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Dec 5, 2011 | Climate Matters, Rain and Snow, Seasonal

What is the Chance of a White Christmas?

Many WA residents feel the same as Bing Crosby, our native son crooner who incidentally was born in Tacoma and raised in Spokane, and dream of a white Christmas. Others are not so keen on the idea, with memories of the treacherous streets and roads across most of Washington State during the holiday season of 2008.

Nov 4, 2011 | Climate Matters, Extreme Cold, Rain and Snow, Seasonal

The Timing of Seasonal Closures of Mountain Passes in WA State

Storms are beginning to roll into the Pacific Northwest more or less on cue with the usual start to the wet season. But when is it liable to cool down enough for snow in the high country and hence winter recreation?