Wind, more rain in Tri-Cities forecast after a sleety mix

A mix of rain and snow fell in parts of the Mid-Columbia, including just south of the Tri-Cities, early Tuesday as temperatures slipped below freezing overnight in the Tri-Cities region.

Some patches of blue sky were seen by noon, but a southwest wind was gusting up to 23 mph in the Tri-Cities, according to the National Weather Service in Pendleton.

A 30 percent chance of rain was forecast Tuesday night with more rain possible Thursday through the weekend.

Travelers heading over the Cascade and Blue mountains were urged to check the forecast before leaving home.

Four to 8 inches of snow were expected on Snoqualmie Pass Tuesday, with 1 to 2 inches Tuesday night into Wednesday morning.

This story was originally published November 9, 2020 at 5:56 PM.