Here is my new weekly weather quiz question. What is the “Aleutian Low?” Please remember to post your answer at the bottom of this page. The first person to post the correct answer 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 blue arrows) is controlling our weather for the foreseeable future. The graphic for days 1-3 shows the complex frontal system set up for the Pacific Northwest bringing rain and possibly a little snow. The graphic for days 3-7 shows more active frontal systems heading our way late this week into next week. For mountain snow conditions at the local ski areas check out their websites or give them a call.

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Air Quality Index:

Eugene-Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 18 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Oakridge: The Air Quality Index is 56 in the Moderate 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:

Eugene-Springfield: GREEN – Burning is Allowed.

Oakridge: GREEN – 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 STORM WATCH IS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGH THROUGH THURSDAY AFTERNOON FOR THE WESTERN COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE, THE CENTRAL COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE, AND THE UPPER HOOD RIVER VALLEY.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT TONIGHT FOR THE CENTRAL COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE, THE NORTHERN OREGON CASCADES, THE CASCADES IN LANE COUNTY,  AND THE UPPER HOOD RIVER VALLEY.
• A FLOOD WARNING IS IN EFFECT FOR THE MARYS RIVER NEAR PHILOMATH AND THE PUDDING RIVER AT AURORA.
• A FLOOD WATCH IS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY AFTERNOON FOR THE SOUTH CENTRAL OREGON COAST, THE CURRY COUNTY COAST, EASTERN CURRY COUNTY, JOSEPHINE COUNTY, .
• A HIGH WIND WATCH IS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH THURSDAY AFTERNOON FOR THE SOUTH CENTRAL OREGON COAST AND THE CURRY COUNTY COAST, NORTHERN AND EASTERN KLAMATH COUNTY, AND WESTERN, CENTRAL, EASTERN LAKE COUNTY .
• A HIGH WIND WARNING IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM TONIGHT NORTHERN AND EASTERN KLAMATH COUNTY, AND WESTERN, CENTRAL, EASTERN LAKE COUNTY, ,
• A Permanent Health Advisory remains in effect for the South Umpqua River and Lawson 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%) and a bit cooler this afternoon and evening (0.10 in. of rain possible), cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible),
• Mostly cloudy with AM rain likely (70%), rain and a bit warmer Wednesday afternoon (0.25 in. of rain possible) through Thursday, then a good (50%) Thursday night.
• highs 43-55 lows 40-50 cooling to 42 Thursday night.
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with showers Friday, cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers Friday night,
• A mix of clouds and sun and a bit cooler with a slight (20%) chance of showers Saturday, partly cloudy with patchy fog Saturday night,
• Mostly sunny and a bit warmer with patchy AM fog Sunday, mostly clear at night,
• Then mostly sunny with patchy fog and a bit warmer Monday.
• highs 48-45 lows 33-30 warming back to 33 Sunday night. (seasonal averages high 50 low 35)

 

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Forecast for Roseburg:

• Cloudy and a bit warmer with showers this afternoon (0.25 in. of rain possible, snow level 3,000 ft. rising to 3,500 ft. this afternoon), cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible),
• Mostly cloudy with rain and a bit warmer Wednesday (0.25 in. of rain possible) through Thursday, a good (50%) chance of evening rain, then mostly cloudy with rain likely (70%) late at night.
• highs 48-56 lows 44-52 cooling back to 44 Thursday night.
• Mostly cloudy with rain and a bit cooler Friday,a good (50%) chance of showers at night,
• A slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers and a bit cooler Saturday, just mostly clear Saturday night,
• Sunny and a bit warmer with patchy fog Sunday, mostly clear at night,
• Then partly cloudy and a bit warmer Monday.
• highs 50-58 lows 37-32 warming to 36 Sunday night. (seasonal averages high 52 low 37)

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

• Mostly cloudy with coastal showers likely while inland showers and a bit warmer this afternoon (0.25 in. of rain possible), a (40%) chance of rain tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible),
• Cloudy with rain and a bit warmer Wednesday (0.75 in. of rain possible) and Wednesday night (1.00 in. of rain possible), windy (Wind: S 10-20 mph at the shore increasing to S 20-30 mph late at night while S 5-10 mph inland increasing to S 10-20 mph late at night),
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with rain and windy (Wind: S 25-35 mph shifting SW 15-25 mph in the afternoon at the shore while SW 15-25 mph inland) Thursday, a good (50%) chance of evening rain, then rain likely (70%) cooler Thursday night.
• highs 52-58 lows 47-53 cooling back to 47 Thursday night.
• Cloudy with rain and a bit cooler Friday, mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers Friday night,
• Mostly cloudy Saturday, mostly clear at night,
• Partly cloudy and a bit warmer with patchy fog Sunday, mostly clear Sunday night,
• Then partly cloudy and a bit warmer Monday.
• highs 52-57 lows 42-38 cooling to 40 Sunday night. (seasonal averages high 52 low 40)

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

• Mostly cloudy with rain and snow and a bit cooler this afternoon (0.50 in. of rain possible, 3-7 in. of snow possible), cloudy with evening rain and snow, a good (50%) chance of rain or snow late tonight (0.25 in. of rain possible, 1-3 in. of snow possible),
• Mostly cloudy with AM rain or snow, rain likely (70%) and a bit warmer Wednesday afternoon (1 in. of snow possible), rain Wednesday night and Thursday (a bit warmer), then rain or snow Thursday night,
• snow level 2,500 ft. rising to 4,500 ft. this afternoon, 4,500 ft. tonight, 5,000 ft. rising to 7,500 ft. Wednesday, 8,000 ft. Wednesday night, 7,500 ft. Thursday, then 5,000 ft. Thursday night,
• highs 30-42 lows 29-38 cooling to 29 Thursday night.
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with showers Friday, showers likely (70%) at night,
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a (30%) chance of snow showers Saturday, partly cloudy Saturday night,
• Then mostly sunny and a bit warmer Sunday and Monday, mostly clear Sunday night.
• snow level 4,500 ft. Friday, 3,000 ft. Friday night, at the surface Saturday, free air freezing level 4,000 ft. Saturday night, 7,000 ft. Sunday, 9,000 ft. Sunday night, then 10,000 ft. Monday.
• highs 36-32 warming to 42 Monday lows 22-25.

 

 

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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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Here is my new weekly weather quiz question. What is the “Aleutian Low?” Please remember to post your answer at the bottom of this page. The first person to post the correct answer 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 blue arrows) is controlling our weather for the foreseeable future. The graphic for days 1-3 shows the complex frontal system set up for the Pacific Northwest bringing rain and possibly a little snow. The graphic for days 3-7 shows more active frontal systems heading our way late this week into next week. For mountain snow conditions at the local ski areas check out their websites or give them a call.

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Air Quality Index:

Eugene-Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 30 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 9 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

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Home Wood Heating Advisory:

Eugene-Springfield: GREEN – Burning is Allowed.

Oakridge: GREEN – 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 8 PM THIS EVENING FOR THE NORTHERN OREGON CASCADE FOOTHILLS.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM TONIGHT FOR THE NORTHERN OREGON CASCADES.
• A FLOOD WARNING IS IN EFFECT FOR THE MARYS RIVER NEAR PHILOMATH AND THE PUDDING RIVER AT AURORA.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING UNTIL 10 AM TUESDAY ABOVE 2,000 FT. FOR CENTRAL DOUGLAS COUNTY, EASTERN CURRY COUNTY, JOSEPHINE COUNTY, THE EASTERN DOUGLAS COUNTY FOOTHILLS, JACKSON COUNTY,
• A WINTER STORM WARNING IS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING UNTIL 10 AM TUESDAY FOR  THE SOUTH CENTRAL OREGON CASCADES, THE SOUTHERN OREGON CASCADES AND THE SISKIYOU MOUNTAINS, THE KLAMATH BASIN, NORTHERN AND EASTERN KLAMATH COUNTY, AND WESTERN, CENTRAL, AND EASTERN LAKE COUNTY.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING UNTIL 10 AM MONDAY FOR THE SOUTH CENTRAL OREGON CASCADES, THE SOUTHERN OREGON CASCADES AND THE SISKIYOU MOUNTAINS, THE KLAMATH BASIN, NORTHERN AND EASTERN KLAMATH COUNTY, AND WESTERN, CENTRAL, AND EASTERN LAKE COUNTY.
• A Permanent Health Advisory remains in effect for the South Umpqua River and Lawson 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 and small hail possible tonight (under 0.10 in. of rain possible),
• Cloudy with a good (50%) chance of AM rain or snow, a good (50%) chance of rain and a bit cooler Tuesday afternoon (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 1,000 ft.), cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain at night (0.10 in. of rain possible),
• Mostly cloudy with rain and a bit warmer Wednesday through Thursday, then rain likely (70%) Thursday night.
• lows 36-48 cooling to 42 Thursday night highs 43-55.
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a showers likely (70%) Friday, cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers Friday night,
• A mix of clouds and sun and a bit cooler with a slight (20%) chance of showers Saturday, partly cloudy with patchy fog late Saturday night,
• Partly cloudy and a bit warmer with patchy AM and late night fog Sunday and at night,
• Then partly cloudy and a bit warmer with patchy fog Monday.
• highs 48-53 lows 33-30 warming back to 33 Sunday night. (seasonal averages high 50 low 35)

 

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Forecast for Roseburg:

• Mostly cloudy evening rain and snow showers likely (70%), rain and snow late tonight (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 2,500 ft. falling to 2,000 ft. late at night),
• Cloudy and a bit warmer with rain Tuesday (0.25 in. of rain possible, AM snow level 2,000 ft.), cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain Tuesday night (0.10 in. of rain possible),
• Mostly cloudy with AM rain likely (70%), rain and a bit warmer Wednesday through Thursday, then mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain at night.
• lows 38-52 cooling to 44 Thursday night highs 48-58.
• Mostly cloudy with rain and a bit cooler Friday, showers likely (70%) at night,
• A slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers and a bit cooler Saturday, just mostly clear Saturday night,
• Sunny and a bit warmer with patchy fog Sunday, mostly clear at night,
• Then partly cloudy and a bit warmer Monday.
• highs 52-49 warming to 58 Monday lows 37-32 warming to 36 Sunday night. (seasonal averages high 52 low 37)

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

• Mostly cloudy with evening coastal showers likely (70%) while a (30%) chance of evening inland showers,  rain late tonight (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, no snow accumulation expected, snow level 2,000 ft. falling to 1,500 ft. late tonight),
• Mostly cloudy with rain and a bit warmer Tuesday (0.25 in. of rain possible),  a (40%) chance of rain Tuesday night (0.10 in. of rain possible),
• Cloudy with rain and a bit warmer Wednesday and Wednesday night,
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with rain and windy Thursday, then rain likely (70%), breezy and cooler Thursday night.
• lows 38-52 highs 49-56.
• Cloudy with rain and a bit cooler Friday, mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers Friday night,
• Mostly cloudy Saturday, mostly clear at night,
• Partly cloudy and a bit warmer with patchy fog Sunday, mostly clear Sunday night,
• Then partly cloudy and a bit warmer Monday.
• highs 58-53 warming to 56 Sunday lows 45-39. (seasonal averages high 52 low 40)

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

• Cloudy with evening snow showers, a good (50%) chance of snow and cold late tonight (3 in. of snow possible),
• Mostly cloudy with AM snow, rain and snow and a bit cooler Tuesday afternoon (0.50 in. of rain possible, 2-5 in. of snow possible), cloudy with evening rain and snow likely (70%), a good (50%) chance of rain or snow late at night (0.25 in. of rain possible, 2 in. of snow possible),
• Mostly cloudy with AM rain or snow, rain likely (70%) and a bit warmer Wednesday afternoon, rain Wednesday night and Thursday (a bit warmer), then rain or snow likely (70%) Thursday night,
• snow level at the surface tonight, 2,500 ft. Tuesday, 4,500 ft. Tuesday night, 5,000 ft. rising to 6,000 ft. Wednesday, 8,000 ft. Wednesday night, 7,500 ft. Thursday, then 5,500 ft. Thursday night,
• lows 24-38 cooling to 29 Thursday night highs 34-42.
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with showers likely (70%) Friday and at night,
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a (30%) chance of snow showers Saturday, partly cloudy Saturday night,
• Then mostly sunny and a bit warmer Sunday and Monday, mostly clear Sunday night.
• snow level 4,500 ft. Friday, 3,500 ft. Friday night, at the surface Saturday, free air freezing level 4,000 ft. Saturday night, 8,000 ft. Sunday, 9,000 ft. Sunday night, then 10,000 ft. Monday.
• highs 35-45 lows 23-25.

 

 

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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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Here is my new weekly weather quiz question. What is the “Aleutian Low?” Please remember to post your answer at the bottom of this page. The first person to post the correct answer 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 blue arrows) is controlling our weather for the foreseeable future. The graphic for days 1-3 shows the complex frontal system that moved through the Pacific Northwest bringing rain and then snow. The worst of the storm struck from Salem North through Portland. Next the temperatures fall behind the cold front. A record 1.14 inches of rain fell Sunday in Eugene. The graphic for days 3-7 shows another very active complex frontal system heading our way by late next week. For mountain snow conditions at the local ski areas check out their websites or give them a call.

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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 9 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:

Eugene-Springfield: GREEN – Burning is Allowed.

Oakridge: GREEN – 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 6 PM THIS EVENING FOR THE COAST RANGE OF NORTHWEST OREGON, THE CENTRAL COAST RANGE OF WESTERN OREGON,  THE LOWER COLUMBIA.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM THIS EVENING FOR THE NORTHERN OREGON CASCADE FOOTHILLS.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM TONIGHT FOR THE NORTHERN OREGON CASCADES.
• A FLOOD WARNING IS IN EFFECT FOR THE MARYS RIVER NEAR PHILOMATH, JOHNSON CREEK AT SYCAMORE, AND THE SIUSLAW RIVER NEAR MAPLETON.
• A FLOOD WATCH IS IN EFFECT THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING FOR THE CENTRAL OREGON COAST, THE CENTRAL COAST RANGE OF WESTERN OREGON, THE GREATER PORTLAND METRO AREA, THE CENTRAL WILLAMETTE VALLEY, THE SOUTH WILLAMETTE VALLEY, THE NORTHERN OREGON CASCADE FOOTHILLS, AND THE CASCADE FOOTHILLS IN LANE COUNTY.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING UNTIL 10 AM TUESDAY ABOVE 2,000 FT. FOR CENTRAL DOUGLAS COUNTY, EASTERN CURRY COUNTY, JOSEPHINE COUNTY, THE EASTERN DOUGLAS COUNTY FOOTHILLS, JACKSON COUNTY, THE SOUTH CENTRAL OREGON CASCADES, THE SOUTHERN OREGON CASCADES AND THE SISKIYOU MOUNTAINS, THE KLAMATH BASIN, NORTHERN AND EASTERN KLAMATH COUNTY, AND WESTERN, CENTRAL, AND EASTERN LAKE COUNTY.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM UNTIL 4 PM TODAY FOR THE KLAMATH BASIN, NORTHERN AND EASTERN KLAMATH COUNTY, AND WESTERN LAKE COUNTY.
• A Permanent Health Advisory remains in effect for the South Umpqua River and Lawson 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 cooler this afternoon (0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 1,000 ft.-1,500 ft), mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers tonight (under 0.10 in. of rain possible),
• Mostly cloudy with AM rain likely (70%), a good (50%) chance of rain and a bit warmer Tuesday afternoon (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 1,500 ft.), cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain at night (0.10 in. of rain possible),
• Cloudy with rain likely (70%) and a bit warmer Wednesday, then rain at night.
• highs 42-52 lows 33-46.
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with rain Thursday, showers likely (70%) Thursday night,
• Cloudy and a bit cooler with a showers likely (70%) Friday, a good (50%) chance of showers at night,
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of rain Saturday, partly cloudy with patchy fog Saturday night,
• Then partly cloudy and a bit warmer with patchy fog Sunday.
• highs 56-47 warming to 50 Sunday lows 42-35. (seasonal averages high 50 low 35)

 

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Forecast for Roseburg:

