11/18/2008 Weather

11/18/2008 Weather Discussion: This benign weather, with the addition of a little sun, will last through tomorrow. A strong cold front is approaching the PNW for Thursday. Long-term models show the next system reaching the mountains sometime Thursday morning. Currently freezing levels are expected to drop to around 4000’ with a nice dose of moisture in tow. This storm should last into Friday - Beyond that the models are in conflict so I will leave that for when confidence is higher. Forecast from Tuesday 4pm to Wednesday 4am Precipitation 0 in. Water 0 in. Snow Temperatures Low 30 High 44 Winds 0-5 E Forecast for Wednesday 4am to 4pm Precipitation 0 in. Water 0 in. Snow Temperatures Low 30 High 40 Winds 5-10 E TRENDS AND TIMING Precipitation: No significant precipitation expected until Thursday. Freezing levels: Freezing levels will remain above 5000’ through Wednesday night. Temps will begin to drop with the arrival of Thursday front. Surface temps will be slightly lower due to east flow influence. Winds: East flow will develop tonight and strengthen through tomorrow.