The weather service is forecasting a cold and wet holiday weekend in northwestern Washington, starting with a cold front expected to move into western Skagit County early Saturday morning.
The weather service says the cold front will bring periods of rain, cooler temperatures and breezy winds. Following the front will be what they call "unseasonably" cool weather through Labor Day. High temperatures will struggle to get above 60, according to the weather service.
Snow levels in the mountains will be around 6000 feet Saturday night into Labor Day. Temperatures above 3500 feet will remain in the 40s during the daytime hours. Cold temperatures will be accompanied by occasional showers and breezy conditions.
People planning travel into the mountains this weekend should be prepared for fall-like conditions. Dress warm and take rain gear. Hypothermia can occur with these expected conditions.