• Mostly cloudy and much cooler with rain and snow showers today (0.25 in. of rain possible, 1 in. of snow possible, snow level 1,500 ft. rising to 2,000 ft. this afternoon), a (30%) chance of evening rain and snow showers, a (40%) chance of rain and snow tonight (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 2,000 ft. falling to 1,500 ft. late at night),
• AM rain and snow, rain and a bit warmer Tuesday afternoon (0.25 in. of rain possible, snow level 1,500 ft. rising to 3,000 ft. in the afternoon), cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain Tuesday night (0.10 in. of rain possible),
• Mostly cloudy with rain likely (70%) and a bit warmer Wednesday, then rain at night.
• highs 46-57 lows 35-50.
• Cloudy with rain Thursday and a bit warmer, mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain Thursday night,
• Mostly cloudy with rain likely (70%) and a bit cooler Friday, cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers at night,
• Mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers and a bit cooler Saturday, just mostly clear Saturday night,
• Then sunny and a bit warmer with patchy fog Sunday.
• highs 58-50 warming to 55 Sunday lows 42-34. (seasonal averages high 52 low 37)

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

• Mostly cloudy with showers and much cooler this afternoon (0.25 in. of rain possible, no snow accumulation expected, snow level 1,500 ft. rising to 2,000 ft. this afternoon), mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of evening showers, a (40%) chance of coastal rain late tonight while a (40%) chance of inland rain and snow showers while a (40%) chance of rain and snow inland late tonight (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, no snow accumulation expected, snow level 2,000 ft. falling to 1,500 ft. late tonight),
• Mostly cloudy with AM coastal rain while AM inland rain and snow, a bit warmer with rain likely (70%) Tuesday afternoon (0.25 in. of rain possible), cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain Tuesday night (0.10 in. of rain possible),
• Cloudy with AM coastal rain likely (70%) rand rain and a bit warmer Wednesday afternoon while rain likely (70%) inland Wednesday, then rain and breezy Wednesday night.
• highs 49-56 lows 38-52.
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with rain and breezy Thursday, rain likely (70%) breezy and colder Thursday night and Friday, a good (50%) chance of showers Friday night,
• Just mostly cloudy Saturday, mostly clear at night,
• Then partly cloudy and a bit warmer with patchy fog Sunday.
• highs 58-53 warming to 56 Sunday lows 45-39. (seasonal averages high 52 low 40)

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with snow showers this afternoon (4 in. of snow possible), cloudy with evening snow showers, a good (50%) chance of snow showers and cold late tonight (2 in. of snow possible),
• Mostly cloudy with snow and a bit warmer Tuesday (2-5 in. of snow possible), cloudy rain and snow likely (70%) at night,
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with rain Wednesday, then rain Wednesday night.
• snow level at the surface today through Tuesday, 4,500 ft. Tuesday night, 5,000 ft. Wednesday, then 8,000 ft. Wednesday night.
• highs 28-40 lows 22-35.
• Mostly cloudy with rain and a bit warmer Thursday, showers likely (70%) Thursday night through Friday night,
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a (40%) chance of snow Saturday, partly cloudy Saturday night,
• Then mostly sunny and a bit warmer Sunday.
• snow level 7,500 ft. Thursday, 5,500 ft. Thursday night, 4,500 ft. Friday, 4,000 ft. Friday night, 2,500 ft. Saturday, free air freezing level 4,000 ft. Saturday night, then 8,000 ft. Sunday.
• highs 42-32 warming to 37 Sunday lows 30-23.

 

 

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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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Here is my weekly weather quiz question for the last time. What is  “Air Stagnation?” Here is the correct answer. Air Stagnation is a meteorological situation in which there is a major buildup of air pollution in the atmosphere. This usually occurs when the same air mass is parked over the same area for several days. During this time, the light winds cannot “cleanse” the buildup of smoke, dust, gases, and other industrial air pollution. I’ll have a new weekly weather quiz question for you starting Monday. Please remember to post your answer at the bottom of this page. The first person to post the correct answer 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 blue arrows) is controlling our weather for the foreseeable future. The graphic for days 1-3 shows the complex frontal system moving through the Pacific Northwest bringing rain and then snow. The worst of the storm struck from Salem North through Portland.  The graphic for days 3-7 shows another very active complex frontal system heading our way by late next week. For mountain snow conditions at the local ski areas check out their websites or give them a call.

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Air Quality Index:

Eugene-Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 32 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 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:

Eugene-Springfield: GREEN – Burning is Allowed.

Oakridge: GREEN – 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 STORM WARNING IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MONDAY FOR THE NORTH OREGON COAST,  THE COAST RANGE OF NORTHWEST OREGON, THE CENTRAL COAST RANGE OF WESTERN OREGON,  THE LOWER COLUMBIA.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MONDAY FOR THE GREATER PORTLAND METRO AREA, THE CENTRAL WILLAMETTE VALLEY, THE WESTERN COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE, THE LOWER COLUMBIA, AND THE UPPER HOOD RIVER VALLEY,
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MONDAY FOR THE NORTHERN OREGON CASCADES.
• A FLOOD WATCH IS IN EFFECT THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING FOR THE CENTRAL OREGON COAST, THE CENTRAL COAST RANGE OF WESTERN OREGON, THE GREATER PORTLAND METRO AREA, THE CENTRAL WILLAMETTE VALLEY, THE SOUTH WILLAMETTE VALLEY, THE NORTHERN OREGON CASCADE FOOTHILLS, AND THE CASCADE FOOTHILLS IN LANE COUNTY.
• A HIGH WIND WARNING IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM TONIGHT FOR THE SOUTH CENTRAL OREGON COAST AND THE CURRY COUNTY COAST.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM TONIGHT UNTIL 4 PM MONDAY ABOVE 5,000 FT. FOR THE SOUTH CENTRAL OREGON CASCADES.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM TONIGHT UNTIL 4 PM MONDAY FOR THE SOUTHERN OREGON CASCADES AND THE SISKIYOU MOUNTAINS.
• A WIND ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM TONIGHT FOR JACKSON COUNTY.
• A HIGH WIND WARNING IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM MONDAY FOR NORTHERN AND EASTERN KLAMATH COUNTY, AND WESTERN, CENTRAL, AND EASTERN LAKE COUNTY.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM UNTIL 4 PM MONDAY 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 and Lawson 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:

• Cloudy rain, possibly mixed with snow this evening (no accumulation expected), rain and colder late tonight (0.75 in. of rain possible),
• Mostly cloudy with showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Monday (0.25 in. of rain possible), mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers Monday night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible),
• Mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of AM rain, a good (50%) chance of rain and a bit cooler Tuesday afternoon (under 0.10 in. of rain possible), cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain at night (0.10 in. of rain possible),
• Cloudy with AM rain likely (70%), mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a good (50%) chance of rain Wednesday afternoon, then rain likely (70%) Wednesday night.
• lows 33-46 highs 42-52.
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a good (50%) chance of showers Thursday night,
• Cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of rain Friday, mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers at night,
• A mix of clouds and sun and a bit warmer with a slight (20%) chance of showers Saturday, partly cloudy Saturday night,
• Then partly cloudy and a bit warmer with patchy fog Sunday.
• highs 56-47 warming to 50 Sunday lows 42-35. (seasonal averages high 50 low 35)

 

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Forecast for Roseburg:

• Cloudy with rain tonight (0.75 in. of rain possible),
• Mostly cloudy and much cooler with rain and snow showers Monday (0.25 in. of rain possible, 1 in. of snow possible, snow level 1,500 ft. rising to 2,000 ft. in the afternoon), a (30%) chance of evening rain and snow showers, a (40%) chance of rain and snow at night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 2,000 ft.),
• AM rain and snow likely (70%), rain likely (70%) and a bit warmer Tuesday afternoon (0.25 in. of rain possible, snow level 2,000 ft. rising to 3,000 ft. in the afternoon), cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain Tuesday night (0.10 in. of rain possible),
• Mostly cloudy with rain likely (70%) and a bit warmer Wednesday, then rain at night.
• lows 38-35 warming to 50 Wednesday night highs 46-57.
• Cloudy with rain Thursday and a bit warmer, mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain Thursday night,
• Mostly cloudy with rain likely (70%) and a bit cooler Friday, cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers at night,
• Mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers and a bit cooler Saturday, mostly cloudy Saturday night,
• Then sunny and a bit warmer with patchy fog Sunday.
• highs 58-50 warming to 55 Sunday lows 42-34. (seasonal averages high 52 low 37)

