Wow...look at all this snow cover in the Northwest! Too bad the image to the right was January 9, 2011--one year ago. In this shot, NOAA's Snow Analysis Branch says there's snow covering 54% of Oregon & Washington with an average depth of 20.2" - an epic La Nina January. Next, look … [Read more...]
Mount Hood – Some Of The Best Snow In The U.S., For Now
This picture shows Mount Hood Meadows picking up 6" of Christmas Night snow. That, and the snow Monday night into this morning is happening at the best possible time: the busiest week of the year for Mt. Hood ski resorts! And right now, Mt. Hood and  Mt. Bachelor have some of the deepest snow … [Read more...]
It’s Greek To Me: Unusual Start To Northwest’s December Explained By Greek Alphabet
Say what? Have I lost my mind? Oh yes. And long ago. But that's not important right now. Instead, consider this: today's blog post is being sponsored by the Greek Letter 'Omega!' So what could this greek letter possibly be doing in a blog on Northwest Weather? As I've said on KOIN Local … [Read more...]
La Nina Forecast 2011: Update On Northwest Impact
Tired of the rainy season yet? Before IÂ talk about La Nina winter weather for Portland, Seattle and other northwest places based on the latest information...let's talk about fall weather in the northwest during a La Nina year. Image number one here tells us what we need to know. During a La … [Read more...]
Summer 2011 In Portland: The Summer That Ran One Month Behind
Sometimes (read: way too often) Summer in the Northwest is just a little slow getting started. I'd definitely put Portland's Summer 2011 in that category, wouldn't you? Just look at this first graphic. While much of the country was smashing hot weather records in July, people in Portland and … [Read more...]
La Nina Returns: Back So Soon?
It's b-a-a-a-a-c-k! It's the weather phenomena that usually means a cloudier and rainier rainy season. Really, do we need any help with this? Apparently we do: La Nina has re-developed in the Pacific Ocean  less than three months after it faded away. If you're a regular blog reader … [Read more...]
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