The Bay Area is set for another round of wet weather as a low-pressure system approaches the region, increasing rain chances. According to the National Weather Service San Francisco, showers will intensify across the area throughout the day and into Tuesday. Rain totals are expected to range from 0.25 to 0.5 inches around the Bay Area, with 1.0 to 2.0 inches on the Central Coast, potentially reaching 2.0 to 5.0 inches in some mountainous areas.
The wet conditions will extend into Wednesday as the system gradually moves onshore and precipitation begins to taper off from north to south. Despite the prospect of minor improvements on Turkey Day, residents along the Central Coast, the San Francisco Peninsula, and parts of the East and South Bays face a "boom vs bust" scenario, with a 15-30% chance of rain lingering in the forecast. This information comes from a social media update by the NWS Bay Area.
More rain on the way, but how much? Let's take a look as most reasonable outcomes. There is some uncertainty regarding exact placement of rainfall maximum. Utilization probabilistic information gives meteorologists a "boom vs bust" scenario and most likely amounts. #cawx pic.twitter.com/M3uQqyaF3F
— NWS Bay Area 🌉 (@NWSBayArea) November 25, 2024
The incoming weather system doesn't just spell a potentially soggy holiday for locals; gusty southerly winds will also accompany the storm system, especially south of Monterey Bay, where they could reach 40 knots and create steep wind waves and erratic sea conditions, according to the same NWS forecast. By Monday night, these winds are expected to weaken as the storm subsides, with drier weather on the horizon for the weekend.
For commuters, the week starts on a cautionary note. The NWS Bay Area posted an alert via a KMUX Radar update warning of a "Wet Commute ahead...rain continues to move over the Bay Area and Central Coast. Light to moderate rain is expected with minor ponding on roadways." Drivers are advised to use caution and allow extra time when traveling today.
