Snow Possible, Frigid Temps Ahead For Lake Area

We are often asked why winter storm watches are issued so far in advance of the start of snow.

The warning is in effect from 6 a.m.to 4 p.m. for Thursday, December 8.

Thursday, he said, “might be a good day to stay in and enjoy the snow”.

New snow and sleet accumulations of one to three inches are possible, the weather service said. Our area hasn’t seen these kind of wind chill values since late Winter of 2016.

Areas of freezing fog are possible throughout the valley Wednesday, which could create slick spots on bridges and overpasses, the weather service said.

The hazardous weather outlook predicts sub freezing temperatures across high terrain across northwest California, with snow levels for the north coast region falling to around 2500 feet. The National Weather Service advises residents to use caution when outdoors or traveling.

Because of our expected heavy snowfall rates and gusty winds, the potential for white out conditions and zero visibility will be high later Thursday into Friday morning.

It will change back to rain early in the morning hours.

Shaw said temperatures will warm a bit Friday and through the weekend, meaning scattered, mixed showers before a bit of a cooldown going into next week and a continued chance of showers.

Today and Wednesday will have the highest temperatures at 53 and 59 degrees, respectively.

Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 23. The snow begins Thursday and ramps-up into Friday morning, with Southwest Michigan in the bulls eye for the most snow.

Roads were slushy Monday on Prune Hill in Camas.

In addition, no unnecessary travel was advised on a 50-mile stretch of Interstate 25 between Casper, Glenrock and Douglas.