A strong atmospheric river is expected to bring precipitation to the region, starting late this evening and continuing through Thursday. Snow levels will be near the lowest valley floors on Thursday morning, but are expected to rise to 3000-4000ft by the afternoon.
The Treasure Valley may see some snow, but temperatures are expected to remain above 32, resulting in minimal accumulations. However, areas east of Boise, including Mountain Home and the Magic Valley, have a 60% chance of getting more than an inch of snow on Thursday morning, which may make for a tricky commute along the I-84 corridor. There is even a Winter Weather Advisory for up to 2" of snow possible from Micron to Glenns Ferry.
All ski areas will be hit hard with the potential for 2-3 feet of snow between Wednesday night and Sunday.
The McCall area is likely to see over a foot of snow before the end of the weekend with waves of snow creating hazardous travel conditions above 4500 feet through the weekend and above 3000 feet on Thursday.
The wet and active weather pattern will continue through the weekend, with rain expected to be the dominant precipitation type.
- Tonight: Rain and snow, with lows around 35 and a 90% chance of precipitation. Slick roads east of Boise Thursday morning.
- Thursday: There will be early morning rain followed by overcast skies with showers possible. Highs will be near 44, and there is a 90% chance of precipitation.
- Friday: Morning rain then cloudy with a chance of showers, with highs near 45 and an 80% chance of precipitation.
- Saturday: Rain likely, with highs near 47 and a 60% chance of precipitation.
- Sunday: Rain, with highs near 48 and a 100% chance of precipitation.
- Monday: Partly sunny, with highs near 42.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, with highs near 37.
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