high 58 low 39)

 

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

  • Partly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of evening coastal showers and mostly cloudy with coastal showers late tonight while partly cloudy this evening and mostly cloudy with inland showers likely (70%) late tonight (0.25 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with showers Thursday (0.25 in. of rain possible, AM snow level 2,000 ft.) and in the evening, showers likely (70%) late at night (0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 2,000 ft. late at night),
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a (40%) chance of showers Friday (0.10 in. of rain possible, AM snow level 2,000 ft.), a (30%) chance of showers Friday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers Saturday and at night.
  • lows near 38 highs near 50.
  • Mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of showers Sunday and a bit warmer, a slight (20%) chance of showers at night,
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Monday, partly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain Monday night,
  • A slight (20%) chance of rain Tuesday AM, mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a slight (20%) chance of rain in the afternoon, a (30%) chance of rain Tuesday night,
  • Then mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers Wednesday.
  • highs 52-57 cooling to 55 Wednesday lows 38-42. (seasonal averages high 54 low 42)

 

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of evening rain and snow showers, a slight (20%) chance of snow showers late tonight,
  • A good (50%) chance of AM snow showers, snow showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Thursday afternoon (2 in. of snow possible), cloudy with evening rain and snow showers likely (70%), a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers late at night (0.10 in. of rain possible, 1-3 in. of snow possible),
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of snow showers Friday (2 in. of snow possible), a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers Friday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with snow showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Saturday, a good (50%) chance of evening rain and snow showers, a good (50%) chance of snow showers late Saturday night.
  • snow level 2,500 ft. tonight, 2,000 ft. Thursday, 2,500 ft. Thursday night, 2,000 ft. Friday, 3,000 ft. Friday night, 2,500 ft. Saturday, then 2,000 ft. Saturday night.
  • lows near 22 highs 35-33.
  • Mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of AM snow showers, a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers Sunday afternoon and evening, a slight (20%) chance of snow showers late at night,
  • Partly cloudy and a bit warmer Monday and Monday night,
  • Partly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers and a bit warmer Tuesday, mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of rain and a slight (20%) chance of snow in the evening, then a (40%) chance of rain and snow late Tuesday night and Wednesday.
  • snow level 2,000 ft. Sunday, 2,500 ft. Sunday night, free air freezing level 4,000 ft. Monday,  5,500 ft. Monday night, snow level 4,000 ft. Tuesday, 4,500 ft. Tuesday night, the 5,000 ft. Wednesday.
  • highs 36-42 lows 22-28.

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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/we-need-them-when-that-orange-orb-in-the-sky-finally-peeks-out/

__________

Here is my new weekly weather quiz question. What is a “Diablo Wind?”   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.

________________

An Upper Level Low Pressure Trough (Shaded “U” shape with arrows) moves in sending moisture filled storms our way. The graphics for days 1-3 show that complex frontal system that moved through Tuesday and the next one approaching the coast Thursday morning. The graphics for days 3-7 show the next frontal system that will be moving through the Pacific Northwest 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.

 

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Air Quality Index:

Eugene/Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 8 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Oakridge: The Air Quality Index is 9 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 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 a good (50%) chance of showers and a slight (20%) chance of thunderstorms and a bit cooler this afternoon and evening (under 0.10 in. of rain possible), mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a slight (20%) chance of showers late tonight (under 0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of AM showers, showers likely (70%) with a slight (20%) chance of thunderstorms Thursday afternoon and evening (0.10 in. of rain possible), a good (50%) chance of showers at night (0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers and a bit cooler Friday and Friday night.
  • highs 54-50 lows near 35.
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of showers Saturday through Sunday night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun and a bit warmer Monday, partly cloudy at night,
  • Then a mix of clouds and sun and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of showers Tuesday.
  • highs 49-58 lows 35-37. (seasonal averages high 56 low 37)

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Forecast for Roseburg:

  • Partly cloudy and cooler this afternoon, a slight (20%) chance of evening showers, a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers late tonight (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 3,000 ft.falling to 2,000 ft. late),
  • A (40%) chance of AM rain and snow showers likely (70%), rain and snow showers and a bit cooler Thursday afternoon (0.10 in. of rain possible), cloudy with evening showers, a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers late at night (0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers and a bit cooler Friday, then a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers Friday night.
  • highs 53-50 lows near 37.
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers Saturday, a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers at night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers Sunday, a slight (20%) chance of showers Sunday night,
  • Mostly cloudy Monday AM, partly cloudy and a bit warmer in the afternoon, mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of showers at night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a slight (20%) chance of rain Tuesday.
  • highs 52-62 cooling to 59 Tuesday lows 37-39. (seasonal averages high 58 low 39)

