Southern California Weather Forecast: Cooler Temperatures and Showers Arriving

Southern California experienced an unusually warm and dry January, which extended into early February. According to the National Weather Service, such patterns are typical during winter due to offshore flow and Santa Ana winds. However, a shift is underway. A storm system is approaching, changing wind directions and bringing cooler air from the ocean. The first storm is expected to arrive late Tuesday night into early Wednesday, bringing light to moderate rain. This could lead to increased traffic and minor flooding on roads. Mountain areas may also experience snow above 5,000 feet. Another large-scale, slow-moving low-pressure trough will move into the West Coast on Saturday night, bringing more rain throughout the area overnight and continuing through most of Sunday. Two or three additional storms are predicted to roll in next week, potentially bringing 2 to 4 inches of rain areawide.

The first storm will reach the Los Angeles area late Tuesday night and into early Wednesday.

Most areas are likely to receive a quarter to a half inch of rain, with some areas along the South Coast, including Santa Barbara, potentially seeing up to an inch.

Yes, strong winds are expected, especially in the mountain areas, where gusts could reach 30 to 50 mph. There is also a high-surf advisory for Ventura County beaches.

The warm weather in Southern California is coming to an end. Be prepared for:

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