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

• Mostly cloudy with rain possibly heavy at times this evening, rain late tonight (1.50 in. of rain possible), and windy (Wind: SW 20-30 mph shifting W 10-15 mph late tonight at the shore while SW 10-20 mph inland),
• Mostly cloudy with coastal showers and much cooler Monday while AM rain and snow showers inland with inland showers in the afternoon (0.25 in. of rain possible, no snow accumulation expected, snow level 1,500 ft. rising to 2,000 ft. in the afternoon), mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of evening showers, a (40%) chance of rain late Monday night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 2,000 ft.),
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with rain likely (70%) Tuesday (0.25 in. of rain possible), cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain Tuesday night (0.10 in. of rain possible),
• Cloudy with a rain likely (70%) and a bit warmer Wednesday, then rain Wednesday night.
• lows 42-38 warming to 52 Wednesday night highs 49-56.
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with rain and breezy Thursday, rain likely (70%) and colder Thursday night,
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain likely (70%) Friday, a good (50%) chance of showers at night,
• Just mostly cloudy Saturday, mostly clear at night,
• Then partly cloudy and a bit warmer with patchy fog Sunday.
• highs 58-53 warming to 56 Sunday lows 45-39. (seasonal averages high 52 low 40)

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

• Cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow this evening, rain and snow and colder late tonight (0.50 in. of rain possible, 2-5 in. of snow possible),
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with snow showers Monday (2-5 in. of snow possible), mostly cloudy with evening snow showers, a good (50%) chance of snow showers and cold Monday night,
• Mostly cloudy with good (50%) chance of AM snow, rain and snow likely (70%) and a bit warmer Tuesday afternoon, cloudy with evening rain and snow likely (70%), a good (50%) chance of rain and snow at night,
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with rain and snow likely (70%) Wednesday, then rain likely (70%) Wednesday night.
• snow level 5,000 ft. tonight, at the surface Monday and Monday night, 4,000 ft. Tuesday afternoon, 5,000 ft. Tuesday night, 5,500 ft. Wednesday, then 8,000 ft. Wednesday night.
• lows 25-19 warming to 35 Wednesday night highs 28-40.
• Mostly cloudy with rain and a bit warmer Thursday, rain and snow showers likely (70%) Thursday night,
• Rain likely (70%) with a (40%) chance of snow and a bit cooler Friday, rain and snow showers likely (70%) Friday night,
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers Saturday, then partly cloudy Saturday night and Sunday (a bit warmer).
• snow level 8,000 ft. Thursday, 6,000 ft. Thursday night, 4,000 ft. Friday and Friday night, 3,000 ft. Saturday, freezing level 4,000 ft. Saturday night, then 7,500 ft. Sunday.
• highs 42-32 warming to 37 Sunday lows 30-23.

 

 

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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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Here is my weekly weather quiz question for the last time. What is  “Air Stagnation?” Here is the correct answer. Air Stagnation is a meteorological situation in which there is a major buildup of air pollution in the atmosphere. This usually occurs when the same air mass is parked over the same area for several days. During this time, the light winds cannot “cleanse” the buildup of smoke, dust, gases, and other industrial air pollution. I’ll have a new weekly weather quiz question for you starting Monday. Please remember to post your answer at the bottom of this page. The first person to post the correct answer 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 blue arrows) is controlling our weather for the foreseeable future. The graphic for days 1-3 shows the complex frontal system moving through the Pacific Northwest bringing rain and then snow. The worst of the storm will strike from Salem through Portland.  The graphic for days 3-7 shows another very active complex frontal system heading our way by late next week. For mountain snow conditions at the local ski areas check out their websites or give them a call.

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Air Quality Index:

Eugene-Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 22 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Oakridge: The Air Quality Index is 77 in the Moderate category measuring Particulate Matter.

Cottage Grove: The Air Quality Index is 25 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

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Home Wood Heating Advisory:

Eugene-Springfield: GREEN – Burning is Allowed.

Oakridge: GREEN – 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 STORM WARNING IS IN EFFECT FROM UNTIL 6 AM MONDAY FOR THE NORTH OREGON COAST,  THE COAST RANGE OF NORTHWEST OREGON, THE CENTRAL COAST RANGE OF WESTERN OREGON, AND THE LOWER COLUMBIA.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM MONDAY FOR THE CENTRAL OREGON COAST.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MONDAY FOR THE GREATER PORTLAND METRO AREA, THE CENTRAL WILLAMETTE VALLEY, THE WESTERN COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE, THE CENTRAL COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE, THE LOWER COLUMBIA, AND THE UPPER HOOD RIVER VALLEY,
• A WINTER STORM WARNING IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MONDAY FOR THE NORTHERN OREGON CASCADE FOOTHILLS AND THE NORTHERN OREGON CASCADES,
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MONDAY FOR AND THE CASCADES IN LANE COUNTY AND THE UPPER HOOD RIVER VALLEY.
• A FLOOD WATCH IS IN EFFECT THROUGH MONDAY MORNING FOR THE CASCADE FOOTHILLS IN LANE COUNTY, THE CENTRAL COAST RANGE OF WESTERN OREGON, THE CENTRAL OREGON COAST, THE CENTRAL WILLAMETTE VALLEY, THE COAST RANGE OF NORTHWEST OREGON,THE GREATER PORTLAND METRO AREA, THE NORTH OREGON COAST, THE NORTHERN OREGON CASCADE FOOTHILLS, AND THE SOUTH WILLAMETTE VAlLEY.
• *A HIGH WIND WARNING IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM TONIGHT FOR THE SOUTH CENTRAL OREGON COAST AND THE CURRY COUNTY COAST.
• *A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM TONIGHT UNTIL 4 PM MONDAY ABOVE 5,000 FT. FOR THE SOUTH CENTRAL OREGON CASCADES.
• *A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM TONIGHT UNTIL 4 PM MONDAY FOR THE SOUTHERN OREGON CASCADES AND THE SISKIYOU MOUNTAINS.
• *A WIND ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM TONIGHT FOR JACKSON COUNTY.
• *A HIGH WIND WARNING IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM MONDAY FOR NORTHERN AND EASTERN KLAMATH COUNTY, AND WESTERN, CENTRAL, AND EASTERN LAKE COUNTY.
• *A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM UNTIL 4 PM MONDAY 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 and Lawson 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:

• Rain possibly, heavy at times, today and this evening (1.00 in. of rain possible), rain and snow and colder tonight (0.75 in. of rain possible, 2 in. of snow possible),
• Cloudy with rain and snow showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Monday (0.25 in. of rain possible, snow level 1,000 ft.), a good (50%) chance of evening showers, a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers late Monday night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 1,000 ft.),
• Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of AM rain, rain likely (70%) and a bit warmer Tuesday afternoon and at night.
• highs 52-40 warming to 42 Tuesday lows 35-32 warming to 37 Tuesday night.
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a good (50%) chance of rain Wednesday, rain likely (70%) Wednesday night through Friday (a bit cooler), cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain Friday night,
• Then mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of showers Saturday.
• highs 48-52 cooling to 47 Saturday lows 43-33. (seasonal averages high 50 low 35)

 

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Forecast for Roseburg:

• AM rain, a good (50%) chance of rain and a bit warmer this afternoon (0.25 in. of rain possible) and breezy (Wind: S 15-25 mph), rain tonight (0.75 in. of rain possible),
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain and snow showers Monday (0.25 in. of rain possible, snow level 1,500 ft.), a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers at night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible),
• AM rain and snow likely (70%), rain and a bit warmer Tuesday afternoon, then cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain at night.
• highs 59-44 warming to 48 Saturday lows near 37-33 warming to 44 Tuesday night.
• Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain and a bit warmer Wednesday, rain likely (70%) at night and Thursday (a bit warmer), a (40%) chance of rain Thursday night,
• A bit cooler with showers likely (70%) Friday, cloudy with a (30%) chance of showers at night,
• Then mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of showers and a bit cooler Saturday.
• highs 56-50 lows 46-38. (seasonal averages high 52 low 37)

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

• Mostly cloudy with rain possibly heavy at times this evening, rain late tonight (1.50 in. of rain possible), and windy (Wind: SW 20-30 mph shifting W 10-15 mph late tonight at the shore while SW 10-20 mph inland),
• Mostly cloudy with coastal showers and a bit cooler Monday while AM rain and snow showers inland with inland showers in the afternoon (0.25 in. of rain possible, no snow accumulation expected, snow level 1,500 ft. rising to 2,000 ft. in the afternoon), mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of evening showers, a (40%) chance of rain late Monday night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 2,000 ft.),
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with rain likely (70%) Tuesday, cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain Tuesday night,
• Cloudy with a rain likely (70%) and a bit warmer Wednesday, then rain Wednesday night.
• lows 40-38 warming to 48 Tuesday night highs 53-48 warming back to 53 Tuesday.
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with rain and breezy Thursday, rain likely (70%) and colder Thursday night,
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain likely (70%) Friday, a good (50%) chance of showers at night,
• Just mostly cloudy Saturday, mostly clear at night,
• Then partly cloudy with patchy fog Sunday.
• highs 56-54 lows 49-42. (seasonal averages high 52 low 40)