 

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

  • Partly cloudy this afternoon and evening, partly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of evening coastal showers and mostly cloudy with coastal showers likely (70%) late while partly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of inland showers tonight (under 0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with showers Thursday (0.25 in. of rain possible, AM snow level 2,000 ft.), evening coastal showers with coastal showers likely (70%) late at night while inland showers likely (70%) Thursday night (0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 2,000 ft. late at night),
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of showers Friday (AM snow level 2,000 ft.), then a slight (20%) chance of showers Friday night.
  • highs 52-50 lows near 38.
  • Mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of showers Saturday through Sunday (a bit warmer), a slight (20%) chance of showers at night,
  • AM clouds, partly cloudy and a bit warmer Monday afternoon, mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of showers Monday night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a (30%) chance of rain Tuesday.
  • highs 50-60 cooling to 56 Tuesday lows 39-43. (seasonal averages high 54 low 42)

 

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

  • Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers this afternoon (0.10 in. of rain possible, 1 in. of snow possible), a (40%) chance of evening rain and snow showers,  a slight (20%) chance of showers late tonight,
  • A good (50%) chance of AM snow showers, snow showers likely (70%) Thursday afternoon (2 in. of snow possible), cloudy with evening rain and snow showers, a (30%) chance of rain and sow showers late at night (2 in. of snow possible),
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of snow showers Friday (2 in. of snow possible), then a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers Friday night.
  • snow level 3,000 ft. today, 2,500 ft. tonight, 2,000 ft. Thursday, 2,500 ft. Thursday night, 2,000 ft. Friday, then 3,000 ft. Friday night.
  • highs near 35 lows near 22.
  • Mostly cloudy with snow showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Saturday, a good (50%) chance of evening rain and snow showers, a good (50%) chance of snow showers late Saturday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of AM snow showers, a bit warmer with a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers Sunday afternoon and evening, a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers late at night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun with a slight (20%) chance of AM snow showers, a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers and a bit warmer Monday afternoon, partly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers Monday night,
  • Then a mix of clouds and sun with a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers Tuesday.
  • snow level 2,500 ft. Saturday, 2,000 ft. Saturday night, 2,500 ft. rising to 3,500 ft. Sunday afternoon, 3,000 ft. Sunday night, 3,500 ft. rising to 4,500 ft. Monday afternoon, then 4,000 ft. Monday night and Tuesday.
  • highs 32-40 lows 22-28.

________________

 

**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/we-need-them-when-that-orange-orb-in-the-sky-finally-peeks-out/

__________

Here is my new weekly weather quiz question. What is a “Diablo Wind?”   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.

________________

An Upper Level Low Pressure Trough (Shaded “U” shape with arrows) moves in sending moisture filled storms our way starting today. The graphics for days 1-3 show that complex frontal system that moved through today and the next one approaching the coast Thursday morning. The graphics for days 3-7 show the next frontal systems that will be moving through the Pacific Northwest Friday and yet another frontal system that will slide along the coast through next Tuesday.

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.

 

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Air Quality Index:

Eugene/Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 8 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 44 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 showers tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Cloudy with a good (50%) chance of AM showers, partly cloudy with a chance of showers decreasing to slight (20%) and a bit cooler Wednesday afternoon and evening (under 0.10 in. of rain possible), just mostly cloudy and a bit cooler late Wednesday night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers Thursday (0.10 in. of rain possible) and at night (0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • A mix of clouds and sun with a good (50%) chance of showers and a bit cooler Friday, then mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers Friday night.
  • lows 38-34 highs 54-50.
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of showers Saturday, a (40%) chance of showers Saturday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a good (50%) chance of showers Sunday and at night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun and a bit warmer Monday, partly cloudy Monday night,
  • Then a mix of clouds and sun and a bit warmer with a (30%) chance of showers Tuesday.
  • highs 49-58 lows 35-37. (seasonal averages high 56 low 37)

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Forecast for Roseburg:

