Weather Warnings for Washington

Issued by the National Weather Service

Current watches, warnings, and advisories for Washington
Alerts Updated: March 10, 2026, 1:17 pm  UTC


Hydrologic Outlook issued March 10 at 6:17AM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: ESFSEW Periods of heavy rain beginning Wednesday and continuing into Saturday will cause rivers in Thurston, Lewis and Grays Harbor county to rise. Some rivers could reach flood stage as early as Thursday. Rivers of most concern are the Chehalis from Grand Mound to Grays Harbor, the Newaukum and the Skookumchuck near Bucoda. Rivers will crest this late this week into the weekend. Please monitor the latest river forecasts from the National Weather Service for additional information.
Severity:  Unknown    Effective:  March 10, 2026, 6:17 am      Expires:  March 10, 2026, 5:00 pm
Area:  Grays Harbor, WA; Lewis, WA; Thurston, WA


Blizzard Warning issued March 10 at 4:44AM PDT until March 12 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

Summary: * WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 10 to 20 inches. For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 8 to 12 inches. Wind gusts will peak around 50 mph Wednesday evening and Wednesday night. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow expected. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 3 feet Thursday morning through Friday morning. * WHERE...Holden Village, Stevens Pass. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 5 PM this afternoon to 6 PM PDT Wednesday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 6 PM Wednesday to 5 AM PDT Thursday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Wednesday night through Friday morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow during the blizzard warning. Strong winds could cause tree damage Wednesday evening and Wednesday night.
Severity:  Extreme    Effective:  March 10, 2026, 4:44 am      Expires:  March 10, 2026, 5:45 pm
Area:  Western Chelan County


Winter Storm Watch issued March 10 at 4:44AM PDT until March 13 at 11:00AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

Summary: * WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 10 to 20 inches. For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 8 to 12 inches. Wind gusts will peak around 50 mph Wednesday evening and Wednesday night. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow expected. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 3 feet Thursday morning through Friday morning. * WHERE...Holden Village, Stevens Pass. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 5 PM this afternoon to 6 PM PDT Wednesday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 6 PM Wednesday to 5 AM PDT Thursday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Wednesday night through Friday morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow during the blizzard warning. Strong winds could cause tree damage Wednesday evening and Wednesday night.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  March 10, 2026, 4:44 am      Expires:  March 10, 2026, 5:45 pm
Area:  Western Chelan County


Winter Storm Warning issued March 10 at 4:44AM PDT until March 11 at 6:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

Summary: * WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 10 to 20 inches. For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 8 to 12 inches. Wind gusts will peak around 50 mph Wednesday evening and Wednesday night. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow expected. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 3 feet Thursday morning through Friday morning. * WHERE...Holden Village, Stevens Pass. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 5 PM this afternoon to 6 PM PDT Wednesday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 6 PM Wednesday to 5 AM PDT Thursday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Wednesday night through Friday morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow during the blizzard warning. Strong winds could cause tree damage Wednesday evening and Wednesday night.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  March 10, 2026, 4:44 am      Expires:  March 10, 2026, 5:45 pm
Area:  Western Chelan County


Wind Advisory issued March 10 at 2:45AM PDT until March 12 at 6:00AM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: * WHAT...West to southwest winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts 45 to 55 mph. * WHERE...Grays Harbor County Coast and Northern Washington Coast. * WHEN...From 6 PM Wednesday to 6 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  March 10, 2026, 2:45 am      Expires:  March 10, 2026, 3:00 pm
Area:  Northern Washington Coast; Grays Harbor County Coast


Blizzard Warning issued March 10 at 2:37AM PDT until March 12 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: * WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 10 and 20 inches. For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected primarily Wednesday evening. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph with additional snow accumulations of 8 to 12 inches. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 3 feet possible. For the Winter Storm Watch, continued heavy snow is possible late Wednesday night through late Friday night. * WHERE...Cascades of Snohomish and Northern King Counties and Cascades of Whatcom and Skagit Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM PDT Wednesday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 6 PM Wednesday to 5 AM PDT Thursday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Wednesday night through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Snow-covered roads may make travel conditions difficult to impossible at times through the mountains and cause delays. Temporary road closures possible. Gusty winds may limit visibility at times and down tree branches.
Severity:  Extreme    Effective:  March 10, 2026, 2:37 am      Expires:  March 10, 2026, 3:00 pm
Area:  Cascades of Whatcom and Skagit Counties; Cascades of Snohomish and Northern King Counties


Winter Weather Advisory issued March 10 at 2:37AM PDT until March 10 at 11:00AM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to two inches. * WHERE...Foothills and Valleys of Snohomish and Northern King Counties. * WHEN...Until 11 AM PDT this morning. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Highest amounts will be in the highest elevations closest to the mountains.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  March 10, 2026, 2:37 am      Expires:  March 10, 2026, 11:00 am
Area:  Foothills and Valleys of Snohomish and Northern King Counties


Winter Storm Watch issued March 10 at 2:37AM PDT until March 14 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: * WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations up to 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible late Wednesday night through late Friday night. * WHERE...Olympics. * WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, from 6 PM Wednesday to 5 AM PDT Thursday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Wednesday night through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  March 10, 2026, 2:37 am      Expires:  March 10, 2026, 3:00 pm
Area:  Olympics


Winter Storm Watch issued March 10 at 2:37AM PDT until March 14 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: * WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow accumulations between 12 and 22 inches. For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph with an additional 10 to 15 inches of snow. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible late Wednesday night through late Friday night. * WHERE...Cascades of Pierce and Lewis Counties and Cascades of Southern King County. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM PDT Wednesday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 6 PM Wednesday to 5 AM PDT Thursday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Wednesday night through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  March 10, 2026, 2:37 am      Expires:  March 10, 2026, 3:00 pm
Area:  Cascades of Southern King County; Cascades of Pierce and Lewis Counties


Blizzard Warning issued March 10 at 2:37AM PDT until March 12 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: * WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations up to 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible late Wednesday night through late Friday night. * WHERE...Olympics. * WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, from 6 PM Wednesday to 5 AM PDT Thursday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Wednesday night through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
Severity:  Extreme    Effective:  March 10, 2026, 2:37 am      Expires:  March 10, 2026, 3:00 pm
Area:  Olympics


Blizzard Warning issued March 10 at 2:37AM PDT until March 12 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: * WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow accumulations between 12 and 22 inches. For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph with an additional 10 to 15 inches of snow. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible late Wednesday night through late Friday night. * WHERE...Cascades of Pierce and Lewis Counties and Cascades of Southern King County. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM PDT Wednesday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 6 PM Wednesday to 5 AM PDT Thursday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Wednesday night through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
Severity:  Extreme    Effective:  March 10, 2026, 2:37 am      Expires:  March 10, 2026, 3:00 pm
Area:  Cascades of Southern King County; Cascades of Pierce and Lewis Counties


Winter Storm Watch issued March 10 at 2:37AM PDT until March 14 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: * WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 10 and 20 inches. For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected primarily Wednesday evening. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph with additional snow accumulations of 8 to 12 inches. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 3 feet possible. For the Winter Storm Watch, continued heavy snow is possible late Wednesday night through late Friday night. * WHERE...Cascades of Snohomish and Northern King Counties and Cascades of Whatcom and Skagit Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM PDT Wednesday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 6 PM Wednesday to 5 AM PDT Thursday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Wednesday night through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Snow-covered roads may make travel conditions difficult to impossible at times through the mountains and cause delays. Temporary road closures possible. Gusty winds may limit visibility at times and down tree branches.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  March 10, 2026, 2:37 am      Expires:  March 10, 2026, 3:00 pm
Area:  Cascades of Whatcom and Skagit Counties; Cascades of Snohomish and Northern King Counties


Winter Weather Advisory issued March 10 at 2:37AM PDT until March 11 at 6:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: * WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow accumulations between 12 and 22 inches. For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph with an additional 10 to 15 inches of snow. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible late Wednesday night through late Friday night. * WHERE...Cascades of Pierce and Lewis Counties and Cascades of Southern King County. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM PDT Wednesday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 6 PM Wednesday to 5 AM PDT Thursday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Wednesday night through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  March 10, 2026, 2:37 am      Expires:  March 10, 2026, 3:00 pm
Area:  Cascades of Southern King County; Cascades of Pierce and Lewis Counties


Winter Weather Advisory issued March 10 at 2:37AM PDT until March 11 at 6:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: * WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 10 and 20 inches. For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected primarily Wednesday evening. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph with additional snow accumulations of 8 to 12 inches. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 3 feet possible. For the Winter Storm Watch, continued heavy snow is possible late Wednesday night through late Friday night. * WHERE...Cascades of Snohomish and Northern King Counties and Cascades of Whatcom and Skagit Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM PDT Wednesday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 6 PM Wednesday to 5 AM PDT Thursday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Wednesday night through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Snow-covered roads may make travel conditions difficult to impossible at times through the mountains and cause delays. Temporary road closures possible. Gusty winds may limit visibility at times and down tree branches.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  March 10, 2026, 2:37 am      Expires:  March 10, 2026, 3:00 pm
Area:  Cascades of Whatcom and Skagit Counties; Cascades of Snohomish and Northern King Counties


Winter Weather Advisory issued March 10 at 2:37AM PDT until March 10 at 11:00AM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 2 inches. * WHERE...Lake Crescent Area Including US 101 and Western Strait of Juan de Fuca. * WHEN...Until 11 AM PDT this morning. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning commute.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  March 10, 2026, 2:37 am      Expires:  March 10, 2026, 11:00 am
Area:  Western Strait of Juan de Fuca; Lake Crescent Area Including US 101


Winter Weather Advisory issued March 10 at 1:49AM PDT until March 11 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