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

• Cloudy with AM rain and snow likely (70%), a good (50%) chance of rain and snow (0.25 in. of rain possible, 2 in. of snow possible) this afternoon and evening and breezy (Wind: S 15-25 mph gusts to 40 mph), rain and snow and colder late tonight (0.50 in. of rain possible, 1-4 in. of snow possible),
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with snow showers Monday, cloudy with a good (50%) chance of snow showers Monday night,
• Cloudy with snow and a bit warmer Tuesday, then rain and snow likely (70%) at night.
• snow level 4,500 ft. today and tonight, at the surface Monday through Tuesday, then 4,500 ft. Tuesday night.
• highs 39-28 warming to 35 Tuesday lows 24-18 warming to 28 Tuesday night.
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with good (50%) chance of rain Wednesday, rain likely (70%) Wednesday night and Thursday (a bit warmer) cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers Thursday night,
• Rain and snow likely (70%) and a bit cooler Friday, mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow Friday night,
• Then a mix of clouds and sun with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers Saturday.
• snow level 6,000 ft. Wednesday, 8,000 ft. Wednesday night, 7,500 ft. Thursday, 5,500 ft. Thursday night, 3,500 ft. Friday and Friday night, then 3,000 ft. Saturday.
• highs 40-36 lows 32-22.

 

 

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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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Here is my weekly weather quiz question for the last time. What is  “Air Stagnation?” Here is the correct answer. Air Stagnation is a meteorological situation in which there is a major buildup of air pollution in the atmosphere. This usually occurs when the same air mass is parked over the same area for several days. During this time, the light winds cannot “cleanse” the buildup of smoke, dust, gases, and other industrial air pollution. I’ll have a new weekly weather quiz question for you starting Monday. Please remember to post your answer at the bottom of this page. The first person to post the correct answer 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 blue arrows) is controlling our weather for the foreseeable future. The graphic for days 1-3 shows the frontal system moving in and to the north warming us and keeping us in showers. The graphic for days 3-7 shows very active complex frontal systems heading our way next week. For mountain snow conditions at the local ski areas check out their websites or give them a call.

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Air Quality Index:

Eugene-Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 19 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 9 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

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Home Wood Heating Advisory:

Eugene-Springfield: GREEN – Burning is Allowed.

Oakridge: GREEN – 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 STORM WATCH IS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH MONDAY MORNING FOR THE NORTH OREGON COAST, THE CENTRAL OREGON COAST, THE LOWER COLUMBIA, THE GREATER PORTLAND METRO AREA, THE CENTRAL WILLAMETTE VALLEY, THE SOUTH WILLAMETTE VALLEY, THE WESTERN COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE, THE CENTRAL COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE, AND THE UPPER HOOD RIVER VALLEY.
• A WINTER STORM WATCH IS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH MONDAY AFTERNOON FOR THE COAST RANGE OF NORTHWEST OREGON, THE CENTRAL COAST RANGE OF WESTERN OREGON, THE NORTHERN OREGON CASCADE FOOTHILLS, THE CASCADE FOOTHILLS IN LANE COUNTY, THE NORTHERN OREGON CASCADES, AND THE CASCADES IN LANE COUNTY.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM SUNDAY FOR THE WESTERN COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE, THE CENTRAL COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE, AND THE UPPER HOOD RIVER VALLEY.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM SUNDAY FOR THE NORTHERN OREGON CASCADES.
• A HIGH WIND WARNING IS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM UNTIL 10 PM SUNDAY FOR THE SOUTH CENTRAL OREGON COAST AND THE CURRY COUNTY COAST.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM SUNDAY FOR THE SOUTH CENTRAL OREGON CASCADES.
• A WIND ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM UNTIL 10 PM SUNDAY FOR JACKSON COUNTY.
• A HIGH WIND WARNING IS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM SUNDAY UNTIL 1PM MONDAY 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 and Lawson 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 at times tonight (1.00 in. of rain possible),
• Rain possibly, heavy at times, Sunday and evening (1.00 in. of rain possible), rain and snow and colder at night (0.75 in. of rain possible, 2 in. of snow possible),
• Cloudy with rain and snow showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Monday afternoon (0.25 in. of rain possible, snow level 1,000 ft.), a good (50%) chance of evening showers, a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers late Monday night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible),
• Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of AM rain, rain likely (70%) and a bit warmer Tuesday afternoon and at night.
• lows 44-32 warming to 37 Tuesday night highs 52-40 warming to 42 Tuesday.
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a good (50%) chance of rain Wednesday, rain likely (70%) Wednesday night through Friday (a bit cooler), cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain Friday night,
• Then mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of showers Saturday.
• highs 48-52 cooling to 47 Saturday lows 43-33. (seasonal averages high 50 low 35)

 

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Forecast for Roseburg:

• Mostly cloudy with showers this evening, rain late tonight (0.25 in. of rain possible),
• AM rain, a good (50%) chance of rain and a bit warmer Sunday afternoon (0.25 in. of rain possible) and breezy (Wind: S 15-25 mph), rain Sunday night (0.75 in. of rain possible),
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain and snow showers Monday (0.25 in. of rain possible, snow level 1,500 ft.), a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers at night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible),
• AM rain and snow likely (70%), rain and a bit warmer Tuesday afternoon, then cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain at night.
• lows near 43-35 highs 59-44 warming to 48 Saturday.
• Mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain and a bit warmer Wednesday, rain likely (70%) at night and Thursday (a bit warmer), a (40%) chance of rain Thursday night,
• A bit cooler with showers likely (70%) Friday, cloudy with a (30%) chance of showers at night,
• Then mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of showers and a bit cooler Saturday.
• highs 56-50 lows 46-38. (seasonal averages high 52 low 37)

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

• Mostly cloudy with evening showers, rain late tonight (0.75 in. of rain possible) and windy (Wind: SW 20-30 mph at the shore while S 10-20 mph inland),
• Rain and a bit warmer Sunday (0.75 in. of rain possible) and windy (Wind: S 25-35 at the shore while S 15-25 mph inland), rain possibly heavy at times in the evening, rain late at night (1.50 in. of rain possible), and breezy (Wind W 20-30 mph shifting NW 15-25 mph late evening at the shore while W 10-20 mph inland decreasing to NW 5-10 mph late at night),
• Mostly cloudy coastal showers and a bit cooler Monday while rain and snow showers inland rain (0.25 in. of rain possible, snow level 1,500 ft. rising to 2,000 ft. in the afternoon), mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of showers Monday night (under 0.10 in. of rain possible, snow level 2,000 ft.),
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with rain Tuesday, then cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain Tuesday night.
• lows 46-40 highs 53-48 warming back to 53 Tuesday.
• Cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain and a bit warmer Wednesday, rain Wednesday night and Thursday (a bit warmer), rain likely (70%) Thursday night and breezy,
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with showers likely (70%) Friday, a good (50%) chance of showers at night,
• Then just mostly cloudy Saturday.
• highs 56-54 lows 49-42. (seasonal averages high 52 low 40)

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

• Mostly cloudy with rain and snow tonight (0.50 in. of rain possible, 3-6 in. of snow possible) and breezy (Wind: SW 15-25 mph gusts to 40 mph),
• Cloudy with AM rain and snow likely (70%) Sunday, a good (50%) chance of rain and snow (0.25 in. of rain possible, 2 in. of snow possible) in the afternoon and evening and breezy (Wind: S 15-25 mph gusts to 40 mph), rain and snow and colder late Sunday night (0.50 in. of rain possible, 1-4 in. of snow possible),
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with snow showers Monday, cloudy with a good (50%) chance of snow showers Monday night,
• Cloudy with snow and a bit warmer Tuesday, then rain and snow likely (70%) at night.
• snow level 4,500 ft. tonight through Sunday night, at the surface Monday through Tuesday, then 4,500 ft. Tuesday night.
• lows 32-18 warming to 28 Tuesday night highs 39-28 warming to 35 Tuesday.
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with good (50%) chance of rain Wednesday, rain likely (70%) Wednesday night and Thursday (a bit warmer) cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers Thursday night,
• Rain and snow likely (70%) and a bit cooler Friday, mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow Friday night,
• Then a mix of clouds and sun with a slight (20%) chance of rain and snow showers Saturday.
• snow level 6,000 ft. Wednesday, 8,000 ft. Wednesday night, 7,500 ft. Thursday, 5,500 ft. Thursday night, 3,500 ft. Friday and Friday night, then 3,000 ft. Saturday.
• highs 40-36 lows 32-22.