  • Mostly cloudy with showers and colder late tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 3,500 ft. late at night),
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers and a bit cooler Wednesday afternoon (0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 2,500 ft. rising to 3,000 ft. in the afternoon), a slight (20%) chance of evening showers, a slight (20%) chance of showers late Wednesday night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, evening snow level 3,000 ft.),
  • A (40%) chance of AM rain and snow, rain and snow likely (70%) and a bit cooler Thursday afternoon (0.10 in. of rain possible), cloudy with evening showers likely (70%), a chance of rain and snow showers late at night (0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with rain and snow showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Friday, then a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers Friday night.
  • lows 42-36 warming to 38 Thursday night highs 54-52.
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers Saturday, a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers at night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers Sunday, a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers Sunday night,
  • Mostly cloudy Monday AM, partly cloudy and a bit warmer in the afternoon, mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain at night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a slight (20%) chance of rain Tuesday.
  • highs 52-62 cooling to 59 Tuesday lows 37-39. (seasonal averages high 58 low 39)

 

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

  • Mostly cloudy with evening coastal showers and a slight (20%) chance of thunderstorms with coastal showers late tonight while inland showers tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • AM clouds, partly cloudy with a (30%) chance of coastal showers Wednesday while mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of inland showers (under 0.10 in. of rain possible), partly cloudy in the evening, partly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of evening coastal showers and mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of coastal rain late while a slight (20%) chance of evening inland showers and a slight (20%) chance of inland rain late Wednesday night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with rain Thursday (0.25 in. of rain possible, AM snow level 2,000 ft.), evening coastal showers with coastal showers likely (70%) late at night while inland showers likely (70%) Thursday night (0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 2,000 ft. late at night),
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of showers Friday, then a slight (20%) chance of showers Friday night.
  • lows 42-38 highs 52-50.
  • Mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of showers Saturday through Sunday (a bit warmer), a slight (20%) chance of showers at night,
  • AM clouds, partly cloudy and a bit warmer Monday afternoon, mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of showers Monday night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a (30%) chance of rain Tuesday.
  • highs 50-60 cooling to 56 Tuesday lows 39-43. (seasonal averages high 54 low 41)

 

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

  • Mostly cloudy with rain and snow showers and colder late tonight (0.25 in. of rain possible, 2 in. of snow possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with AM showers likely (70%), a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers Wednesday afternoon (0.10 in. of rain possible, 2 in. of snow possible), a (40%) chance of evening rain and snow showers,  just mostly cloudy late Wednesday night,
  • Rain and snow showers likely (70%) Thursday (2 in. of snow possible), rain and snow showers chances decreasing to (30%) late at night (2 in. of snow possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with AM rain and snow showers likely (70%), a bit cooler with a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers Friday afternoon, then mostly cloudy with showers likely (70%) Friday night.
  • snow level 5,000 ft. falling to 4,000 ft. late tonight, 3,000 ft. Wednesday, then 2,500 ft. Wednesday night through Friday night.
  • lows 27-23 highs 38-34.
  • A good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers and a bit cooler Saturday, mostly a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers Saturday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers Sunday and at night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun with a slight (20%) chance of showers and a bit warmer Monday, partly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers Monday night,
  • Then a mix of clouds and sun with a (30%) chance of showers Tuesday.
  • snow level 2,500 ft. Saturday, 2,000 ft. Saturday night, 3,000 ft. Sunday and Sunday night, 3,500 ft. Monday, then 4,000 ft. Monday night and Tuesday.
  • highs 32-40 lows 22-28.

________________

 

**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/we-need-them-when-that-orange-orb-in-the-sky-finally-peeks-out/

__________

Here is my new weekly weather quiz question. What is a “Diablo Wind?”   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 in sending moisture filled storms out way starting today. The graphics for days 1-3 show that complex frontal system headed our way Tuesday. The graphics for days 3-7 show the next frontal systems that will be moving through the Pacific Northwest Thursday through next Monday.

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.

 

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Air Quality Index:

Eugene/Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 47 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Oakridge: The Air Quality Index is 91 in the Moderate category measuring Particulate Matter.

