STEVENS PASS MOUNTAIN WEATHER

11/8/2011 Weather

24 hour Forecast Starting at NOON on Tuesday

Precipitation
“ Water: .10 by 4am 24hr total by noon .10
“ of Snow: trace by 4am 24hr total by noon  0

Trend and Timing:
Light rain with snow mixed above 4500’ will move through tomorrow. The remainder of the week will be dry.

Temperatures (F):

Low: 28 High: 34
Freezing level: 4000’ - 5000’

Trend and Timing:
Temperatures will rise today influenced by southerly flow. Freezing levels are expected to reach 6000’ or higher by Thursday morning. Mild temperatures will hang around for the remainder of the week.


Winds Speed/Direction
0-10 E

Trend and Timing:
Light east surface winds will stick around for the remainder of the week.


General Discussion: Southerly flow combined with rising pressure has brought us some fine weather today. Clouds will thicken this afternoon as a weak system prepares to move through the mountains tomorrow. The sun, with mild temperatures is anticipated on Thursday/Friday.

Long-term (4-6days): A NW jet stream is looking promising for the weekend. This is expected to drive cooler air and moisture into the PNW over the weekend. This will be our next best chance for any significant snow. Fingers crossed.

Looking further out: The November outlook from the Climate Prediction Center calls for below normal temperatures and above average precipitation in the PNW. A good sign.