We're in the middle of the first big snowstorm of the year, and it's piling up fast in the Cascades. Unfortunately, if you're like me, it's hard to fully enjoy it knowing the massive amount of rain expected early next week. I'm still hopeful there will be a net gain overall, but the leatest guidance shows 4 to 6 inches of water early next week.

Several waves have already put down some decent numbers as of 4 PM Friday. The heaviest snow is likely from Saturday to Sunday night in many areas. Chase powder through Monday.

A series of storms will bring much-needed heavy snow to the Northwest and the Rockies from Friday to Monday, though some areas will see a changeover from snow to rain during the latter stages of this event. The East will also remain in an active pattern with uncertainty regarding a possible snow event in New England on Sunday-Monday, while the Mid-Atlantic could also see some snow next week.