NWS Weather Forecast: Stormy Conditions to Hit California, Pacific Northwest in Late Week

Stormy conditions with heavy rains are likely in parts of California and the Pacific Northwest this week, according to the National Weather Service. As winter is near, homeowners should stay alert for travel concerns and flooding.

This last week of November will bring rounds of rain and flash flood risks. People with travel plans should stay alert for forecasts, especially for motorists.

In other parts of the US, residents have experienced freezing and extreme cold, with some snow. In California, the rain will ease the dry and drought outlook in the region.

According to NOAA, the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season is expected to end on November 30 with 20 named storms.

Stormy Conditions: Where Will Rain Unload in California and the Pacific Northwest?

(Photo : NOAA NESDIS Satellite View as of November 29, 2023)
NOAA NESDIS Satellite View as of November 29, 2023. The National Weather Service (NWS) advisory showed that stormy conditions are likely in parts of California and the Pacific Northwest. Read here. Travel concerns can occur for motorists. Snowy outlook is likely in the Sierra Nevada and Cascades this week. The temperatures over the West can reach from 30s to 40s. In California, residents can anticipate 50s and 60s temperatures.

The NWS advisory showed that light coastal showers are likely from Central to Southern California coasts. Beachgoers should check for rip currents and dangerous coast conditions.

The forecast also monitors a weak Pacific system in the region. Flood-prone areas can experience small to severe flooding. Motorists should also keep away from flooded roads, and it is best to check for forecasts.

In addition, the stormy conditions are expected to impact parts of Northern California and Northwestern US in the midweek. In high-elevation areas, residents can anticipate potential mountain snow.

Snowy outlook is likely in the Sierra Nevada and Cascades this week. The temperatures over the West can reach from 30s to 40s. In California, residents can anticipate 50s and 60s temperatures.

On Wednesday, a wetter outlook is possible in Western California. The chance of rain is likely in the following areas:

Redding
San Francisco
Los Angeles
San Diego

People with outdoor plans should bring an umbrella this week due to rain chances. In the late week, the colder and rainy outlook can unload in the following areas:

Seattle
Portland
Medford
Spokane
Helena
Boise
Elko
Salt Lake City
Elko
Denver
Cedar City
Reno
Fresno

Also Read: Blowing Snow Due to Strong Winds Likely in Parts of Wyoming, Colorado This Midweek

Weather on the East Coast And Florida: What Can Americans Expect?

On the East Coast, the advisory showed that below-average temperatures are likely in the region this midweek. Meanwhile, South Georgia and the Florida Panhandle can expect freeze-related advisories this week.

Residents can feel 15 to 20 degrees below average temperatures on Wednesday. With the freezing outlook, homeowners should watch out for freezing conditions and cold-related health concerns.

The frozen outlook can affect vegetation, crops and animals. Older adults and children should avoid exposure to extreme cold this week. Hypothermia and frostbite can cause dangerous health risks.

Meanwhile, the forecast monitors the heavy lake-effect snow over the Great Lakes that can bring heavy snow to Lake Erie and Ontario.