Southern California Weather: Rain Continues Through Tuesday, Clearing by Friday

Current Weather Conditions

• 🌧️ Rain is currently moving into and out of Southern California, rotating on and off.
• 🌊 The Santa Monica Bay is experiencing heavy rain, with the main energy of the storm affecting Santa Barbara and Ventura County.
• ⛰️ Snow showers are occurring in Wrightwood and Big Bear, with snow levels around 7,000 feet.

Flood and Coastal Advisories

• ⚠️ A flood advisory is in effect for Los Angeles, Ventura, and Santa Barbara County areas until 10 PM, with moderate to heavy rain possible.
• 🌊 A Beach Hazard Statement is active for the LA County coastline through tomorrow morning, warning of king tides and elevated surf, potentially causing minor coastal flooding.
• 💨 There's a chance for water spouts offshore.

Sierra Nevada Snowfall

• ❄️ The Sierra Nevada is receiving heavy snow, with a Winter Weather Advisory for Reno through Tahoe and Winter Storm Warnings from Mammoth to Lake Isabella.
• 🌨️ Between 3 to 4 feet of fresh powder is expected by tomorrow afternoon in the Sierra.

Forecast for Monday and Tuesday

• ☁️ The cold front continues to push through Southern California, bringing wrap-around moisture and significant cloud cover.
• 💧 While heavy rain is not expected, there's a slight chance for drizzle on Monday and Tuesday.
• 🥶 Temperatures will remain cool, especially during the overnight hours.

Clearing Trend and Weekend Outlook

• ☀️ A drying trend is expected to begin on Wednesday, leading to much nicer weather.
• 🏖️ By next Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, the forecast for Southern California is spectacular, with temperatures in the low to mid-60s, reaching up to 70 degrees by Sunday.