Cottage Grove: The Air Quality Index is 47 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 11 AM UNTIL 5 PM TODAY FOR CENTRAL AND EASTERN LAKE COUNTY.
  • A WIND ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON FOR THE KLAMATH BASIN, NORTHERN AND EASTERN KLAMATH COUNTY, AND CENTRAL, WESTERN, 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 cooler with rain today (0.50 in. of rain possible), evening rain likely (70%),  showers likely (70%) late tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers and a bit cooler Wednesday (0.10 in. of rain possible), a (40%) chance of showers and a bit cooler Wednesday night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a (30%) chance of showers Thursday, then a (40%) chance of showers at night.
  • highs 57-50 lows 37-35.
  • A mix of clouds and sun with a (30%) chance of showers and a bit cooler Friday, mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of showers at night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun with a (40%) chance of showers Saturday, mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of showers Saturday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of showers Sunday and at night,
  • Then a mix of clouds and sun with a (30%) chance of showers and a bit warmer Monday.
  • highs 50-53 lows near 35. (seasonal averages high 56 low 37)

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Forecast for Roseburg:

  • Mostly cloudy with showers likely (70%) a bit cooler this afternoon (0.25 in. of rain possible), evening showers likely (70%), showers and colder late tonight (0.25 in. of rain possible, snow level 3,000 ft. late at night),
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of AM showers likely (70%), a good (50%) chance of showers and a bit cooler Wednesday afternoon (0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 2,500 ft.), a slight (20%) chance of evening showers, a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers late Wednesday night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, evening snow level 2,500 ft.),
  • Cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers Thursday, then a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers at night.
  • highs 56-53 lows 39-36 warming to 38 Thursday night.
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of AM rain and snow showers, a (40%) chance of showers and a bit cooler Friday afternoon and evening, a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers late Friday night,
  • A (40%) chance of AM rain and snow showers, a (30%) chance of showers Saturday afternoon, a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers at night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers Sunday through Monday.
  • highs 52-56 lows near 38. (seasonal averages high 58 low 39)

 

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

  • Mostly cloudy with showers likely (70%) and breezy (Wind: S 15-25 mph decreasing to S 10-15 mph late this afternoon) and a bit cooler this afternoon (0.25 in. of rain possible), evening showers likely (70%), showers and a bit cooler late tonight (0.25 in. of rain possible),
  • A  (30%) chance of showers Wednesday (0.10 in. of rain possible), a (30%) chance of showers Wednesday night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with AM showers likely (70%), rain likely (70%) Thursday, a (40%) chance of rain at night.
  • highs 54-52 lows 42-39.
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers Friday and Friday night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a (30%) chance of showers Saturday through Monday.
  • highs 52-54 lows near 40. (seasonal averages high 54 low 41)

 

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

  • Mostly cloudy with rain and a bit cooler today (0.50 in. of rain possible), rain and snow likely (70%) and colder late tonight (0.25 in. of rain possible, 1 in. of snow possible),
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain and snow showers likely (70%) Wednesday (0.10 in. of rain possible, 2 in. of snow possible), a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers Wednesday night (1 in. of snow possible),
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers Thursday (2 in. of snow possible) and at night (2 in. of snow possible).
  • snow level 7,000 ft. falling to 5,500 ft. this afternoon, 3,500 ft. tonight, 3,000 ft. Wednesday, 2,500 ft. Wednesday night, 2,000 ft. Thursday, the  3,000 ft. Thursday night.
  • highs 39-36 lows 25-23.
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers Friday and at night,
  • A good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers and a bit warmer Saturday, mostly a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers Saturday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers Sunday and at night,
  • Then a mix of clouds and sun with a (30%) chance of showers and a bit warmer Monday.
  • snow level 3,000 ft. Friday, 2,500 ft. Friday night and Saturday, 3,000 ft. Saturday night, 2,500 ft. Sunday, then 3,000 ft. Sunday night and Monday.
  • highs 34-37 lows near 23.

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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/we-need-them-when-that-orange-orb-in-the-sky-finally-peeks-out/

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Here is my new weekly weather quiz question. What is a “Diablo Wind?”   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 in sending moisture filled storms out way starting Tuesday. The graphics for days 1-3 show that complex frontal system headed our way Tuesday. The graphics for days 3-7 show the next frontal systems that will be moving through the Pacific Northwest Thursday through next Monday.

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.

