Southern California Weather: Rain, Thunderstorms, and Flood Warnings

Current Weather Conditions

• 🌧️ Heavy rainfall is impacting Southern California, with a major disturbance working through LA County.
• ⚠️ Flash flood warnings are in effect due to severe heavy downpours, particularly in areas from Malibu to West Hollywood.
• ⚡ The storm system is moving slowly, bringing significant precipitation, especially during the early morning hours.

Additional Storm Impulses and Wind

• 💨 A second impulse is expected to bring additional rounds of rain, keeping the region wet throughout the day.
• 🌬️ Wind gusts of up to 20-30 miles per hour are anticipated in passes and canyons, with a wind advisory in effect for mountain areas.
• 🌊 High surf concerns are present along the Southern California coast, with dangerous rip currents possible through Saturday morning.

Forecast and Future Outlook

• ⛈️ The heaviest rainfall is associated with a slow-moving system that is expected to pack a punch.
• ❄️ Snowfall is possible at elevations around 6,000 feet, with snow levels dropping even below resort levels near Big Bear.
• 🌡️ High temperatures today will be in the 50s and 60s across the Southland, with cooler temperatures in mountain areas.
• 🗓️ The rain is expected to break on Saturday and Sunday, with chances of rain returning by Tuesday and potentially into the New Year.