As anticipated, our latest storm was more of a coastal system dropping 1-2 inches of rain across our coastal and some valley areas, with mostly under a tenth of an inch inland. Another shortwave moving through the region will exit the area Saturday morning with clearing skies. Expect a cool and breezy start to the weekend with highs in the 40s, West to northwest winds will continue 10-15 mph with gusts to 20 mph at times. Fair and a little warmer Sunday as highs reach the lower 50s with overnight lows in the 20s.

Another Pacific storm will move into the area on Monday bringing another round of rain and snow later in the day with gusty west winds and cooler temperatures. This is forecast to be a colder storm with lower snow levels, possibly as low as 5,500 feet with the potential for our first few inches of snow this season! The cold and settled weather will continue off and on through much of next week as temperatures remain below average. If you have travel plans into the mountains, be prepared with winter weather driving conditions and always carry chains.

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