 

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Air Quality Index:

Eugene/Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 31 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Oakridge: The Air Quality Index is 8 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 FROM 11 AM UNTIL 5 PM TUESDAY FOR CENTRAL AND EASTERN LAKE COUNTY.
  • A WIND ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM TONIGHT UNTIL 5 PM TUESDAY FOR THE KLAMATH BASIN, NORTHERN AND EASTERN KLAMATH COUNTY, AND CENTRAL, WESTERN, 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:

  • Partly cloudy this evening, becoming mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain late tonight (under 0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain Tuesday (0.25 in. of rain possible), evening rain likely (70%),  showers likely (70%) late at night (0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers and a bit cooler Wednesday (0.10 in. of rain possible), a (40%) chance of showers and a bit cooler Wednesday night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a (30%) chance of showers Thursday, then a (40%) chance of showers at night.
  • lows 43-35 highs 57-50.
  • A mix of clouds and sun with a (30%) chance of showers and a bit cooler Friday, mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of showers at night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun with a (40%) chance of showers Saturday, mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of showers Saturday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of showers Sunday and at night,
  • Then a mix of clouds and sun with a (30%) chance of showers and a bit warmer Monday.
  • highs 50-53 lows near 35. (seasonal averages high 56 low 37)

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Forecast for Roseburg:

  • Partly cloudy and becoming mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of evening rain, cloudy with rain late tonight (under 0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with AM rain and a slight (20%) chance of thunderstorms, rain likely (70%) a bit cooler Tuesday afternoon (0.25 in. of rain possible) and breezy (Wind: S 15-25 mph decreasing to S 10-15 mph in the afternoon), evening rain, showers and colder late at night (0.25 in. of rain possible, snow level 3,000 ft. late at night),
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of AM rain and snow showers, showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Wednesday afternoon (0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 2,500 ft. rising to 3,000 ft. in the afternoon), a good (50%) chance of evening showers, a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers late Wednesday night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 3,000 ft.),
  • A (40%) chance of AM rain and snow showers, a (30%) chance of showers Thursday afternoon, then a good (50%) chance of showers at night.
  • lows 48-36 warming to 38 Thursday night highs 55-53.
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of AM rain and snow showers, a (40%) chance of showers and a bit cooler Friday afternoon and evening, a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers late Friday night,
  • A (40%) chance of AM rain and snow showers, a (30%) chance of showers Saturday afternoon, a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers at night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers Sunday through Monday.
  • highs 52-56 lows near 38. (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 rain, rain with a slight (20%) chance of thunderstorms late tonight (0.25 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with AM rain, rain likely (70%) and breezy (Wind: S 15-25 mph gusts to 40 mph decreasing to S 10-15 mph late afternoon) and a bit cooler Tuesday (0.25 in. of rain possible), evening coastal rain likely (70%) while evening inland rain, showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler at night (0.25 in. of rain possible),
  • A good (50%) chance of coastal showers Wednesday while a (40%) chance of inland AM showers and inland showers likely (70%) in the afternoon (0.10 in. of rain possible), a good (50%) chance of showers Wednesday night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers Thursday and at night.
  • lows 47-39 highs near 52.
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers Friday and Friday night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a (30%) chance of showers Saturday through Monday.
  • highs 52-54 lows near 40. (seasonal averages high 54 low 41)

 

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

  • More clouds to mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain late tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with rain and a bit cooler Tuesday (0.50 in. of rain possible),  evening rain and snow, rain and snow showers and colder at night (1-4 in. of snow possible),
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain and snow showers likely (70%) Wednesday (2 in. of snow possible), a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers Wednesday night (1 in. of snow possible),
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers Thursday, then a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers tonight.
  • snow level 7,500 ft. tonight, 7,500 ft. falling to 5,500 ft. Tuesday afternoon, 4,500 ft. falling to 3,500 ft. Tuesday night, 3,000 ft. Wednesday, then 2,500 ft. Wednesday night through Thursday night.
  • lows 35-23 highs 39-36.
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers Friday and at night,
  • A good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers and a bit warmer Saturday, mostly a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers Saturday night,
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers Sunday and at night,
  • Then a mix of clouds and sun with a (30%) chance of showers and a bit warmer Monday.
  • snow level 5,500 ft. Friday through Sunday night,
  • Then a mix of clouds and sun with a (30%) chance of showers Monday.
  • highs 34-37 lows near 23.

