Lake-Effect Snow through Friday; Strong Winds in the Northern and Central Plains

A clipper-like system will drop down from Canada on Thursday, bringing wintry weather from the Upper Midwest to the Great Lakes through Friday. This system is expected to bring strong northerly winds to much of the northern and central High Plains Thursday afternoon through Friday, with gusts up to 60 mph expected. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Thu, Jan 15, 2026 at 12:30:13 am PST

Watches, Warnings & Advisories

National Weather Service Seattle/Tacoma, WA

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Dense Fog Advisory

Special Weather Statement

Air Stagnation Advisory

High Pressure This Week

The Inland NW is heading into a stable weather pattern this week under a strong upper-level ridge. This will result in dry conditions, light winds, and persistent inversions. Areas of low clouds and fog will become common in the lowlands while the higher elevations experience increasing sunshine.