Stevens Pass opens 1 week ahead of schedule in WA
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Today was opening day at Stevens Pass. It was a special day for skiers and snowboarders, especially because there was enough snow to open the slopes a week early!

Kids Ski Free Week, Black Friday deals at Crystal Mountain in WA

Crystal Mountain just kicked off its 2024-25 ski season, and with opening day comes the announcement of some sweet deals on lift tickets. 

Newport Ski Swap happening this weekend in Bellevue, WA

Skiers and snowboarders in search of affordable new and used equipment can check out the 38th Annual Newport Ski Swap in Bellevue this weekend. 

Winter weather, high winds slam western WA, knock out power for thousands

The first full week of November brings a winter weather slam down on Western Washington with high winds knocking out power, and snow causing tough driving conditions.

Winter weather hits western Washington
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The first full week of November is seeing winter weather slam down on western Washington.

WA drivers urged to prepare for winter weather on mountain passes

With the snow already flying, it's an important time to protect yourself and your car from winter weather conditions.

WA drivers navigate first snow of the season
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With the snow already flying, it's an important time to protect yourself and your car from winter weather conditions on Washington passes.

WA ski resorts welcome early La Niña snowfall in Autumn

November is here, which officially marks the time when skiers and snowboarders begin obsessively monitoring resort webcams, tallying snow totals in anticipation of a glorious ski season opener. 

Studded tires allowed in WA starting Friday, Nov. 1: WSDOT

Studded snow tires will be allowed in Washington state starting Friday, Nov. 1, according to the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT).

Winter outlook: La Nina expected to emerge ahead of country's coldest season

NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center forecasters said they still expect a La Niña to develop during the fall and play a role in temperatures and precipitation trends across the country. However, the La Niña that develops is expected to be weak and short-lived, forecasters said.

A La Niña winter is expected: Here's what it means for NYC's snow outlook

The emergence of a La Niña weather pattern could have an impact on the types of winter weather conditions we see in the U.S., including NYC. Here's what to know.

The Summit at Snoqualmie to charge daily parking fees. Here's why

If you’re planning on skiing at Snoqualmie this winter, get ready to pay for a parking pass in addition to your lift ticket.

Summit at Snoqualmie to charge daily parking fees. Here's why
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If you're planning on skiing or snowboarding at Snoqualmie this winter, it's going to cost more than a lift ticket. There are new parking fees for visitors.

La Niña winter forecast in WA
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A La Niña weather pattern is expected in the Pacific Northwest this winter. FOX 13 Meteorologist Abby Acone breaks down what La Niña winters have looked like in the Seattle area in previous years, and what we could expect this year.

Farmers' Almanac winter outlook calls for 'copious amounts of snow, rain, sleet and ice'

The Farmers' Almanac has been predicting long-range weather forecasts for over 200 years. It's calling for a brutally cold winter for parts of the U.S. with rapid-fire storms.

Crystal Mountain extends season through April 28

After Mother Nature decided to dump 19 inches of snow on Crystal Mountain this week, the resort announced it is extending the ski and ride season for bonus weekends through April 28th, as conditions allow.

Where did winter go? Spring begins early as winter in US was warmest on record

During the winter, several areas nationwide that usually experience frigid conditions never had their temperatures dip below zero and went months without snowfall.

Colorado dog missing for 10 days found trapped in snow just feet from home

On the morning of Feb. 22, Pepper, a 6-year-old Bernese/black lab mix, went missing from her home in Blue River, Colorado. After an expansive search, Pepper was found 10 days later not far from where she went missing.