Heavy Snowfall Expected Across Several States

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a warning: up to 16 inches of snow could fall in several states. Heavy snowfall is expected to make driving conditions tricky, so everyone should be prepared.

Washington State: Western Okanogan County Under Alert

• Lower elevations: 4 to 8 inches of snow
• Above 5,000 feet: 8 to 16 inches
• Washington Pass: Expected to receive the most snow, 13 to 16 inches

Wyoming: Mountain Regions Bracing for Impact

• Absaroka, Teton, and Gros Ventre Mountains: 6 to 10 inches of snow
• Above 8,000 feet: Heaviest snowfall expected
• Worst weather: Expected on Sunday night

Idaho and Montana: Snowfall in Higher Elevations

• Southern Clearwater Mountains, West Glacier Region, Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains: Up to 5 inches above 5,000 feet
• Remote, higher areas: 7 to 12 inches
• Warning: Dirt roads may become dangerous after heavy rain followed by snow

NWS Winter Weather Advisories

• Issued when freezing rain or 2 to 4 inches of snow is expected
• Can cause significant inconveniences, even if not severe enough for a warning

Latest Updates from NWS Offices

• Great Falls, Montana: Cold front bringing rain that will turn into snow. Visibility changes expected.
• Spokane, Washington: Weekend weather shift with rain, mountain snow, and strong winds, especially on SR-20 toward Washington Pass.
• Riverton, Wyoming: Warmer temperatures and strong winds on Sunday. Mountain snow will push in west of the Divide later in the day and overnight, affecting passes like Togwotee.

Stay Alert and Be Prepared

• Latest winter weather advisory: In effect until noon on Monday
• Stay alert and be ready for snowy conditions