Weather Forecasting

Michael Fain started Washington Online weather in the mid-1990s. Washington Online Weather (WOW). For decades, WOW provided mountain forecasts for the Washington Cascades and Olympics to active outdoor enthusiasts, as well as serious mountaineers. Michael went on to start Mt. Everest Weather Forecasting to provide custom weather forecasts for Everest expedition groups and for other major mountains.

Michael also provides storm warnings to some local governments in the Greater Puget Sound area, covering wind, snow and atmospheric river events. Additionally, he provides other weather services through West Coast Weather and contributes to Weather and Wine regarding weather and climate trends in key wine regions. In his spare time, Michael is always outdoors hiking, biking or kayaking.

Powder Alerts

Michael teams up with Larry Schick (a.k.a. “Grand Poobah of Powder”) and the over a quarter of a century long running Latest Powder Alerts for the Washington Cascades, focusing on some of Washington’s most popular ski areas: Stevens Pass, Snoqualmie Pass and Crystal Mountain. Other areas, such as Mt. Baker, are also covered. Powder Alerts start in the fall when ski areas open and are issued twice a week through April. Sign up for free powder alerts.