A closed low-pressure system digging south off the California coast will swing inland to our south Friday into Saturday, generating some rain showers across the area, but amounts look light inland with the heaviest near the coast where a few thunderstorms are possible. This will open the door for additional storms through next week, even our first snowfall of the season is likely across the mountains above 5,000 feet. Expect mostly sunny skies today with highs in the upper 50s to around 60 degrees, westerly winds increasing 10-15 mph during the afternoon as the onshore flow returns.

Clouds and winds will increase tomorrow with cooler temperatures as high drop into the mid 50s, south to southwest winds gusting 10-20 mph during the afternoon. As low pressure skirts the area, we could squeeze out some light showers Friday night into Saturday morning, with the snow level above 8,000 feet. Rainfall amounts should remain under a quarter of an inch inland with closer to a half inch possible near the coast. Sunday currently looks dry before another Pacific storm arrives on Monday. This system will move in from the north bringing with it colder air and better ppotential for snowfall above 7,000 feet, lowering to around 5,500 feet Monday night into Tuesday with a few inches of snow likely! Another cold storm is possible later in the week with even lower snow levels, but at this time, amounts look relatively light. Computer forecast models still differ on the exact details with timing and intensity. Be prepared for winter weather conditions next week and always carry chains!

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