 

 

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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.

________________

Here is my weekly weather quiz question for the last time. What is  “Air Stagnation?” Here is the correct answer. Air Stagnation is a meteorological situation in which there is a major buildup of air pollution in the atmosphere. This usually occurs when the same air mass is parked over the same area for several days. During this time, the light winds cannot “cleanse” the buildup of smoke, dust, gases, and other industrial air pollution. I’ll have a new weekly weather quiz question for you starting Monday. Please remember to post your answer at the bottom of this page. The first person to post the correct answer 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 blue arrows) is controlling our weather for the foreseeable future. The graphic for days 1-3 shows the frontal system moving in and to the north warming us and keeping us in showers. The graphic for days 3-7 shows very active complex frontal systems heading our way next week. For mountain snow conditions at the local ski areas check out their websites or give them a call.

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Air Quality Index:

Eugene-Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 17 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Oakridge: The Air Quality Index is 34 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:

Eugene-Springfield: GREEN – Burning is Allowed.

Oakridge: GREEN – 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 STORM WARNING IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM TODAY FOR THE CENTRAL COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE AND THE UPPER HOOD RIVER VALLEY.
• A WINTER STORM WATCH IS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH MONDAY MORNING FOR THE NORTH OREGON COAST, THE CENTRAL OREGON COAST AND THE LOWER COLUMBIA, THE GREATER PORTLAND METRO AREA, THE CENTRAL WILLAMETTE VALLEY, THE SOUTH WILLAMETTE VALLEY, THE WESTERN COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE, THE CENTRAL COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE, AND THE UPPER HOOD RIVER VALLEY.
• A WINTER STORM WATCH IS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH MONDAY AFTERNOON FOR THE COAST RANGE OF NORTHWEST OREGON, THE CENTRAL COAST RANGE OF WESTERN OREGON, THE NORTHERN OREGON CASCADE FOOTHILLS, THE CASCADE FOOTHILLS IN LANE COUNTY, THE NORTHERN OREGON CASCADES, AND THE CASCADES IN LANE COUNTY.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM SUNDAY FOR THE NORTHERN OREGON CASCADES.
• A HIGH WIND WATCH IS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING FOR THE SOUTH CENTRAL OREGON COAST AND THE CURRY COUNTY COAST.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM SUNDAY FOR THE SOUTH CENTRAL OREGON CASCADES.
• A HIGH WIND WATCH IS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH MONDAY MORNING 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 and Lawson 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 with rain today (0.50 in. of rain possible) and tonight (0.50 in. of rain possible),
• Rain heavy at times possibly mixing with or changing to snow Sunday afternoon and evening (1.00 in. of rain possible), rain and snow and colder at night (0.50 in. of rain possible),
• Cloudy with AM rain and snow, showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Monday afternoon (snow level 1,500 ft.), then cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers Monday night.
• highs 50-40 lows 44-33 Monday night.
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of rain Tuesday, a (40%) chance of rain at night,
• Cloudy and a bit warmer with rain likely (70%) Wednesday through Thursday, then showers likely (70%) Thursday night and Friday (a bit cooler).
• highs 42-52 cooling to 47 Friday lows 34-38. (seasonal averages high 50 low 35)

 

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Forecast for Roseburg:

• Mostly cloudy with showers and a bit cooler today, rain tonight (0.25 in. of rain possible),
• Rain and breezy (Wind: S 15-25 mph) Sunday, rain Sunday night (snow level 3,500 ft. late Sunday night),
• Cloudy with AM rain and snow showers, rain and snow showers likely (70%) and a bit cooler Monday afternoon, then a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers at night.
• highs 53-56 cooling to 43 Monday lows near 43-35.
• Cloudy with rain and snow likely (70%) and a bit warmer Tuesday, a (40%) chance of rain at night,
• Rain likely (70%) and a bit warmer Wednesday, cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain at night,
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with rain likely (70%) Thursday, cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain Thursday night,
• Then cloudy and a bit cooler with a (40%) chance of showers Friday.
• highs 47-58 cooling to 54 Friday lows 42-47 cooling back to 42 Thursday night. (seasonal averages high 52 low 37)

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

• Mostly cloudy with showers today (0.50 in. of rain possible), rain tonight (0.75 in. of rain possible) and windy (Wind: SW 20-30 mph at the shore while S 10-20 mph inland),
• Rain Sunday () and windy (Wind: S 25-35 at the shower while S 15-25 mph inland), rain at night, heavy at times in the evening (1.00 in. of rain possible Sunday and Sunday night), breezy Sunday night (Wind W 20-30 mph at the shore NW 15-25 mph in the evening and NW 10 mph late at night while W 10-20 mph inland),
• Mostly cloudy coastal showers and a bit cooler Monday while AM inland rain and snow showers and inland rain and snow showers in the afternoon (snow level 1,500 ft.), then mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers Monday night.
• highs 53-55 cooling to 47 Monday lows 46-40.
• Cloudy and a bit warmer with rain likely (70%) Tuesday, cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain Tuesday night,
• Mostly cloudy with rain likely (70%) and a bit warmer Wednesday through Thursday, cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain at night,
• Then mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of showers Friday.
• highs 50-57 cooling to 54 Friday lows 44-50 cooling to 45 Thursday night. (seasonal averages high 52 low 40)

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

• Rain and snow today (0.50 in. of rain possible,1-4 in. of snow possible), rain and snow tonight (0.50 in. of rain possible, 2-5 in. of snow possible) and breezy (Wind: SW 15-25 mph gusts to 40 mph),
• Cloudy with AM rain and snow Sunday and breezy (Wind: SW 15-25 mph gusts to 40 mph), a bit warmer in the afternoon, rain and snow and colder Sunday night and breezy (Wind: S 15-25 mph gusts to 35 mph),
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with snow showers Monday, then cloudy with a good (50%) chance of snow showers Monday night.
• snow level 4,500 ft. today and tonight, 5,000 ft. Sunday, 4,500 ft. Sunday night, then at the surface Monday and Monday night.
• highs 35-38 cooling to 26 Monday lows 30-19.
• Cloudy with snow likely (70%) and a bit warmer Tuesday, rain and snow likely (70%) at night,
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with rain likely (70%) Wednesday through Thursday, then cloudy and a bit cooler with rain and snow showers likely (70%) Thursday night and Friday.
• snow level at the surface Tuesday, 4,500 ft. Tuesday night, 6,000 ft. Wednesday, 8,000 ft. Wednesday night and Thursday, 5,500 ft. Thursday night, then 4,500 ft. Friday.
• highs 33-43 cooling to 37 Friday lows 28-32 cooling back to 28 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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Here is my weekly weather quiz question. What is  “Air Stagnation?” Please remember to post your answer at the bottom of this page. The first person to post the correct answer 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 blue arrows) is controlling our weather for the foreseeable future. The graphic for days 1-3 shows the frontal system moving in and to the north warming us and keeping us in showers. The graphic for days 3-7 shows very active complex frontal systems heading our way next week. For mountain snow conditions at the local ski areas check out their websites or give them a call.

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Air Quality Index:

Eugene-Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 49 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Oakridge: The Air Quality Index is 15 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Cottage Grove: The Air Quality Index is 55 in the Moderate category measuring Particulate Matter.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

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Home Wood Heating Advisory:

Eugene-Springfield: GREEN – Burning is Allowed.

