Local Forecast

The region continues to be on the dry and sunny side of the street until Saturday morning. There will be a bit of a warm up Friday as the mercury finally gets into the 50s as we move toward the weekend. The weekend will be the beginning of yet another series of winter storms that

Happy Thursday, this morning brings more below freezing temperatures across the forecast area so expect the possibility for some slippery roadways.  Temperatures yesterday did allow for some snow to melt and many area roads are clear but  secondary roads could still be slick this morning.  Today should bring sunny conditions and temperatures a few degrees

The snow has ended in Central Oregon for now and it is not expected to return until the weekend. The mountains are likely to get some snow, but the lower elevations along 97 will probably see a mix of rain and snow. The snow will fall overnight and the rain will fall in the daytime

A fine Wednesday to you, Central Oregon.  This morning brings chilly temperatures, a slight chance for some patchy fog as well as the possibility of black ice, especially on secondary roads before temperatures warm.  The winter weather we experienced over the weekend and early this week appears to have ended for the time being.  Then

The roads in the region are very dangerous as the snow has piled up to around 5” in some locations around Bend, and over 10” in Southern Deschutes County including La Pine.  The snow totals are lower in Jefferson County and increase as you move south. The shield of snow that crossed the region is

Good morning everyone! A Winter Weather Advisory is in place for our region until 10 am today. Most of the snow will fall overnight and taper off from north to south during the morning. We can expect cloudy conditions for the rest of Tuesday. The morning commute will be impacted by the snow in most

A Winter Weather Advisory is in place for our region until 10 am Tuesday. Most of the snow will fall overnight and taper off from north to south during the morning. The persistent pattern of snow and colder than normal conditions will continue tonight and early Tuesday. The pattern of snow that has been in

Happy Monday everyone! Last night, a Winter Weather Advisory was issued for the East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades, including the cities of La Pine and Sunriver. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches expected, except 8 to 16 inches mainly above 5000 feet. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact

Effective, Monday beginning at 4PM, a Winter Weather Advisory will be in effect, through Tuesday, ending at 4AM. Sunday evening, expect increasing cloudy skies and cool temperatures. Temperatures will drop just below freezing, in the 20’s and 30’s. Those cumulus clouds are moving southwest and will continue making its way across the High Desert…  A

The winter feel that we have been dealing with for the past week will continue. The region is still going to see off and on snow, nothing major is expected, but the persistence of the snow will be present until at least Monday.   We may see the Advisory for the Cascades be extended or “re-issued”

The area of low pressure in the Gulf of Alaska is the engine driving the persistent pattern of snow and colder air.  The mountains will be getting feet of snow as the flow of air continues to arrive from the southwest and west. As the mountains get the bulk of the snow, some cities along

The area of low pressure in the Gulf of Alaska is the engine driving the persistent pattern of snow and colder air.  The mountains will be getting feet of snow as the flow of air continues to arrive from the southwest and west. As the mountains get the bulk of the snow, some cities along

Happy Friday! More snow showers are likely today. Some areas could be dealing with patchy blowing snow which could affect visibility on the roads. Be careful driving because black ice is possible with these below freezing temperatures. We are seeing cooler highs ranging from the upper 20s to low 40s today. Temperatures are below normal for

The snow will be present over the weekend but the accumulations away from the mountains will be light. The afternoon high temperatures will be in the 30s into the beginning of next week which will allow for mostly snow and some light rain mixed in at times.  The temperatures overnight will be in the low

Happy Thursday Central Oregon.  Similar to yesterday, we expect a mix of rain and snow on the High Desert as a cold front passes over the Cascades bringing more snow to the mountains and continued precipitation.  Due to the expected mixed precip this morning, snow may begin falling on wet roads as temps begin to

A Winter Storm Warning is in place for the region tonight through Friday morning as several inches of snow are expected south and west of Bend.  The warning is for not only the snow, but also for gusty winds near 60 mph. The strongest gusts will be along the ridge line of the Cascades but

Happy Wednesday! Some freezing/slippery road conditions are possible this morning but temperatures are above freezing in much of the area. There will be a wintry mix of rain and snow today as the temps will be a bit on the mild side.  This afternoon there’s a chance for rain to arrive ahead of a rather

There will be a bit of a lull today as the region prepares for what may be another heavy round of snow in the region.  There is a Winter Storm Warning for the Central Oregon Cascades beginning Wednesday and lingering into Thursday. Feet of snow will fall over the mountains Thursday as the lower elevations

Good Tuesday to you, Central Oregon.  Some snow overnight last night may linger into this morning and there is a chance for some freezing conditions and slippery roads during your commute  especially where roads are wet or snow covered.  Expect a bit of a break from precipitation today, but this winter weather will persist for

Although the bulk of the heavy snow will fall on the mountains, the High Desert will see a few inches as well. The snowfall will be off and on as the week moves along and the roads will be slick for both the morning and evening commutes. As the mountains receive several inches of new