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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/we-need-them-when-that-orange-orb-in-the-sky-finally-peeks-out/

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Here is my new weekly weather quiz question. What is a “Diablo Wind?”   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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Enjoy the warmer temperatures and sunshine for one more day, today. An Upper Level Low Pressure Trough (Shaded “U” shape with arrows) moves in sending moisture filled storms out way starting Tuesday. The graphics for days 1-3 show that frontal system headed our way Tuesday. The graphics for days 3-7 show the next frontal systems that will be moving through the Pacific Northwest Thursday through next Sunday.

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.

 

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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 67 in the Moderate category measuring Particulate Matter.

Cottage Grove: The Air Quality Index is 13 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 11 AM UNTIL 5 PM TUESDAY FOR CENTRAL AND EASTERN LAKE COUNTY.
  • A WIND ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM TONIGHT UNTIL 5 PM TUESDAY FOR THE KLAMATH BASIN, NORTHERN AND EASTERN KLAMATH COUNTY, AND CENTRAL, WESTERN, 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 sunny and a bit warmer this afternoon, becoming mostly cloudy with rain likely (70%) late tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain Tuesday (0.25 in. of rain possible), cloudy and colder with a good (50%) of rain at night (0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • A good (50%) chance of AM rain, mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of showers Wednesday afternoon, a (40%) chance of showers and a bit cooler Wednesday night.
  • highs 65-53 lows 44-36.
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a (40%) chance of showers Thursday and Thursday night,
  • A mix of clouds and sun with a (30%) chance of showers Friday, mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of showers at night,
  • A good (50%) chance of showers Saturday, mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers Saturday night,
  • Then a mix of clouds and sun with a (40%) chance of showers Sunday.
  • highs 52-54 lows near 38. (seasonal averages high 56 low 37)

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Forecast for Roseburg:

  • AM sun, partly cloudy and a bit warmer this afternoon, mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of evening rain, rain likely (70%) late tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with AM rain, rain likely (70%) a bit cooler Tuesday afternoon (0.25 in. of rain possible), a (40%) of  rain and colder at night (0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of AM rain and snow, rain and snow showers and a bit cooler Wednesday afternoon, a good (50%) chance of showers Wednesday night.
  • highs 72-54 lows 47-37.
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain Thursday, a (40%) chance of showers at night,
  • A (30%) chance of showers Friday, a slight (20%) chance of showers Friday night,
  • Then mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers Saturday through Sunday.
  • highs near 55 lows near 40. (seasonal averages high 57 low 39)

 

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

  • Partly cloudy and warmer this afternoon, becoming mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of evening rain, rain late tonight (0.25 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with rain likely (70%) and breezy (Wind: S 15-25 mph AM gusts to 40 mph) and a bit cooler Tuesday (0.25 in. of rain possible), a (40%) chance of rain and a bit cooler at night (0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • A (40%) chance of AM rain, then mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers and a bit warmer Wednesday and Wednesday night.
  • highs 65-53 lows 47-39.
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain Thursday, a (40%) chance of showers Thursday night,
  • A (30%) chance of showers Friday, a slight (20%) chance of showers at night,
  • Then mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a (40%) chance of showers Saturday through Sunday.
  • highs 54-52 lows near 42. (seasonal averages high 54 low 41)

 

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

  • Mostly sunny and a bit warmer today, partly cloudy this evening, more clouds to mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain late tonight (under 0.10 in. of rain possible),
  • Mostly cloudy with AM rain, rain and snow and a bit cooler Tuesday afternoon (2 in. of snow possible),  rain and snow likely (70%) and colder at night (2 in. of snow possible),
  • A good (50%) chance of AM rain and snow, a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers Wednesday afternoon (1 in. of snow possible), a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers Wednesday night.
  • free air freezing level 7,500 ft. rising to 8,000 ft. this afternoon, snow level 7,500 ft. tonight, 6,500 ft. falling to 5,500 ft. Tuesday afternoon, 3,500 ft. Tuesday night, 3,000 ft. Wednesday, then 3,500 ft. Wednesday night.
  • highs 52-38 lows 36-25.
  • Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers Thursday, a good (50%) chance of showers Thursday night,
  • Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers Friday and at night,
  • A good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers Saturday, mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers Saturday night, then a mix of clouds and sun with a (40%) chance of rain and snow showers Sunday.
  • snow level 3,000 ft. Thursday, 4,000 ft. Thursday night, 3,500 ft. Friday, 4,000 ft. Friday night, 3,500 ft. Saturday, 4,000 ft. Saturday night, then 3,500 ft. Sunday.
  • highs near 36 lows near 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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