Oakridge: GREEN – 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 4 AM SATURDAY FOR THE GREATER PORTLAND METRO AREA.
• A WINTER STORM WARNING IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM SATURDAY  FOR THE WESTERN COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE.
• A WINTER STORM WARNING IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM SATURDAY FOR THE CENTRAL COLUMBIA GORGE AND THE UPPER HOOD RIVER VALLEY.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM SATURDAY FOR THE SOUTH CENTRAL OREGON CASCADES.
• A HIGH WIND WARNING IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM SATURDAY 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 and Lawson 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 tonight and slowly rising temperatures (0.50 in. of rain possible),
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with rain Saturday (0.50 in. of rain possible) and Saturday night (0.50 in. of rain possible),
• Rain Sunday (0.50 in. of rain possible) and at night (0.50 in. of rain possible),
• Cloudy with AM rain likely (70%), a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of showers Monday afternoon,  then cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers Monday night.
• lows 35-42 cooling to 33 Monday  night highs 49-52 cooling to 43 Monday.
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of showers Tuesday, a (40%) chance of showers at night,
• Cloudy and a bit warmer with a good (50%) chance of rain Wednesday, rain likely (70%) Wednesday night,
• Then cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain and a bit warmer Thursday through Friday (a bit cooler).
• highs 42-52 cooling to 47 Friday lows 34-38. (seasonal averages high 50 low 35)

 

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Forecast for Roseburg:

• Mostly cloudy with showers tonight (0.25 in. of rain possible) and a bit cooler Saturday (0.25 in. of rain possible Saturday night, Sunday and Sunday night) through Sunday night (a bit warmer Sunday),
• Cloudy with AM rain and snow, rain and snow showers and a bit cooler Monday afternoon, then a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers at night.
• lows near 45-35 highs 53-56 cooling to 43 Monday.
• Cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain and snow and a bit warmer Tuesday, a (40%) chance of rain at night,
• Rain likely (70%) and a bit warmer Wednesday, cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain at night,
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with rain likely (70%) Thursday, cloudy with a (40%) chance of rain Thursday night,
• Then cloudy and a bit cooler with a (40%) chance of showers Friday.
• highs 47-58 cooling to 54 Friday lows 42-47 cooling back to 42 Thursday night. (seasonal averages high 52 low 37)

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

• Cloudy with showers tonight (0.50 in. of rain possible) and breezy (Wind: SW 15-25 mph),
• Mostly cloudy with showers Saturday (0.50 in. of rain possible), rain Saturday night (0.75 in. of rain possible) through Sunday night (1.00 in. of rain possible Sunday and Sunday night), breezy Sunday night (Wind S 15-25 mph),
• Mostly cloudy rain Monday AM, showers and a bit cooler in the afternoon and breezy (Wind: S 15-25 mph), then mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers Monday night.
• lows 48-40 highs 53-55 cooling to 47 Monday.
• Cloudy and a bit warmer with a (40%) chance of rain Tuesday and Tuesday night,
• Mostly cloudy with rain likely (70%) and a bit warmer Wednesday through Thursday, cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain at night,
• Then mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of showers Friday.
• highs 50-57 cooling to 54 Friday lows 44-50 cooling to 45 Thursday night. (seasonal averages high 52 low 40)

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

• Mostly cloudy with rain and snow at times tonight (0.50 in. of rain possible, 2-5 in. of rain possible) and breezy (Wind: S 15-25 mph gusts to 45 mph tonight,
• Rain and snow Saturday (0.50 in. of rain possible, 2-5 in. of snow possible), rain and snow at night (0.50 in. of rain possible, 2-5 in. of snow possible),
• Cloudy with AM rain and snow Sunday and breezy (Wind: SW 15-25 mph gusts to 35 mph decreasing to SW 10-15 mph gusts to 25 mph in the afternoon), a good (50%) chance of rain and snow and a bit warmer in the afternoon, rain and snow Sunday night,
• Mostly cloudy with AM rain and snow, a bit cooler with rain and snow showers Monday, then cloudy with a good (50%) chance of snow showers Monday night.
• snow level 5,000 ft. today, 4,500 ft. tonight through Sunday, 5,000 ft. Sunday night, then at the surface Monday and Monday night.
• lows 30-19 highs 35-38 cooling to 26 Monday.
• Cloudy with a good (50%) chance of snow showers and a bit warmer Tuesday, a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers at night,
• Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain and a bit warmer Wednesday, cloudy with rain likely (70%) and a bit warmer Wednesday night through Thursday night,
• Then cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of rain and snow Friday.
• snow level at the surface Tuesday, 5,500 ft. Tuesday night, 7,000 ft. Wednesday, 8,000 ft. Wednesday night and Thursday, 6,000 ft. Thursday night, then 4,500 ft. Friday.
• highs 33-43 cooling to 28 Friday lows 28-32 cooling back to 28 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.

 

________________

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

________________

Here is my weekly weather quiz question. What is  “Air Stagnation?” Please remember to post your answer at the bottom of this page. The first person to post the correct answer 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 blue arrows) is controlling our weather for the foreseeable future. The graphic for days 1-3 shows the next fronts that bring back the freezing Winter precipitation for a short time. Watch out for any slippery roads. The graphic for days 3-7 shows very active frontal systems heading our way next week. For mountain snow conditions at the local ski areas check out their websites or give them a call. Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow at Gobbler’s Knob, about 2 miles outside of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania this morning predicting 6 more weeks of Winter.

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Air Quality Index:

Eugene-Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 54 in the Moderate category measuring Particulate Matter.

Oakridge: The Air Quality Index is 59 in the Moderate category measuring Particulate Matter.

Cottage Grove: The Air Quality Index is 52 in the Moderate category measuring Particulate Matter.

Data courtesy of Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA)

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Home Wood Heating Advisory:

Eugene-Springfield: GREEN – Burning is Allowed.

Oakridge: GREEN – 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 6 PM TODAY FOR THE COAST RANGE OF NORTHWEST OREGON AND THE CENTRAL WILLAMETTE VALLEY.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM TODAY FOR THE LOWER COLUMBIA, THE NORTHERN OREGON CASCADE FOOTHILLS.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM SATURDAY FOR THE GREATER PORTLAND METRO AREA.
• A WINTER STORM WARNING IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM SATURDAY  FOR THE WESTERN COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE.
• A WINTER STORM WARNING IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM SATURDAY FOR THE CENTRAL COLUMBIA GORGE AND THE UPPER HOOD RIVER VALLEY.
• A FREEZING RAIN ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM TODAY FOR  THE CENTRAL WILLAMETTE VALLEY AND THE SOUTH WILLAMETTE VALLEY.
• A WIND ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM TODAY FOR JACKSON COUNTY.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM SATURDAY ABOVE 500 FT. FOR THE SOUTH CENTRAL OREGON CASCADES.
• A HIGH WIND WARNING IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM SATURDAY 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 and Lawson 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 this afternoon and any ice slowly melting (0.25 in. of rain possible), rain and breezy (Wind: S 15-25 mph) tonight (0.25 in. of rain possible),
• Then mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with rain Saturday (0.25 in. of rain possible) through Sunday, rain heavy at times in the evening, then rain Sunday night.
• highs 45-52 lows 42-35.
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with a good (50%) chance of showers Monday, cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers Monday night and Tuesday, mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of showers at night,
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a good (50%) chance of showers Wednesday, cloudy with rain likely (70%) Wednesday night,
• Then a good (50%) chance of rain Thursday.
• highs 43-53 lows 34-40. (seasonal averages high 49 low 35)

 

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Forecast for Roseburg:

• Mostly cloudy with rain today through Saturday night (0.25 in. of rain possible each period today through Saturday night),
• Cloudy with AM rain likely (70%), then rain and a bit warmer Sunday afternoon and at night.
• highs 53-56 lows near 45-39.
• Mostly cloudy and colder with rain and snow showers Monday, a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers Monday night,
• Rain and snow likely (70%) and a bit warmer Tuesday, mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers at night,
• Showers likely (70%) and a bit warmer Wednesday, mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers at night,
• Then mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with rain likely (70%) Thursday.
• highs 43-59 lows 38-50. (seasonal averages high 52 low 37)

