By Rod Hill on 2011-08-30
Don't let our current cool spell discourage you, warm sunny days will return Labor Day weekend! Extended forecast charts show above normal temperatures the first 10 days of September, along with mostly dry weather. There are indications of a wet, cool October and start to November.
Remember, this fall and winter are likely to be either a neutral pattern or weak La Nina. Forecast confidence of what to expect will be lower than last winter. Remember a year ago, confidence was very high that a wet winter would develop. We know now, our current water year ending Sept. 30th, will be the wettest since 1998 - 1999!
Much more to come on this winter's forecast. I am planning on giving my outlook this October. For now, let's all look forward to a nice September!
PDX Reaches 90 Degrees For 1st Time