Active Spring Like Pattern Across the Country

A frontal boundary will slowly move eastward and clear most of the eastern seaboard by Sunday. Showers and thunderstorms, some severe, will accompany this front alongside the threat of heavy rainfall; These threats may linger along the Gulf Coast states into early next week. Meanwhile, record spring-like warmth is forecast, mainly east of the Mississippi River, this weekend into next week. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Sat, Mar 7, 2026 at 7:50:20 am PST

Watches, Warnings & Advisories

National Weather Service Seattle/Tacoma, WA

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High Wind Watch

Gusty Winds Sunday

Significant Pattern Change

Mountain Pass Snow Outlook

Strong winds develop Sunday from the west and southwest. Strongest winds will be in the mountains along with the Palouse, Columbia Basin, Waterville Plateau, & Spokane area. Widespread wind gusts of 35 to 45 mph will be common with local gusts of up to 50 mph.

A cold and wet pattern is in store for the very end of this week through mid next week. Sunday night through Thursday, there are increasing chances for moderate to heavy mountain snow in the Cascades and Idaho Panhandle Mountains. Additionally, colder temperatures will result in lowering snow levels, giving some lowland areas a chance at light snow. Ways to take precautions now include preparing for wintry travel across mountain passes next week, and keeping updated on the forecast!

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Active Spring Like Pattern Across the Country

NWS Forecast Office Spokane, WA