PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Another surge of moisture moves into the Pacific Northwest Monday as rain accumulation nears an inch for some.

Snow is also set to take aim at elevations above 2,000 feet. Snow amounts will near 3-9 inches above 2,500 feet and even greater amounts are possible above 3,500 feet.

Western Oregon and Washington’s forecast rainfall totals Monday
Snow elevations remain above 1,500 ft. through the end of the week

A cold front will swing through the region early Monday morning. That front will increase the rain potential and help drop the temperatures throughout the day.

Cold front brings rain to the Pacific Northwest Monday morning

The warmest part of the day in Portland will be found around sunrise. Temperatures will continue to drop as the cold front swings through the area. Afternoon highs will only sit in the mid-40s as overnight lows fall to the upper 30s. Temperatures will not be cold enough to see snow in valley locations.

Falling temperatures in Portland Monday as rain continues through the afternoon hours

Slightly drier conditions move back into the forecasting area Tuesday. That comes as western Oregon and Washington sit between storms.

Slightly drier weather pattern returns to Portland Tuesday
KOIN 6 Meteorologist Josh Cozart shares Portland’s extended forecast

Despite cooler temperatures moving into the area Monday afternoon, highs will continue to warm through the week. Some of the warmest temperatures of the month are expected by Thursday and will last through Saturday.