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West Coast Swings From Warmth to Winter Storm Fury
12 Nov
Summary
- Unseasonable warmth to be replaced by heavy snow and strong winds.
- Sierra Nevada expects up to 2 feet of snow above 7,000 feet.
- Concerns rise over potential flooding due to snowmelt and rain.
A swift transition from unseasonable warmth to winter conditions is anticipated across the western United States and western Canada. Many communities will experience a drastic temperature drop from early fall-like weather to a wintry pattern within days. Significant snowfall is expected in high-elevation areas, with California's Sierra Nevada forecast to receive 1 to 2 feet of snow above 7,000 feet by Friday.
Coastal regions in British Columbia and the Pacific Northwest will encounter high winds and heavy precipitation from Friday through Friday night. Lower elevations in western Washington and Oregon are expected to receive substantial rain. These incoming storms follow recent wet weather systems that have already heightened flood concerns.
The unsettled weather is projected to move southward by Sunday into Monday. Rain and mountain snow showers are expected to affect parts of Southern California, Nevada, and northern Arizona. Mountain passes in the Sierra Nevada could face major delays and slick driving conditions as the weekend begins.
