SNOW WATCH: Snow Advisory Issued For Willamette Valley

Rain hit the Salem-area around 5:30 PM, with snow showers expected to begin early Wednesday morning.

Kids could get another break from school Wednesday beacuse of snow. Photo: Matt King

(SALEM) - A National Weather Service Snow Advisory remains in fffect from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM Wednesday for the coast range, inland valleys, Columbia Gorge, and Cascade foothills. Rain will turn to snow Wednesday morning as colder Arctic air invades southwestern Washington and northwestern Oregon. Accumulations of one to two inches are likely above 500 feet and local accumulations of an inch are likely in lowest valley elevations. Accumulations of 3 to 6 inches are likely in the Willapa Hills, coast range and Cascade foothills. The heaviest snowfall is expected in the morning hours starting during the morning commute and snow showers will continue through the afternoon with some brief locally heavy accumulations. Snowfall is expected to taper off in the late afternoon and evening. A Snow Advisory means that periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be Prepared! For snow covered roads and limited visibilities and use caution while driving. Seven Day Forecast