The National Weather Service predicts rain and overcast skies for the Portland metro area this weekend. But on Monday, there might be clear sky and even a glimmer of sunshine.
Forecasters estimate 3 to 8 inches of snow near the passes and up to 15 inches above 5,000 feet for vacationers heading across the Cascades. Through Sunday morning, the Cascades, which are higher than 4,000 feet, are under a winter weather advisory. (The Santiam Junction is at 3,700 feet above sea level, and the Government Camp on Mount Hood is at 3,890 feet, slightly under 4,000 feet.)
On Saturday morning, the first of several low pressure systems that will provide moisture to the region will arrive. On Saturday night, there will likely be more precipitation, although the temperature will rise.
The Portland region is predicted to see highs of about 50 degrees on Saturday and mid-50s on Sunday.
Through Sunday evening, the Willamette Valley might see at least one inch of precipitation. The shore Range may receive two and a half inches, while the shore may receive an inch and a half.
A typical Oregon weekend in early January, complete with rain and overcast sky.
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