Winter Storm Warning for Mason County and much of
Western Washington State.
From 6:00 tonight to 4:00 PM Monday
Timing
Snow is expected to increase this evening and continue off
and on through early Monday afternoon.
Snow Amount
Between two and four inches of snowfall is possible.
However, a convergence zone may develop over central Puget Sound and Kitsap
County. This could increase the intensity of snow over the Belfair, Tahuya
Peninsula area of Mason County and result in snowfall of between three and six
inches.
Cold air from Canada will push down from the Fraser River
Valley into Western Washington State. Blustery winds are not forecast for Mason
County. Whatcom, Skagit, Island Counties will get some wintry blasts.
Main Impact
Roads and sidewalks will be snow covered and very slippery. Travel
will be very difficult, especially during the Monday morning commute. Delays
may be significant.
Precautionary/Preparedness
Actions
A winter storm warning for heavy snow means severe winter
weather conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow are
forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an emergency. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.
The Forecast Tonight through Tuesday
Tonight
Rain and snow, becoming all snow after 10pm. Low around 33.
North northeast wind around 5 mph becoming west after midnight. Chance of
precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.
Monday
Snow showers likely. Cloudy, with a high near 40. Light and
variable wind. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2
inches possible.
Monday Night
A 50 percent chance of snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a
low around 31. Calm wind. New snow accumulation of less than one inch possible.
Tuesday
A chance of snow showers before 10am, then a chance of rain
and snow showers between 10am and 4pm, then a chance of rain showers after 4pm.
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 41. Light and variable wind. Chance of
precipitation is 30%. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.
