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Benseather.com Forecast
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Bensweather.com Forecast Updated: Thursday, Mar 28 @ 01:52pm
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Enjoying mostly sunny skies out there this afternoon with temperatures in the 50's. Southwest winds increasing 10-20 mph with gusts to 30 mph during the afternoon. A new Pacific storm will approach the area tomorrow with clouds and winds on the increase, especially late. We should remain dry with cooler temperatures as highs drop into the 40's, southwest winds gusting to around 35 mph late. Low pressure off the California coast will draw an atmospheric river with deep moisture into Southern California Saturday morning. Rain and snow will develop and could become heavy at times throughout the day with gusty southwest winds to 40 mph. The snow level will start off around 6,500 feet so we could see a little rain-snow mix ahead of the main cold front arriving later in the day. As the front pushes through, the snow level will lower to around 5,500 feet, then drop to near 5,000 feet on Sunday as the cold core center of the lower moves in, a few thunderstorms are also possible. Several inches of rain can be expected on the lower coastal slopes with snowfall accumulations of around 1-2 feet are possible above 6,000 feet. Residual moisture and instability may generate additional showers Monday, ending Monday night as our storm exits the region. This has the potential to be a major winter storm, somewhat uncommon for this late in the season. Travelers should pay close attention to the forecast and not be caught off guard or unprepared if venturing into the mountains through the big holiday weekend! Fair and warmer spring weather will return by the middle of next week. The forecast will continue to be refined as we get closer to the weekend so check back often for regular updates! When traveling to the mountains during the winter months, be prepared for hazardous winter weather driving conditions, always plan ahead, and carry tire chains.
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