Summary: * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 11 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Northwest Blue Mountains. * WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 8 PM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult due to periods of moderate to heavy snow.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  March 10, 2026, 1:49 am      Expires:  March 10, 2026, 4:15 pm
Area:  Northwest Blue Mountains


Winter Weather Advisory issued March 10 at 1:49AM PDT until March 10 at 8:00AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

Summary: * WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 3 feet. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph between 8 PM Wednesday and 11 AM Thursday * WHERE...Upper Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 8 AM PDT this morning. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 5 PM this afternoon to 5 AM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Significant snowfall with periods of heavy snowfall rates will combine with low visibility to create difficult driving conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong winter storm will bring heavy mountain snow tonight through Friday morning. There is a lull expected which will occur late Wednesday morning through early Thursday morning as snow levels rise, bringing a wintery mix or rain before decreasing Thursday and heavy snow returning to the passes.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  March 10, 2026, 1:49 am      Expires:  March 10, 2026, 4:15 pm
Area:  Upper Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest


High Wind Watch issued March 10 at 1:49AM PDT until March 12 at 11:00AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

Summary: * WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. * WHERE...Simcoe Highlands. * WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon through Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  March 10, 2026, 1:49 am      Expires:  March 10, 2026, 4:30 pm
Area:  Simcoe Highlands


High Wind Watch issued March 10 at 1:49AM PDT until March 12 at 11:00AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

Summary: * WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible. * WHERE...Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon and Washington, Foothills of the Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon, Kittitas Valley, and Foothills of the Blue Mountains of Washington. * WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon through Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  March 10, 2026, 1:49 am      Expires:  March 10, 2026, 4:30 pm
Area:  Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon; Foothills of the Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon; Kittitas Valley; Lower Columbia Basin of Washington; Foothills of the Blue Mountains of Washington


Winter Storm Warning issued March 10 at 1:49AM PDT until March 13 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

Summary: * WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 3 feet. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph between 8 PM Wednesday and 11 AM Thursday * WHERE...Upper Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 8 AM PDT this morning. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 5 PM this afternoon to 5 AM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Significant snowfall with periods of heavy snowfall rates will combine with low visibility to create difficult driving conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong winter storm will bring heavy mountain snow tonight through Friday morning. There is a lull expected which will occur late Wednesday morning through early Thursday morning as snow levels rise, bringing a wintery mix or rain before decreasing Thursday and heavy snow returning to the passes.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  March 10, 2026, 1:49 am      Expires:  March 10, 2026, 4:15 pm
Area:  Upper Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest


Winter Storm Warning issued March 10 at 1:44AM PDT until March 11 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Portland OR

Summary: * WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow above 2000 ft. Additional snow accumulations of 5 to 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected above 2500 ft. Total snow accumulations of 12 to 20 inches with up to 24 inches along the volcanos. * WHERE...South Washington Cascades. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 5 PM PDT this afternoon. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 5 PM this afternoon to 5 PM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heaviest snowfall rates between 5 AM and 5 PM Wednesday.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  March 10, 2026, 1:44 am      Expires:  March 10, 2026, 5:00 pm
Area:  South Washington Cascades


Winter Weather Advisory issued March 10 at 1:44AM PDT until March 10 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Portland OR

Summary: * WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow above 2000 ft. Additional snow accumulations of 5 to 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected above 2500 ft. Total snow accumulations of 12 to 20 inches with up to 24 inches along the volcanos. * WHERE...South Washington Cascades. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 5 PM PDT this afternoon. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 5 PM this afternoon to 5 PM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heaviest snowfall rates between 5 AM and 5 PM Wednesday.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  March 10, 2026, 1:44 am      Expires:  March 10, 2026, 5:00 pm
Area:  South Washington Cascades


High Wind Watch issued March 10 at 1:17AM PDT until March 12 at 11:00AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

Summary: * WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts 50 to 65 mph possible. * WHERE...Portions of North Idaho and Central, East Central, North Central, Northeast, and Southeast Washington. * WHEN...From Wednesday evening through Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines leading to power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Patchy blowing dust may reduce visibility around the Moses Lake area.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  March 10, 2026, 1:17 am      Expires:  March 10, 2026, 4:15 pm
Area:  Northern Panhandle; Coeur d'Alene Area; Idaho Palouse; Central Panhandle Mountains; Lower Garfield and Asotin Counties; Washington Palouse; Moses Lake Area; Upper Columbia Basin; Spokane Area; Northeast Mountains; Okanogan Highlands; Wenatchee Area; Okanogan Valley; Waterville Plateau; Central Chelan County


Flood Watch issued March 9 at 10:49PM PDT until March 12 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of northwest Washington, including the following county, Mason. * WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon through Thursday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Heavy rainfall over the Olympics will force rises on the Skokomish River with flooding possible. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  March 9, 2026, 10:49 pm      Expires:  March 10, 2026, 1:00 pm
Area:  Mason, WA