Fall Weather Continues with Rain and Mountain Snow Across Northwest Oregon

PORTLAND, OR – Active fall weather persists through Thursday with rain in the valleys and snow in the high mountains, according to the National Weather Service. Showers are expected to continue across NW Oregon as a trough moves through the region. Snow levels are expected to drop to around 3500-4500 feet, bringing 2 to 4 inches of snow to the Cascade passes by Thursday afternoon.

Fall Weather Continues with Rain and Mountain Snow Across NW OregonPhoto byAndrew SonUnsplash

A Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect for the central Oregon Cascades above 4000 feet, as it marks the first significant snow of the season. Showers will taper off by Thursday evening, with drier weather anticipated on Friday. However, a weak atmospheric river may bring more rain by Sunday. Cooler temperatures are also expected Friday morning, with the possibility of frost in the Upper Hood River Valley.