Good Morning Idaho!
Over the weekend, a warm front continued to approach the California coast and will continue to move north this week. This front has brought rain and snow across East Central Oregon and the mountains north of the snake basin. Snow levels started at 3000-4000 feet but will rise to 4000-5000 this morning.
This morning, the warm front will continue to push northward. This front will carry moisture into the Valley, light rain will scatter into Central Idaho, through Boise and the Sawtooth mountains. Showers will continue from Boise through Glenns Ferry and across Southern Twin Falls County. A strong pressure gradient is causing wind speeds up to 50 mph, in the areas listed above.
As we head into lunch time I expect conditions to dry out in the Treasure Valley and Magic Valley. However, the East and West Mountains can expect a rain and snow mix. Areas in the East Central mountains can expect an accumulation of up to 1 to 2 inches. The West Central Mountains will observe a wintry mix through the morning commute, then rain into the afternoon. Total accumulation is less than half of an inch. Use caution on your morning commute today as heavy snow continues to favor the mountains.
Areas under Watches and warnings!
Camas Prarie Zone under a winter storm warning until 11 am MST. Heavier snow will fall, accumulating between 2-4 inches. Wind gusts up to 50 mph are possible. Road conditions will remain slippery. Drive with caution.
Northern Elko County under a Winter Weather Advisory until 4 pm PST Tuesday. Cities in this county can expect total snow accumulation between 1 to 4 inches with wind gusts up to 50 mph.
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