Elevated to Critical Fire Weather Concerns and Strong Winds for the Central U.S.; Snow Across the Upper Great Lakes and Northeast

A strong clipper system will move southward across the Great Lakes and into the Northeast throughout the weekend. Strong winds are expected from the Plains through the Great Lakes and Ohio Valley, with the potential for any fires that initiate to spread rapidly due to dry conditions. Meanwhile, accumulating snow is anticipated in the Great Lakes and Northeast. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Fri, Feb 28, 2025 at 9:22:10 pm PST

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Beach Hazards Statement

Hazardous Beach Conditions This Weekend

Big Rock Ridge NOAA Weather Radio Off Air

Sunday - Isolated Thunderstorm Risk

Wet Weather on the Way! Forecast Rain Totals

Hazardous conditions return along the coast Friday night through Monday as another round of long period swell reaches the coastal waters. Breaking waves up to 20 feet along west-facing beaches will lead to an increased risk of sneaker waves and rip currents, creating hazardous and life-threatening conditions for beachgoers. Breaking waves can sweep people and debris off jetties and docks, and into cold dangerous seas with stronger currents than normal. Follow the safety advice of local officials and never turn your back on the ocean! #CAwx

The NOAA Weather Radio station at Big Rock Ridge KDX54 (Mt. Tam) is off the air due to a local power issue at the transmitter site. Estimated time of restoration is hopefully within 24 hours, but remains unknown During the outage, alternate programming is available from Sonoma County and San Francisco. We apologize for the inconvenience. List of NWR transmitters: Sonoma County, 162.475, WZ2504 San Francisco, 162.400, KHB49

There is a 10-15% chance for isolated thunderstorms with an associated low pressure system on Sunday across a good portion of the Bay Area and Central Coast. Remember, that when thunder roars, go indoors or see a flash, dash inside! Very brief heavy rainfall will also be possible.

A couple of storm systems will bring mostly light rainfall this weekend, with slightly heavier rainfall next week. Just about all of the Bay Area and Central Coast will have the opportunity for rainfall. The first wave of light rain is forecast Saturday Evening - Monday Evening with the second wave of light to moderate rainfall forecast Tuesday Morning - Thursday Evening. While not overly impactful, anticipate wet commutes to work and school as well as ponding and very minor flooding of low-lying and poor drainage areas.