Washington cold weather advisories
There are no cold weather advisories in Washington right now. The last one was issued on February 20, 2026.
Very cold temperatures or wind chills could cause frostbite with prolonged exposure.
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Active cold weather advisories in Washington
None right now. Other active alerts in Washington: 9 (see the Washington alerts page).
Cold Weather Advisories in Washington by year
Washington averaged 5.8 cold weather advisories per year from 2016 to 2025, and has had 9 so far in 2026. The most recent was issued on February 20, 2026.
Counties with the most cold weather advisories
What a cold weather advisory means
A cold weather advisory (formerly the wind chill advisory) warns of cold that is hazardous if you are outside without proper clothing for long periods.
More about cold weather advisories and the national map →
What to do
- Dress in layers and cover your head, hands and face.
- Bring pets indoors.