Weather Warnings for Washington

Issued by the National Weather Service

Current watches, warnings, and advisories for Washington
Alerts Updated: January 7, 2026, 11:39 am  UTC


High Surf Advisory issued January 7 at 1:27AM PST until January 8 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Portland OR

Summary: * WHAT...Large waves and hazardous surf conditions. Breakers up to 25 feet. * WHERE...North and Central Coast of Oregon, and South Washington Coast. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 4 PM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Destructive waves may wash over beaches, jetties, and other structures unexpectedly. People can be swept off rocks and jetties and drown while observing high surf. Minor beach erosion may damage coastal properties and buildings. Higher than normal water run-up is expected on beaches and low- lying shoreline. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The largest waves are expected to occur between 4 PM Wednesday and 7 AM Thursday.
Severity:  Minor    Effective:  January 7, 2026, 1:27 am      Expires:  January 7, 2026, 4:00 pm
Area:  Clatsop County Coast; Tillamook County Coast; Central Coast of Oregon; South Washington Coast


Winter Storm Warning issued January 7 at 1:25AM PST until January 8 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Portland OR

Summary: * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 2 feet, except up to 3 feet for elevations above 5000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...South Washington Cascades and the Northern and Central Cascades of Oregon. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  January 7, 2026, 1:25 am      Expires:  January 7, 2026, 4:00 pm
Area:  North Oregon Cascades; Cascades of Marion and Linn Counties; Cascades of Lane County; South Washington Cascades


Winter Weather Advisory issued January 6 at 11:35PM PST until January 7 at 7:00PM PST by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: * WHAT...Wet snow expected at times. Total snow accumulations up to 3 inches. * WHERE...Lake Crescent Area Including US 101. * WHEN...From 3 AM to 7 PM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Rain may mix in with snow at times. Snow accumulation is most likely Wednesday morning between 7 AM to 12 PM when precipitation is heaviest, particularly around US-101 west of Lake Crescent.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  January 6, 2026, 11:35 pm      Expires:  January 7, 2026, 10:00 am
Area:  Lake Crescent Area Including US 101


Winter Storm Warning issued January 6 at 11:35PM PST until January 8 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 2 feet. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Cascades of Snohomish and Northern King Counties, Cascades of Whatcom and Skagit Counties, Cascades of Pierce and Lewis Counties, and Cascades of Southern King County. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  January 6, 2026, 11:35 pm      Expires:  January 7, 2026, 10:00 am
Area:  Cascades of Whatcom and Skagit Counties; Cascades of Snohomish and Northern King Counties; Cascades of Southern King County; Cascades of Pierce and Lewis Counties


Coastal Flood Advisory issued January 6 at 11:09PM PST until January 7 at 11:00AM PST by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: * WHAT...Minor coastal flooding expected. Inundation of around 1 to 2 feet above ground level is possible along shorelines and low-lying coastal areas. * WHERE...San Juan County and Lowlands of Western Whatcom County zones. * WHEN...From 5 AM to 11 AM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Minor coastal flooding due to tidal overflow is expected around high tide. This may lead to flooding of parking lots, parks, and roads, with only isolated road closures expected.
Severity:  Minor    Effective:  January 6, 2026, 11:09 pm      Expires:  January 7, 2026, 11:00 am
Area:  San Juan County; Lowlands of Western Whatcom County


High Surf Advisory issued January 6 at 11:09PM PST until January 8 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: * WHAT...Large breaking waves along the coast. * WHERE...Northern Washington Coast and Grays Harbor County Coast zones. * WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 10 AM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Large breaking waves and sneaker waves can knock people off their feet, move driftwood and debris, and crash over rocks and jetties. People can be injured or drown while observing the ocean. Localized beach and coastal erosion is expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The largest waves are expected to occur between 2 PM Wednesday and 5 AM Thursday.
Severity:  Minor    Effective:  January 6, 2026, 11:09 pm      Expires:  January 7, 2026, 11:15 am
Area:  Northern Washington Coast; Grays Harbor County Coast


Winter Weather Advisory issued January 6 at 9:46PM PST until January 7 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Spokane WA

Summary: * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to two inches. * WHERE...Orin-Rice Road, Springdale-Hunters Road, Northport, Deer Park, Metaline Falls, Chewelah, Ione, Metaline, Kettle Falls, Colville, Newport, Flowery Trail Road, Fruitland, and Tiger. * WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions could impact the Wednesday morning commute.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  January 6, 2026, 9:46 pm      Expires:  January 7, 2026, 10:00 am
Area:  Northeast Mountains


Winter Storm Warning issued January 6 at 9:46PM PST until January 8 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Spokane WA

Summary: * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 7 inches and 2 feet. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Stevens Pass, Stehekin, and Holden Village. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Winter driving conditions will impact the Tuesday evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Additional snowfall at Stehekin will range from 6 to 11 inches through Thursday afternoon.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  January 6, 2026, 9:46 pm      Expires:  January 7, 2026, 10:00 am
Area:  Western Chelan County


Winter Storm Warning issued January 6 at 9:46PM PST until January 7 at 7:00AM PST by NWS Spokane WA

Summary: * WHAT...Heavy snow above 3500 feet. Additional snow accumulations up to 11 inches. Additional snow accumulations for Peola and Anatone 1 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Peola, Mountain Road, Anatone, and Cloverland Road. * WHEN...Until 7 AM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Winter driving conditions will impact the Wednesday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  January 6, 2026, 9:46 pm      Expires:  January 7, 2026, 7:00 am
Area:  Northeast Blue Mountains


Winter Storm Warning issued January 6 at 8:42PM PST until January 8 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Pendleton OR

Summary: * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 20 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...In Oregon, East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades. In Washington, Upper Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heavy snowfall and very low visibility will create extremely dangerous driving conditions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  January 6, 2026, 8:42 pm      Expires:  January 7, 2026, 4:45 am
Area:  East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades; Upper Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest


Winter Storm Warning issued January 6 at 8:42PM PST until January 8 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Pendleton OR

Summary: * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 18 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...In Oregon, Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon. In Washington, Northwest Blue Mountains. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Significant snowfall with periods of heavy snowfall rates will combine with low visibility to create very difficult driving conditions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  January 6, 2026, 8:42 pm      Expires:  January 7, 2026, 4:45 am
Area:  Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon; Northwest Blue Mountains


Winter Storm Warning issued January 6 at 8:42PM PST until January 8 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Pendleton OR

Summary: * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 10 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Lower Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult due to periods of moderate to heavy snow. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  January 6, 2026, 8:42 pm      Expires:  January 7, 2026, 4:45 am
Area:  Lower Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest