(KRON) — An atmospheric river could drop 1 to 2 inches of rain on the Bay Area between Wednesday and Friday, according to the latest forecast from the National Weather Service.
Higher elevation areas of the North Bay and the Santa Cruz Mountains have a 60% to 90% chance of seeing 2 or more inches of rain this week, according to the NWS. Heavy rainfall is also possible along Big Sur.
Series of earthquakes rattle the East BayInterior valleys and the South Bay are more likely to see 1.5 inches of rain or less. The NWS forecasts a 10% to 30% chance that these areas could see as much as 2 inches of rain this week.
Rain and strong wind is forecast for the Bay Area this week. (Graphics courtesy of NWS)(NWS)(NWS)“Given this is an atmospheric river, the rain shadowed valleys may receive much less with respect to rainfall,” the NWS forecast reads. “Southerly winds will increase ahead of the cold front, but exact strength of these winds still remain in question. However, expect the strongest winds to be along the coastline and in the higher elevations across the region.”
Video: Woman knocked down by monster wave during Bay Area king tidesThere is also a slight chance of thunderstorms between Wednesday and Thursday.
“Precipitation totals will continue to become clearer as this system gets closer in time so make sure to stay up to date on the latest forecast,” the NWS Bay Area office wrote on social media. “Take advantage of the nice weather now through Tuesday and finish any outdoor preparations before midweek.”
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