Stockton is getting one more warm, sunny day before a stormy turn arrives Friday. Early Thursday brought fog and mist with temperatures in the upper 40s, but skies are expected to clear quickly, sending afternoon temperatures toward 75 degrees.
Sunny Thursday Gives Way To Friday Rain
Thursday afternoon should stay dry and mostly sunny, with light, variable winds. Temperatures will ease back through the afternoon and evening, reaching the low 50s overnight under partly cloudy skies.
The National Weather Service Sacramento forecast discussion says rain will spread across the region Friday morning, with showers and thunderstorms becoming more widespread from late morning through the afternoon. The Valley could receive 0.25 to 1 inch of rain, with wind gusts up to 35 mph outside the advisory area, according to the National Weather Service.
Thunderstorms Could Bring Brief Heavy Downpours
Some Friday storms could produce heavy rain, frequent lightning, gusty winds and small hail. Thunderstorms and the potential for stronger storms are expected in the afternoon and evening, followed by lingering rain Friday night before conditions begin to improve.
Saturday looks like the weekend’s best outdoor window, with mostly sunny skies and a high near 64. Rain chances return Sunday after 10 a.m., continue into Monday, and may bring a noticeably cooler high near 58.
A Brief Break Before More Rain Midweek
Tuesday should be mostly sunny with a high near 59. Further systems may bring precipitation in the middle to latter part of next week, though the timing, development and strength remain uncertain. Wednesday’s high is expected to reach about 57, with rain likely during the day and a chance of rain Wednesday night.
