Cooler pattern as patchy fog persists early in the day
Bend, Ore (KTVZ). The atmospheric river earlier this week pushed onshore well north of our region. Most of the rain and mountain snow occurred over Washington State and northern Oregon. Snow was falling at times this holiday weekend over some eastern portions of Oregon and the Blue Mountains, but not much in the Tri-Counties.
Today will begin a cooler pattern for the rest of the weekend as cold air arrives from the north and northwest. Not much, if any, moisture is available, so no new snow will be added to the resorts this weekend, other than a light dusting. There is, however, foggy conditions that will impact travel this afternoon and evening.
Snow is possible overnight Saturday into Sunday, but once again, only a light amount. The snow will arrive after midnight and end before sunrise and should be generally in Crook County. If you are a late sleeper, you will miss the snow.
Sunday will be the coldest day of the weekend with highs reaching the low 40s. Normal highs for late November should be in the low 40s so we will be on point temperature-wise. Winds will be breezy at times, but nothing above 10 – 12 mph with some gusts near 15.
Monday will be slightly milder with highs in the low 50s under partly to mostly sunny skies. Showers arrive on Tuesday, but just like the event on Saturday night, there isn’t much moisture available, so not much more than light rain and a wintry mix.
Dry and above normal conditions will define the first week of December with highs in the middle 40s and low 50s.
The meteorological winter begins on Monday, and is defined as the three coldest months of the year. December, January and February are the three months that climatologists use to establish records and keep score of precipitation and other variables. The astronomical winter is determined by the winter solstice and vernal equinox, using the relationship of the earth and sun to define the season. This year the solstice happens at 7:03 AM, PST; when the direct rays of the sun are over the Tropic of Cancer. It is also the day with the least amount of daylight hours.
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