Severe storms and chilly weather forecasted for Southern California this weekend.
Took a Turn for the Cold and Stormy: Southern California's weekend weather forecast is far from typical, with thunderstorms and chilly temperatures on the horizon. The culprit? A cold front and low-pressure system sweeping in from the coast, complete with a thick marine layer and an unstable atmosphere[2].
Expected Weather Woes:- Thunder and Showers: Scattered rain showers and isolated thunderstorms are on the cards, thanks to the collision of moisture-laden air from the Pacific with the system's cool temperatures[1][2].- Gusty Winds: Mountain and desert areas are bracing themselves for winds of up to 65 mph on Saturday night, potentially causing a ruckus with trees and power lines[2].- Damp Roads: Sunday's scattered showers could leave roads slick, but significant flooding isn't anticipated due to minimal accumulation[2].- Temperature Dive: The mercury is expected to plummet, creating daytime highs that are a hefty 10–15°F below the usual[2].
By Tuesday, the system is projected to dissipate, ushering in warmer, drier weather once more[2]. But until then, hold onto your hats—and your umbrellas—Southern Californians!
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Looking Ahead: An upper-level trough promises cooler-than-normal temperatures for California until at least mid-May[4]. The flow is disconnected from the main storm track, causing this unusually unsettled weather to reach deeper into California than typical for May[4]. A ridge is expected to build in the eastern and central U.S., further feeding the cool trend. Stay tuned for more updates!
Other News:- Sticky and Stormy: Hot, humid conditions and a chance for thunderstorms are forecast for Southern California this weekend[5].- Southern California's June Gloom Gets a Thunderstorm Twist: Persistent June gloom and thunderstorms have become commonplace in Southern California[6].
- The unusual weather in Southern California, characterized by thunderstorms and chilly temperatures, is primarily caused by a cold front and low-pressure system sweeping in from the coast, affecting places like Los Angeles and Ventura.
- scattered rain showers and isolated thunderstorms are expected in California, resulting from the collision of moisture-laden air from the Pacific with the system's cool temperatures, potentially leading to a layer of thick marine layer.
- Mountain and desert areas in Southern California could experience gusty winds of up to 65 mph on Saturday night, causing potential damage to trees and power lines.
- The weather-forecasting indicates that the mercury will plummet, creating daytime highs that are a hefty 10–15°F below the usual during the weekend, causing the weather to be far from normal.
- Looking ahead, an upper-level trough promises cooler-than-normal temperatures for California until at least mid-May, affecting cities like Los Angeles and reaching deeper into the state than typical for May.
