A new wave of rainfall is set to sweep across California just as millions prepare for Thanksgiving travel, with some regions bracing for up to three inches of precipitation.
The National Weather Service (NWS) forecasts rain beginning Sunday evening through Tuesday, affecting large portions of Northern and Central California. The incoming atmospheric river system is expected to bring varying amounts of rainfall across different regions.
Bay Area residents should prepare for wet conditions, with San Francisco Peninsula, East Bay, and South Bay anticipated to receive approximately one inch of rain. Further north, communities including Napa, Santa Rosa, and San Rafael could see up to two inches of precipitation.
The coastal regions face the heaviest rainfall, with Monterey, Santa Cruz, Boulder Creek, and Corralitos preparing for up to three inches of rain accompanied by strong winds. The atmospheric river will primarily impact an area stretching from San Luis Obispo to Santa Cruz, with Santa Barbara marking its southern boundary.
Despite the substantial rainfall predictions, forecasters are not expecting extreme impacts since this system will affect different areas than those that experienced flooding during last weekend's storms.
Travelers planning to hit the roads for Thanksgiving celebrations should factor these weather conditions into their plans, allowing extra time for travel and staying updated on local weather reports.
This weather system adds to California's active water-related events, as the state continues to manage various environmental and infrastructure challenges across its regions.
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