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

• Cloudy with rain with a (30%) chance of thunderstorms at the shore and a bit cooler today while rain inland (0.25 in. of rain possible), rain (0.25 in. of rain possible) tonight and breezy (Wind: S 15-25 mph gusts to 40 mph at the shore while S 10-20 mph inland,
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain Saturday (0.50 in. of rain possible), rain and breezy (Wind: SW 15-25 mph) Saturday night (0.25 in. of rain possible),
• Then cloudy and a bit warmer with rain and breezy (Wind: S 20-30 mph at the shore while S 10-20 mph inland, afternoon gusts to 40 mph) Sunday rain and breezy Sunday night.
• highs 52-55 lows 47-42.
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with showers Monday and breezy, a (40%) chance of showers Monday night,
• Cloudy and a bit warmer with rain likely (70%) Tuesday, mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of showers at night,
• Mostly cloudy with showers likely (70%) and a bit warmer Wednesday and Wednesday night,
• Then rain likely (70%) and a bit warmer Thursday.
• highs 47-57 lows 42-50. (seasonal averages high 52 low 40)

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

• Rain and snow and a bit warmer today (0.50 in. of rain possible, 1-4 in. of snow possible), rain and snow tonight (0.50 in. of rain possible, 3-6 in. of rain possible) and breezy (Wind: S 15-25 mph gusts to 40 mph tonight,
• Rain and snow Saturday (2-5 in. of snow possible), rain and snow at night (0.50 in. of rain possible),
• Cloudy with AM rain and snow Sunday, a good (50%) chance of rain and snow and a bit warmer in the afternoon, then rain and snow Sunday night.
• snow level 5,000 ft. today, 4,500 ft. tonight through Sunday, then 5,000 ft. Sunday night.
• highs 36-38 lows 30-26.
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain and snow showers Monday, a good (50%) chance of snow showers Monday night and Tuesday, a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers at night,
• A mix of clouds and sun with a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers and a bit warmer Wednesday, cloudy with rain likely (70%) Wednesday night,
• Then cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain Thursday.
• snow level 3,000 ft. Monday, at the surface Monday night and Tuesday, 5,000 ft. Tuesday night,6,500 ft. Wednesday, then 8,000 ft. Wednesday night and Thursday.
• highs 26-42 lows 23-32.

 

 

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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.

________________

Here is my weekly weather quiz question. What is  “Air Stagnation?” Please remember to post your answer at the bottom of this page. The first person to post the correct answer 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 blue arrows) is controlling our weather for the foreseeable future. The graphic for days 1-3 shows the next fronts that bring back the freezing Winter precipitation for a short time. Watch out for the potentially slippery roads. The graphic for days 3-7 shows very active frontal systems heading our way next week. For mountain snow conditions at the local ski areas check out their websites or give them a call. Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow at Gobbler’s Knob, about 2 miles outside of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania this morning predicting 6 more weeks of Winter.

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Air Quality Index:

Eugene-Springfield: The Air Quality Index is 21 in the Good category measuring Particulate Matter.

Oakridge: The Air Quality Index is 11 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:

Eugene-Springfield: GREEN – Burning is Allowed.

Oakridge: GREEN – 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 1 AM UNTIL 6 PM FRIDAY FOR THE COAST RANGE OF NORTHWEST OREGON AND THE CENTRAL WILLAMETTE VALLEY.
• A WINTER STORM WATCH IS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM UNTIL 10 AM FRIDAY FOR THE CENTRAL COAST RANGE OF WESTERN OREGON AND THE NORTHERN OREGON CASCADE FOOTHILLS.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM UNTIL 4 PM FRIDAY FOR THE LOWER COLUMBIA.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM FRIDAY UNTIL 4 AM SATURDAY FOR THE GREATER PORTLAND METRO AREA.
• A WINTER STORM WARNING IS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM FRIDAY UNTIL 6 AM SATURDAY  FOR THE WESTERN COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE.
• A WINTER STORM WARNING IS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM FRIDAY UNTIL 10 AM SATURDAY FOR THE CENTRAL COLUMBIA GORGE AND THE UPPER HOOD RIVER VALLEY.
• A WIND ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM FRIDAY FOR THE GREATER PORTLAND METRO AREA.
• A WIND ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM FRIDAY FOR JACKSON COUNTY.
• A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FROM 10 P TONIGHT UNTIL 10 AM SATURDAY ABOVE 500 FT. FOR THE SOUTH CENTRAL OREGON CASCADES.
• A HIGH WIND WARNING IS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM FRIDAY UNTIL 4 PM SATURDAY 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 and Lawson 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 evening rain, rain with a chance of freezing rain late tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible),
• Mostly cloudy with rain likely (70%) and chance of freezing rain Friday AM, rain in the afternoon (0.25 in. of rain possible), rain and breezy (Wind: S 15-25 mph) at night (0.25 in. of rain possible),
• Then mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with rain Saturday (0.25 in. of rain possible) through Sunday night.
• lows 33-42 cooling to 35 Sunday night highs 45-52.
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with showers likely (70%) Monday, cloudy with a (30%) chance of showers Monday night,
• Cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain Tuesday, mostly cloudy with a (30%) chance of showers at night,
• Mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with a good (50%) chance of showers Wednesday, cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers Wednesday night,
• Then rain likely (70%) Thursday.
• highs 43-53 lows 34-40. (seasonal averages high 49 low 35)

 

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Forecast for Roseburg:

• Mostly cloudy with a good (50%) chance of evening showers, rain late tonight through Saturday night (0.25 in. of rain possible each period tonight through Saturday night),
• Cloudy with AM rain likely (70%), then rain and a bit warmer Sunday afternoon and at night.
• lows near 40-43 cooling to 39 Sunday night highs 54-52 warming back to 54 Sunday.
• Mostly cloudy and colder with rain and snow showers likely (70%) Monday, a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers Monday night,
• Rain and snow likely (70%) and a bit warmer Tuesday, mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers at night through Wednesday night,
• Then mostly cloudy and a bit warmer with rain likely (70%) Thursday.
• highs 43-59 lows 38-50. (seasonal averages high 52 low 37)

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

• Mostly cloudy with coastal evening showers with rain and a (40%) chance of thunderstorms late tonight while a good (50%) chance of inland evening showers with inland rain late tonight (0.25 in. of rain possible),
• Cloudy with rain with a (30%) chance of thunderstorms at the shore and a bit cooler Friday while rain inland (0.25 in. of rain possible), rain (0.25 in. of rain possible) Friday night and breezy (Wind: S 15-25 mph at the shore while S 10-20 mph inland,
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain Saturday (0.50 in. of rain possible), rain and breezy (Wind: SW 15-25 mph) Saturday night (0.25 in. of rain possible),
• Then cloudy and a bit warmer with rain and windy Sunday and Sunday night.
• lows 45-47 cooling to 42 Sunday night highs 54-52 warming to 55 Sunday.
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with rain and snow showers likely (70%) Monday and breezy, a (40%) chance of showers Monday night,
• Cloudy and a bit warmer with rain likely (70%) Tuesday, mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of showers at night,
• Then mostly cloudy with a (40%) chance of showers and a bit warmer Wednesday, cloudy with a good (50%) chance of showers Wednesday night,
• Then rain likely (70%) and a bit warmer Thursday.
• highs 47-57 lows 42-50. (seasonal averages high 52 low 40)

 

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Forecast for the Cascades in Lane County:

• Mostly cloudy with a slight (20%) chance of evening rain and snow, rain and snow likely (70%) late tonight (0.10 in. of rain possible, 1 in. of snow possible),
• Rain and snow and a bit warmer Friday and Friday night and breezy (Wind: S 15-25 mph gusts to 35 mph – gusts to 45 mph at night,
• Rain and snow Saturday and at night (0.50 in. of rain possible),
• Cloudy with AM rain and snow likely (70%) Sunday, a good (50%) chance of rain and snow and a bit warmer in the afternoon, then rain and snow likely (70%) Sunday night.
• snow level 3,500 ft. rising to 5,000 ft. late tonight, 5,000 ft. Friday, 4,500 ft. Friday night through Sunday, then 5,000 ft. Sunday night.
• lows 28-30 cooling to 26 Sunday night highs 36-38.
• Mostly cloudy and a bit cooler with snow showers likely (70%) Monday and Monday night,
• Cloudy with snow likely (70%) Tuesday, a good (50%) chance of rain and snow showers at night,
• A mix of clouds and sun with a (30%) chance of rain and snow showers and a bit warmer Wednesday, then cloudy with a good (50%) chance of rain Wednesday night and Thursday.
• snow level at the surface Monday and Monday night, 2,500 ft. Tuesday, 4,000 ft. Tuesday night, 5,000 ft. Wednesday, 7,000 ft. Wednesday night, then 8,000 ft. Thursday.
• highs 26-42 lows 23-32.

 

 

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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.

 

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