Powerful storm system sitting off of the Pacific Northwest Coast is causing quite a mess across the northern half of the west coast of the United States. Forecast models are estimating that anywhere from 10-15 inches of rain could fall across northern California. In the higher elevations across the Sierra Nevada mountains of California, forecast models are estimating 20-50 inches of snow (up to 4 feet) could fall if not more. In fact, more than 200 inches of snow could fall on Mount Shasta in northern California over the next several days. Mt. Shasta rises to an elevation of 14,179 feet above sea level. In addition to the snow at higher elevations, blizzard conditions are possible with winds gusting as high as 60 mph!
No doubt we will be hearing quite a bit about this powerful storm system in the coming days. Right now, northern California looks to be hit hardest, however, Washington and Oregon will get hit hard as well with heavy rain at lower elevations and heavy snow at higher elevations. Areas along the coast and in the mountains will be dealing with high winds in the 40-70 mph range.
As for us here in Central Texas, we will be warming well above average with temps warming into the upper 70s and 80s across the area for the weekend. Our next cool front arrives Tuesday with a very slim chance for a shower along it. Stronger cold front with a slightly better chance for rain looks to arrive around the 8th of December. Keep your fingers crossed.
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