Weather Warnings for Washington

Issued by the National Weather Service

Current watches, warnings, and advisories for Washington
Alerts Updated: January 5, 2026, 11:05 am  UTC


Freezing Fog Advisory issued January 5 at 3:05AM PST until January 5 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Pendleton OR

Summary: * WHAT...Visibility half mile or less in freezing fog. * WHERE...Kittitas Valley and Lower Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest. * WHEN...Until 10 AM PST this morning. * IMPACTS...Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Less than quarter visibility recorded along I-90 and I-82 in the Kittitas region through Ellensburg and South Cle Elum. Interstate cameras confirm obscure fog with freezing temperatures impacting these areas and is expected to last through the morning hours. Slick conditions are possible on roads and side walks.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  January 5, 2026, 3:05 am      Expires:  January 5, 2026, 10:00 am
Area:  Kittitas Valley; Lower Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest


Winter Storm Warning issued January 5 at 2:52AM PST until January 8 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Pendleton OR

Summary: * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 20 and 30 inches possible. * WHERE...Upper and Lower Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest, Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon, East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades, and Northwest Blue Mountains. * WHEN...From 4 AM Tuesday to 4 PM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heavy snowfall and very low visibility will create extremely dangerous driving conditions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Total snow accumulations of 24-30 inches for Washington Cascades, 17-25 inches for Oregon Cascades, and 10-20 inches for the Northwest Blue Mountains will be possible. Heaviest snow expected Tuesday morning through Tuesday Evening.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  January 5, 2026, 2:52 am      Expires:  January 5, 2026, 4:00 pm
Area:  Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon; East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades; Northwest Blue Mountains; Upper Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest; Lower Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest


Winter Storm Warning issued January 5 at 1:36AM PST until January 8 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Portland OR

Summary: * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to one to two feet. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...South Washington Cascades and the Northern and Central Cascades of Oregon. * WHEN...From 4 AM Tuesday to 4 PM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow will be Tuesday afternoon and evening, as well as Wednesday afternoon and evening.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  January 5, 2026, 1:36 am      Expires:  January 5, 2026, 4:00 pm
Area:  North Oregon Cascades; Cascades of Marion and Linn Counties; Cascades of Lane County; South Washington Cascades


Winter Storm Warning issued January 5 at 1:00AM PST until January 8 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 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...From 4 AM Tuesday to 4 PM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will be heaviest Tuesday morning into Tuesday night. Snow rates will approach one inch per hour during this period.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  January 5, 2026, 1:00 am      Expires:  January 5, 2026, 10:00 am


Winter Storm Warning issued January 5 at 12:42AM PST until January 8 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Spokane WA

Summary: * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 feet. * WHERE...Holden Village and Stevens Pass. * WHEN...From 4 AM Tuesday to 4 PM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, could become slick. Travel could be very difficult. The conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow rates approaching one inch per hour will possible Tuesday afternoon and evening. Snowfall at Stehekin will range from 6 to 12 inches through Thursday afternoon.
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  January 5, 2026, 12:42 am      Expires:  January 5, 2026, 2:00 pm
Area:  Western Chelan County


Hydrologic Outlook issued January 4 at 11:41PM PST by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: ESFSEW A strong weather system will move across Western Washington on Tuesday with heavier precipitation expected. The forecast storm total precipitation is 2 to 3 inches for the Olympics on Tuesday. Snow levels on Tuesday will fluctuate between 3000 to 3500 feet. The Skokomish River levels also currently remain elevated due to precipitation over the last few days. For these reasons, the potential exists for flooding on the Skokomish River in Mason County as early as Tuesday afternoon, with current forecast projecting a crest between 16.5 and 17 feet Tuesday night. Please monitor the latest river forecasts from the National Weather Service for additional information.
Severity:  Unknown    Effective:  January 4, 2026, 11:41 pm      Expires:  January 5, 2026, 4:00 pm
Area:  Mason, WA


Coastal Flood Advisory issued January 4 at 9:33PM PST until January 5 at 9:00AM PST by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: * WHAT...Minor coastal flooding expected. Inundation of around 1.75 to 2.75 feet above ground level is possible along shorelines and low- lying coastal areas. * WHERE...Downtown Everett / Marysville Area, Shoreline / Lynnwood / South Everett Area, City of Seattle, Lowlands of Pierce and Southern King Counties and Eastern Kitsap County zones. * WHEN...From 5 AM to 9 AM PST Monday. * 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 4, 2026, 9:33 pm      Expires:  January 5, 2026, 5:45 am


Coastal Flood Advisory issued January 4 at 9:33PM PST until January 5 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: * WHAT...Minor coastal flooding expected. Inundation of around 1.75 to 2.5 feet above ground level is possible along shorelines and low- lying coastal areas. * WHERE...San Juan County, Lowlands of Western Whatcom County, Lowlands of Western Skagit and Northwestern Snohomish Counties and Island County zones. * WHEN...From 6 AM to 10 AM PST Monday. * 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 4, 2026, 9:33 pm      Expires:  January 5, 2026, 5:45 am
Area:  San Juan County


Coastal Flood Advisory issued January 4 at 9:33PM PST until January 5 at 3:00PM PST by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: * WHAT...Minor coastal flooding expected. Inundation of around 2.5 to 3 feet above ground level is possible along shorelines and low-lying coastal areas. * WHERE...Eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca and Western Strait of Juan de Fuca zones. * WHEN...From 11 AM to 3 PM PST Monday. * 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 4, 2026, 9:33 pm      Expires:  January 5, 2026, 5:45 am


Coastal Flood Advisory issued January 4 at 9:33PM PST until January 5 at 3:00PM PST by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: * WHAT...Minor coastal flooding expected. Inundation of around 2 to 3 feet above ground level is possible along shorelines and low-lying coastal areas. * WHERE...Northern Washington Coast and Grays Harbor County Coast zones. * WHEN...From 11 AM to 3 PM PST Monday. * 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 4, 2026, 9:33 pm      Expires:  January 5, 2026, 5:45 am