"Unpredictable Winter Weather Threatens Christmas Cheer in Multiple Regions"
Freezing rain is possible in the Portland hills and low-elevation snow is expected in the foothills of the Cascades and Coast Range around Christmas, with temperatures dropping to the 30s. Snow levels may reach around 1,500 feet of elevation on Christmas, and there could be pockets of freezing rain along the Columbia River Gorge. The Portland metro area is currently forecast for rain on Christmas morning.