Stay with WeatherNation for the latest forecast and for the Western-specific regional forecast, always 50 past the hour. Although the highest snowfall totals will be in California, accumulating snow is possible all the way into the northern Four Corners. Model indications up to 6-8" of snowfall through the highest peaks by tonight. Rain and snow will remain scattered behind the front, gradually tapering tonight. Although widespread severe storms are not likely, a few storms could produce gusty downdraft winds and heavy downpours at times. While the system moves onshore there is the chance for strong thunderstorms through the foothills and coastline of California. This includes difficult travel over the Donner Pass, near Truckee along I-80 and the Hwy. Impacts from the heavy snow will be felt the most near Reno, Bridgeport, Bishop, and Lone Pine. This system has brought strong winds to the area! Winds gusting to over 100 mph have been recorded across the higher peaks on Sunday. This comes after a February 1 snowpack reading at the highest levels in 6 years by the California Department of Public Resources. and bring heavy snow back to the Sierra Nevada. In the northern Rockies of Montana and Idaho, the coldest air of the season moved in on Monday and is expected to last through most of the week.After a few dry weeks in California, more systems are forecasted to impact the western U.S. Temperatures will tumble as cold air arrives behind the weather system. Falling trees and limbs could lead to power outages due to the gusty winds and snow. The storm's impacts will be more widespread in the higher mountains, especially in western Nevada, where significant snow will be possible. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT BLOWING, DRIFTING SNOW In Nevada, strong winds and blowing snow amid gusts of 65 mph or higher will be the main concern for the lower elevations as rain amounts are expected to remain on the lighter side. "We are looking at a substantial snow for the Sierra Nevada, especially in the higher elevations." Coldest weather of season for northern Rockies "We’re not going to see improvements until the middle of the week, so that’s what you evaluate here is how much time do you have to play with," Merwin said. You’re also talking about more than 6 to 8 inches of snow."Īccording to the FOX Forecast Center, rain and heavy mountain snow will persist through Wednesday. A Winter Storm Warning – that’s when I would suggest waiting until the warning has let up because you’re going to have visibility issues. You just really need to look into what you’re getting yourself into. "When you have a (Winter Weather) Advisory, you definitely want to make sure you know what you are getting yourself into you want to allow for that extra drive time, but I wouldn’t completely cancel your plans. "The way I look at it is: If you have a Winter Storm Warning in effect, that’s when I take a pause," said FOX Weather meteorologist Britta Merwin. Strong winds gusting as high as 65 to 75 mph along the mountain peaks will make for blowing snow and reduced visibility. To the south, Winter Storm warnings remained in effect for the mountains of Los Angeles, Ventura, Riverside and San Bernardino counties as 8 to 14 inches of snow – with isolated areas of up to 20 inches – was expected above 6,000 feet. A massive winter storm blasted the Sierra Nevada mountains over the weekend with nearly 6 feet of snow and wind gusts along ridgetops reaching triple-digit speeds that would match major hurricanes. A powerful storm brought drenching rain or heavy snowfall to much of California on Saturday, snarling traffic and closing highways as the state prepared to usher in a new. The freeway reopened early Tuesday morning, with officials spot-checking each vehicle for chains before allowing them to proceed, only to shut down again later in the day due to additional crashes and spinouts. The northbound lanes of Interstate 5 were closed for several hours Monday night at Fawndale just north of Redding due to heavy snow. In Northern California, Winter Storm warnings were in effect for the Mount Shasta area for as much as 1 to 2 feet of snow. Winter driving conditions extended into both the Northern California and Southern California mountains. "If you don't need to be out on the road… it's best to just stay home and enjoy some hot chocolate," the National Weather Service office in Reno, Nevada, said.
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