Heavy Snow — Whitman & Extreme Se Spokane, Washington

2001-01-14 · Whitman & Extreme Se Spokane, Washington

Wider weather episode

An upper level low over western Montana caused upslope northwest flow and unstable conditions over southeast Washington on January 14, leading to heavy snow. Heavy snow was generally confined to elevations above 1500 feet, leaving the lower elevations of the Snake River valley out of the heavy snow. Snowfall amounts of 4 to 6 inches were common with higher amounts in the Blue Mountains. Specific snowfall reports included: Bluewood Ski Area...14", Pullman...6.0", Anatone...5", Oaksdale...5.0", Saint John...4.5", and Rosalia...4.0".

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5228063. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.