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Late-Season Storm Brings Strong Winds, Cooler Weather to California

A low-pressure system is sweeping across the state, delivering gusts up to 50 mph, unseasonably low temperatures, and minor rain chances through the weekend.

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A low-pressure system will promote strong winds in the Bay Area and a chance of thunderstorms this weekend in Southern California. 
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Overview

  • California is experiencing a significant cooling trend as a late-season low-pressure system moves through, with temperatures dropping 10–15 degrees below seasonal averages.
  • Gusty winds, peaking at 30–50 mph, are expected across coastal and inland areas, with the strongest winds along the Northern California coast and San Francisco Bay shoreline.
  • There is a 20% chance of light showers, with up to a quarter inch of rain possible in mountain regions, prompting flood advisories for burn-scar zones in Ventura and northwest Los Angeles counties.
  • Surf heights are building to 6–8 feet along the Southern California coast, with choppy conditions expected to persist through Sunday.
  • The storm will weaken by Sunday, with temperatures beginning to rebound and a warming trend forecast to continue into early next week.