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Wet Weather Expected in Idaho and Oregon Weekend

Staff Report / BoiseLocal.org

**Rain, Snow, and Ice: Weekend Weather Forecast for Idaho and Oregon**

The U.S. National Weather Service in Boise, Idaho, released precipitation forecasts for several locations in the region, showing a mix of rain, snow, and ice through the evening of Friday, December 27th. Precipitation percentages indicate a high likelihood of wet weather across Idaho and parts of Oregon.

**Forecast Details:**

- **Baker City:** Expect a 55% chance of rain at 5 PM, increasing to 95% by 11 PM. Snow is expected with a 45% chance at 5 PM and increasing to 90% at 11 PM. Ice probabilities are 74% and 8% for the evening.

- **Banner Summit:** Precipitation is almost certain, with a 61%-96% chance of rain and a 93% chance of snow late Friday. Ice probabilities hover at 46%.

- **Boise:** Rainfall chances are at 46% at 5 PM, climbing to 100% by 11 PM, with mixed precipitation and snow both nearing 93%-94%.

- **Bogus Basin:** Rain chances reach 63% at 5 PM and 100% by 11 PM. Snow and ice also feature prominently in the evening, with high percentages (up to 98% for snow).

- **Brundage Mountain:** Rain probabilities range from 77%-93% Friday night, while snow falls with a likelihood of 62%-87%. Ice chances remain lower.

- **Burns:** Mixed weather includes a 54%-97% chance of rain and snow ranging from 57%-91%. Ice accumulation could occur, with probabilities up to 94%.

- **Caldwell:** Rain is almost guaranteed with 11%-99% probabilities. Snow and ice probabilities vary from 57%-89%, and 58%, respectively.

- **Fairfield:** Rain, snow, and ice dominate the forecast with nearly guaranteed precipitation. All categories remain at 93%-100%.

**Looking Ahead:**

The National Weather Service cautions that more rain and snow are expected throughout the weekend, with temperatures trending colder as the week progresses. Residents in affected areas are advised to prepare for wintery conditions and possible travel disruptions.

Source: US National Weather Service Boise Idaho

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Dec 27, 2024 at 8:39 PM

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