A mild start to February continues across our mountains and ski areas, with only Mt. Hood Meadows receiving one inch of fresh snow. Temperatures are staying just above freezing at most elevation levels. Instead of fresh powder, some areas may have seen a drizzle of rain through the day. The warmer air isn’t ideal for
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According to the National Weather Service: .TONIGHT…Cloudy. A chance of rain in the evening, then rain likely overnight. Lows in the upper 30s to lower 40s. South wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation 70 percent. Rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch..SUNDAY…Rain. Highs in the upper 40s. Light wind, becoming southwest
Continue Reading Interesting week for many who enjoy riding the snow. There were several days of sunshine this week, so if “spring riding” is what you enjoy then this was a great week. Not much snow to work with but the resorts that are open have been fantastic at shifting the snow around for great days. Unfortunately,
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – A pristine start to the day at Mount Bachelor as the bluebird conditions continue. The fog did not linger much past dawn in the region this morning across the high desert. Impacts were mainly north of Bend with the fog lifting by around 10 am. The Bend area saw mostly clear
Continue Reading We’re in for another gorgeous day on the mountain with mostly sunny skies and above normal temperatures. Changes arrive this weekend with a chance for rain, then cooler air moves in next week. Highs drop back into the 30s, bringing a few chances for snow showers. With warmer weather and limited snowfall, some resort operations
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Good Friday morning! Freezing fog is the main issue early today, with an advisory in place until 10am. Expect reduced visibility and the potential for slick spots, especially during the morning commute. High pressure has been impacting the western United States for several days. While it brings warmer temperatures and sunshine,
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – After a record-breaking day Wednesday the mild pattern continues but the numbers should not break any records today. Fog returned to portions of the Tri-Counties after midnight last hight and will continue into the night tonight. There is a Freezing Fog Advisory in place until 10 am Friday as the cold
Continue Reading If you don’t look at the calendar today is a flat-out gorgeous day, with plenty of sunshine, temps in the 40s and some snow still on the mountains. Unfortunately, this is February and we should be in the 20s with feet of snow on the ground verses several inches. But we take what we can
Continue Reading Due to a lack of snow, many resorts have adjusted operations or limited available terrain. Hoodoo has temporarily closed while waiting for more snow. Willamette Pass will operate on a Friday through Monday schedule until colder weather returns, and Ski Bowl is currently open for tubing only. Be sure to check resort websites for the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – It’s been a warm start to February, with record highs set just yesterday. High pressure over the western US is bringing an early taste of spring to Central Oregon. A Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect until noon today. Visibility has dropped to around a quarter mile in some areas, making
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – Records fell today as the ridge of high pressure continues to push “well above normal” conditions into Central Oregon. Very mild week continues in Central Oregon as the ridge of high pressure over the western US remains. High temperatures this week have been in the 60s and upper 50s in Bend,
Continue Reading There is not much snow in the forecast until the weekend. Currently most resorts are re-evaluating or restricting operations and runs. Please check with the resort you wish to visit for specific restrictions and reports. Hoodoo is closed today and is reevaluating their hour of operation. Ski Bowl is only open for tubing while Willamette
Continue Reading We’ve had lots of bluebird days, but the lack of snow has been tough for local resorts. Highs near the low 50s today will make it feel more like spring riding. Be sure to check resort websites before heading out, as hours of operation have changed due to weather impacts. Mt. Bachelor – Wednesday morning:
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A ridge of high pressure over the Western US is bringing warmer than normal temperatures this week. Expect a chilly start this morning with a chance for patchy fog to develop in some areas. An Air Quality Alert is in effect today due to light winds across the region. These calm
Continue Reading Rough season this year with almost no snow and very mild temperatures. This will be the theme the rest of the week as high pressure moves overhead and keeps us dry and above normal. The bluebird conditions are much more like the spring bluebird days but are still enjoyable. Be sure to check with your
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – The mercury in the thermometer will be well above our normal “mid-40s” this week as we hit the 60s. There is a ridge of high pressure over the western half of the country that will provide us with the warmer than average temperatures. This will also keep most of the cloud
Continue Reading Little to no new snowfall is being reported at Oregon resorts this week, with highs running warmer than normal in the 40s to low 50s. Fingers crossed Punxsutawney Phil was right about six more weeks of winter. We could really use a few good snow showers. At least there are some beautiful views from the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – High pressure will remain in control this week, keeping weather conditions quiet and fairly mild across the region. If you’re heading out early, expect a chilly start, but you may want to shed that heavier jacket later today as temperatures warm up. Highs will reach the mid to upper 50s this
Continue Reading Not much good news to report today as the resorts only got an inch or two over the weekend with little to no new snow in the forecast. Highs will be back into the 40s and even some low 50s through Friday. Please check with the resort you wish to enjoy as conditions and restrictions
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