California Weather Forecast: Mix of Rain, Mountain Snow to Bring Dangerous Travel, Flooding Concerns

Rainy conditions and mountain snow are expected in parts of California this week, causing possible travel dangers, and flooding dangers. Travelers should keep updated with the latest, particularly if they will commute in parts of California.

The National Weather Service (NWS) monitors a possible powerful low-pressure system that can bring gusty winds, heavy rain, and severe thunderstorms in parts of the eastern US, Ohio Valley, and Great Lakes.

The Pacific Northwest and parts of California are no strangers to challenging weather conditions, from heavy rains, flooding, mountain snow, and winter storms. Unsettled weather is expected in California this weekend. Residents should check for locally heavy rain, with potential moderate to heavy snow in the Sierra Nevada.

Meanwhile, Southern Oregon can expect beneficial rainfall on Saturday. In the Great Plains, warmer temperatures are forecast this weekend, with highs surging upwards of 20 to 30 degrees above average in the north-central US.

California Weather Forecast this Weekend

Zoom Earth Satellite via NOAA NESDIS. California can expect potential mix of rain and snow this week, causing dangerous travel concerns. The snowy outlook can lead to slippery commutes and travel hazards. (Photo : Zoom Earth Satellite via NOAA NESDIS)

In California, the forecast reveals that a possible mid-April storm can threaten portions of California, with a mix of rain and mountain snow. Motorists can experience slower commutes due to the wet weather outlook and snow, and it is best to check the latest forecasts before traveling outside.

Before the weekend, a widespread warmer outlook is forecast in the following areas:

Las Vegas
Cedar City
Phoenix
Albuquerque
Grand Junction
Denver
Salt Lake City
Phoenix

On the other hand, rainy concerns can unload in Redding and Reno. Meanwhile, NWS San Diego shows that an unsettled weather outlook can unfold in the region, with strong winds on the weekend. Residents are advised to check for chances of periods of rain and mountain snow. On the weekend, widespread precipitation will become more possible.

Additionally, wet weather conditions and localized flooding are likely, causing potential travel concerns. Flooding risk can cause moderate to severe flooding, particularly in low-lying areas in California and the Northwest.

On Saturday, the rounds of rain are forecast in Redding, Reno, San Francisco, Fresno, Los Angeles, and San Diego. NWS Los Angeles monitors the development of an approaching storm in the region, causing possible rain and mountain snow from Friday to Sunday. There is also a 10% chance of a dusting of snow near Tejon Pass and Grapevine.

The advisory warns of gusty winds that can lead to dangerous crosswinds. Homeowners should watch out for ground lightning, dangerous clouds, heavy rain, and hail conditions.

Also Read: NWS Weather Forecast in Eastern US: Powerful Storm System to Bring Strong Winds, Heavy Rain

Weather in Plains and Mississippi

Next week, the latest weather forecast warns of tornado threats in parts of Mississippi Valley and Great Plains. On Monday, homeowners should stay alert for severe thunderstorms in the following areas: