SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) - - A strong Pacific storm and atmospheric river is expected to sweep the region Friday night through Monday, stated the National Weather Service.
The weather condition might damper weekend plans along with Easter celebrations.
As seen on the radar Friday morning, a low pressure system is moving southward from the Northern California coast. Local meteorologists state it's expected to sweep inland across Northern Baja and Southern California.
Temperature levels are anticipated to be cooler both Friday and Saturday, much more so in the mountains and high desert where gusty southwest winds are likewise anticipated, stated NWS. Stronger gusts along the desert slopes might rise to 45-55 miles per hour.
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Light rainfall might start as early as Friday night, though it's expected to be more extensive and heavy in some areas by Saturday early morning, according to regional meteorologists. Those showers will continue with a chance of thunderstorms for late Saturday night into Sunday, stated NWS.
Great Friday, Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday occasions in
San Diego.
Locations like
Oceanside, Palomar and Julian are anticipated to receive the most rain. Here's a look at most likely precipitation quantities Friday through Monday:.
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Snowfall is also likely in
San Diego County's mountain locations. NWS issued a Winter Storm Watch that will go into effect Saturday early morning through Sunday afternoon said NWS. There might be snowfall of 1-3 inches from 5,000-5,500 feet and 3-6 inches above 5,500 feet.
More strong and gusty winds are likewise expected Saturday, with a Wind Advisory also in effect for the area's seaside locations and valleys from Friday morning to noon Saturday. The deserts are also under a Wind Advisory from 2 p.m. Friday until 11 p.m.
Looking ahead, showers might linger into Monday with warmer and drier weather condition expected come Tuesday and Wednesday, according to NWS.
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