While the valley floor enjoys 70-degree temperatures, our mountain peaks are offering some of the best spring skiing of the season. Photo Courtesy of Mt. Bachelor | Blue skies and spring vibes at Sunrise Lodge! Skiers and riders are out soaking up the sun and enjoying those smooth High Desert turns. It’s a classic April day on the
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If you’ve been enjoying the recent stretch of pleasant weather, I have some great news: those spring-like temperatures are sticking around for a few more days before we see a slight cool-down and a return of some light moisture later this week. Photo Courtesy of Mt. Bachelor | A stunning view of South Sister and Sparks
Continue ReadingThe “Late-Season Gift”While the valley floor is prepping for 70-degree weather, the Cascades are sitting on a massive “miracle” refresh. According to the National Weather Service and recent NOAA station data, a powerful spring storm delivered a rare April powder alert across the High Desert’s backyard. By the Numbers: Resort TotalsThe midweek storm cycle was a major producer for
Continue ReadingToday’s Outlook: The Thaw BeginsAfter a frosty start this morning, Central Oregon is officially under a “warming trend” alert. A high-pressure ridge is moving in, which means the heavy coats can stay in the closet this afternoon. High: Mid to upper 60s – a massive jump from yesterday. Sky: Wall-to-wall sunshine. Tonight: Still crisp. Expect a lows in
Continue Reading About a foot of fresh snow fell in the Cascades with this week’s winter storm, a welcome boost after a quieter snow season. Enjoy the great riding and bluebird skies today, with warmer temperatures expected through the weekend. Mt. Bachelor – Top of Pine Marten
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – We’re starting off Friday on a chilly note with clear skies and some lingering cold air. Temperatures will warm up quickly today as high pressure builds into Oregon. Afternoon highs climb into the low 60s. That is about 15 to 20 degrees warmer than yesterday. Sunshine sticks around through the weekend
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(Update: adding video, quotes from Mt. Bachelor Staff and mountain riders) MT. BACHELOR, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mount Bachelor received nearly 12 inches of snow over a 24-hour period as a winter storm continued to bring heavy accumulation to the mountain Thursday. An additional four to six inches of snow is expected to fall throughout the day before
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – Clearing out and colder tonight as polar air mass lingers. The feature that brough us the snow overnight is now migrating to the east. On the back side of the system is much colder air. As the skies clear tonight and the winds relax a bit, the mercury in the thermometer
Continue Reading The Cascades have seen about a foot of new snow in the past 24 hours and the mercury in the thermometer is indicating teens and 20s, so powder is the result. There will be off and on snow through the day so enjoy the lovely spring skiing. This is a great gift to us after
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Thursday is a Local Alert Weather Day mainly for possible travel impacts. We’re not expecting much snow on the High Desert, but a few slick spots are possible early after overnight snow showers. The bigger impacts will stay in the mountains. A Winter Storm Warning remains in place until 5 PM
Continue Reading Fresh powder is piling up! Mt. Bachelor picked up 11 inches over the past 24 hours (9″ overnight), and snow is still coming down. The Winter Storm Warning remains in effect as the Cascades continue to see steady snowfall. Warmer temperatures will return this weekend to the mid to upper 50s. Enjoy this taste of
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — There’s good news this morning–and it has to do with all of the winter weather we’ve been seeing this week. Mt. Bachelor received nine inches of snow overnight Wednesday into Thursday morning. From the resort’s Mountain Report, “Old Man Winter really came through for us this time, bringing 9” of blower
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Winston is in the third grade at John Tuck Elementary School in Redmond and is a fan of mathematics. Math is such a great subject to enjoy, especially if you are heading into a career in meteorology. Each morning Winston finds out the weather forecast and then presents that information to his mother. He has
Continue Reading Snow dances have worked; we are getting new snow across the mountains. Expecting about a foot of new snow by the middle of the day Thursday. Snow will be robust overnight, and we may even get a bit more than a foot in some spots. The temps will not be too cold during the snow
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – Local Alert Weather Days are in place for Wednesday and Thursday as travel will be impacted across the high desert by the wintry mix today and the snow showers Thursday morning. In addition to the high desert, the mountain passes will be compromised by the snow and rain mixing. Wind and
Continue Reading Snow showers continue on and off Wednesday into Thursday, with heavier snow arriving later today. Totals could approach a foot of new snow in some areas, so be ready for travel impacts. A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect through Thursday evening. Enjoy the spring riding! Be safe.
Continue Reading BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Local Alert Weather Days are in place today and Thursday as a stronger system moves through the region. Expect off and on showers Wednesday, along with a slight chance for an isolated afternoon thunderstorm. The Storm Prediction Center has placed parts of Oregon under a general risk for thunderstorms. Severe weather
Continue Reading Snow will continue to fall over the Cascades through Thursday with the total accumulations getting close to one foot of new snow. The snow is likely to be soft and on the wet side, but snow is snow and we will take all we can get at this time of the year. Let’s get out
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – Local Alert Weather Days are in place for Wednesday and Thursday as travel will be impacted across the high desert by the wintry mix. In addition to the high desert, the mountain passes will be compromised by the snow and rain mixing. Resorts will be happy to get some new snow
Continue Reading A little mountain snow fell overnight, and more is on the way. Snow showers pick up Wednesday into Thursday as a stronger system moves through the Cascades, bringing a nice refresh for spring skiing conditions. Winter makes a comeback midweek before more spring-like conditions return by the end of the week. Mt. Bachelor – Sunrise
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