'Ranges from 0.5-3.5 near Spokane,. says Van Horn
It snowed unexpectedly blanketed the Cheney area Friday, April 5.
CHENEY – Residents across Eastern Washington woke up to an unexpected surprise on Friday, April 8, as snow blanketed various parts of the region.
According to Steven Van Horn, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service, the snowfall totals were particularly noteworthy for this time of year.
"Rosalia saw an astonishing 4.8 inches of snow, marking a record for April snowfall in the area," Van Horn said. "We've been keeping records on Rosalia's weather since the late 1800s, and this is the most snow they've ever seen in April."
Additionally, Ritzville received half an inch of snow, while the Spokane International Airport reported an inch of accumulation.
Van Horn emphasized the rarity of such significant snowfall in April, stating: "It's unusual to see that much snow at this point in the season."
Looking ahead, he mentioned the possibility of isolated showers and windy conditions persisting throughout the next week, with wind speeds ranging from 25-35 mph.
Clare is an Eastern Washington University graduate and a reporter at Free Press Publishing.
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