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Winter Weather Advisory: Snow Expected in Portland, Vancouver

2/18/2026

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Portland and Vancouver metro areas will see snow Wednesday evening, with a Winter Weather Advisory through Thursday night.
David Bishop of the National Weather Service notes moderate confidence for several inches in the Willamette Valley.
Forecasts indicate accumulation between 5 p.m. Wednesday and noon Thursday, affecting travel.
The low-pressure path remains uncertain, and the I-5 corridor could see 1–2 inches.

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Portland and Vancouver metro areas will see snow Wednesday evening, with a Winter Weather Advisory through Thursday night.
David Bishop of the National Weather Service notes moderate confidence for several inches in the Willamette Valley.
Forecasts indicate accumulation between 5 p.m. Wednesday and noon Thursday, affecting travel.
The low-pressure path remains uncertain, and the I-5 corridor could see 1–2 inches.