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Yahoo
28-02-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Old Farmer's Almanac, NOAA disagree on Pacific Northwest's spring outlook
PORTLAND, Ore. () — The Old Farmer's Almanac has predicted a drier, warmer spring for the Pacific Northwest, but a federal weather agency has said otherwise. The almanac recently released its forecast for next season. Experts have estimated most of the U.S. will see higher temperatures than normal, including the Pacific Northwest. Yet the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration from March to May. West Linn opts against bond measure for $7.9 million Oppenlander Field purchase In April, specifically, the Old Farmer's forecast shows temperatures from Seattle to Eureka, Calif., will exceed normal conditions by about 3 degrees on average. The almanac projected below-normal conditions for the following month. There is a similar outlook for the 'Intermountain West,' the neighboring region including portions of Central and Eastern Oregon and Washington. The almanac projects April temperatures will be at least 4 degrees above average from Spokane to Reno, but temperatures will be 3 degrees below average in May. The publication also noted 'chilly spells could lead to a late frost in some areas' that month. The main difference between the forecast for the Pacific Northwest versus the Intermountain West is the rainfall predictions. While experts estimate the northwest will see dry conditions, the neighboring region is expected to see above-normal rainfall. According to KOIN 6 Meteorologist Josh Cozart, only time will tell which forecast rings true in the coming months. Oregon man puts up billboard in protest of 'Greater Idaho' movement 'Keep in mind, these seasonal outlooks are an average,' Cozart said. 'There's always room for moments of extremes in either direction. However, NOAA's predicting a slightly cooler to normal temperature trend for the Pacific Northwest over the next three months. NOAA's also predicting a slightly wetter season too. This contradicts The Old Farmer's Almanac of a drier spring season. So, we'll likely have to wait week to week to see how this spring season unfolds in the PNW.' The almanac compiles forecasts by 'comparing solar patterns and historical weather conditions with current solar activity.' NOAA compiles them with data from sources including citizen scientists, satellites and buoys. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
06-02-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
BOOM! Rare thundersnow caught on camera in Astoria
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Video has surfaced of the rare thundersnow weather picked up on National Weather Service radar in Astoria on Wednesday. The anomaly was captured on a local resident's ring camera at 1:15 p.m. in Astoria's South Slope neighborhood. The video shows a flash of light during the snowstorm followed by a roaring boom. City of 'Crowses': Why do crows love downtown Portland? Local expert explains The resident, named Jeff, said that the lightning flash and boom may have been picked up thanks do a Jeep driving down his street at the exact right moment. 'This is not often seen in this area, but how cool is that?' Portland's National Weather Service office shared on social media. KOIN 6 Meteorologist Josh Cozart reports that thundersnow occurs when lightning is produced inside of a snow shower. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
06-02-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Increased chance of heavy snow in the Cascades in mid-February
PORTLAND, Ore. () — The Oregon and Washington Cascades have a 40 to 60% chance of seeing heavy snow between Feb. 13 and Feb. 15, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Climate Prediction Center. NOAA upgraded the chances of heavy snow from 'slight risk' to 'moderate risk' Wednesday. The National Weather Service defines heavy snow as an accumulation of 4 inches of snow or more in 12 hours, or 6 inches or more in 24 hours. Multnomah County closes three warming shelters amid rising temperatures after hypothermia death KOIN 6 Meteorologist Josh Cozart forecasts that mountain snow remains possible through the middle of February and moisture continues to push into Western Oregon and Washington. It's unclear if lower-elevation areas could also see snow. 'Could the coast and valley locations see more snow in mid-February? Cozart said. 'It's always possible, but remains too far out to determine if snow will impact the lower elevations at this time.' 2 days is 'sweet spot' for 2025 Waterfront Blues Fest While next week's weather conditions remain uncertain, this weekend's forecast is taking shape. Heavy snow is expected to fall along the Cascades Friday night and into Saturday. One to two feet of fresh powder is possible on Mount Hood. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
