Southern California Weather: Rain, Thunderstorms, and Snow Expected

Early Season Storm Approaching SoCal

• 🌧️ An early season storm is set to impact Southern California from late Monday through Tuesday.
• ⚠️ Flash flood watches are in effect for recent burn scars, according to the National Weather Service.

Rainfall and Thunderstorm Forecast

• 💧 Light showers are expected to begin late Monday evening in Ventura, Santa Barbara, and Los Angeles counties.
• ⛈️ Heavy rainfall is anticipated to start early Tuesday morning, lasting for 4 to 6 hours across much of Southern California.
• ⚡ The colder air mass associated with the storm could trigger thunderstorms, with a possibility of waterspouts along the shorelines.

Mountain Snowfall and Winter Watches

• ❄️ Significant snowfall is expected in the Sierra Nevada range, from the Lake Isabella area north to Mammoth and towards Reno/Tahoe.
• 🏔️ Winter storm watches and warnings are in place for areas along the 395 corridor up to Bishop, with potential for 12 to 24 inches of snow.
• 🌨️ Snow levels will initially be between 6,000 to 7,000 feet, potentially reaching above 8,000 feet in areas like Big Bear.

Temperature Changes and Extended Outlook

• 🌡️ Temperatures will cool significantly, with highs 8 to 10 degrees cooler than the previous weekend.
• 💨 Strong, gusty winds may accompany the storm across Southern California.
• ☀️ Conditions are expected to dry out by Wednesday afternoon, leading to a pleasant and comfortable fall weekend with mid-70s temperatures.