Seattle weather: Rain, snow, minor flooding possible

Seattle weather: Scattered showers, breezy conditions for Friday

Scattered showers around for Friday with cooler temperatures, more snow expected for the mountains.

While river flooding this weekend is expected to be less severe than recent events, flooding remains possible as dam operators release water for safety, with heavy snow, torrential downpours and brief, minor wintry mixes also in the forecast.

How much snow is expected in WA mountain passes?

According to FOX 13 Meteorologist Abby Acone, up to two feet of snow is possible at Stevens and Snoqualmie Passes through Saturday.

"Remember, Stevens Pass is closed between Skykomish and Leavenworth from recent weather impacts," said Acone.

Be sure to check the Washington State Department of Transportation's (WSDOT) website for travel restrictions before traveling over mountain passes.

Is WA expecting more flooding?

While most rivers will generally recede into Saturday, floods are still possible as dam operators do water releases for dam safety.

Because dam-release decisions are made quickly, the National Weather Service says it's difficult to predict the timing and impacts of any flooding with much advance notice. However, on Friday morning, the NWS said flooding is unlikely to be as severe as what our region experienced from recent storms and levee failures.

We will keep a close watch on communities below dams, including those along the Skagit, White, Green, Cedar, Cowlitz rivers and others.

According to Acone, any precipitation over the next week is unlikely to produce new flooding issues. If there are any problems, they will likely be caused by dam releases.

Lowland areas can expect on-and-off rain this week, with periods of heavier rain Friday and Saturday that may reduce visibility and create hazardous road conditions. During these heavier showers, brief and minor mixes of rain, snow, sleet, or hail are possible – especially in the mornings and evenings when temperatures are cooler.