Santa Ana winds tonight into Thursday. Gusty winds have already started but the strongest winds will peak overnight into early morning.
A Wind Advisory in effect until 10pm Thursday for the coast and deserts. Northeasterly winds of 15 to 25mph and gusts of 30 to 50mph.
High Wind Warning is in effect through 10pm Thursday for our in the inland valleys and mountain communities. Northeasterly winds will range from 30 to 40mph and gusts of 50 to 80mph.
Santa Ana winds will impact everyone around the county with the threat of down trees and powerlines. Since gusty winds are expected all the way to the coast, it will also impact golfers at the Farmers Insurance Open, making it challenging for players on day 2.
A Beach Hazards Statement is in effect until 6am Thursday due to waves of 4 to 8 feet and dangerous rip currents.
The weather will shift this weekend, turning cooler on Saturday ahead of a storm arriving Sunday. We'll see more clouds on Saturday, with rain showers possible Sunday morning, a cold front will bring colder weather and a change over from to snow in our mountains. Rain will be widespread with the best chance on Monday. Showers will taper off on Tuesday. Heavy rain potential is there, stay tuned for updates.
This storm may be the coldest we've seen so far this season with crashing snow levels. Snow levels will hover near 5,000' Sunday dropping to 4,000' on Monday and potentially as low as 3,500' which will likely lead to travel impacts and potential school cancelations.
Elevations above 5,000': Mt. Laguna, Palomar Mountain, Lookout Mountain
Elevations above 4,000': Julian, Ranchita,
Elevations above 3,500': Pine Valley, Descanso
Thursday's Highs:
Coast: 64-68°
Inland: 66-72°
Mountains: 44-64°
Deserts: 69-71°
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