Fresh Snow and Temperature Outlook Ahead of Christmas Day

If you are looking for fresh snow by Christmas morning or are curious about potential travel disruptions, the best chances for at least 1" of new snowfall early this week exist across the mountainous West, Great Lakes, and Northeast. Otherwise, temperatures this last full week of December will average above normal for much of the lower 48 states. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Sun, Dec 22, 2024 at 7:30:12 pm PST

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National Weather Service San Joaquin Valley, CA

National Weather Service Los Angeles, CA

Coastal Flood Warning

High Surf Warning

Gale Warning

Winter Weather Advisory

Coastal Flood Advisory

Small Craft Advisory

Hazardous Seas Warning

High Surf Warning 4 PM Sunday through Noon Tuesday

Dangerous, Life Threatening Surf/Beach Conditions

A High Surf Warning is in effect from 4 PM Sunday to noon Tuesday for all Pacific Coast beaches. Expect large westerly swell with breaking waves of 30 to 35 feet, including breakers near 40 feet at favored spots such as Mavericks. These waves will bring life-threatening conditions to the bays, ocean, and beaches this upcoming week. Never turn your back on the ocean!

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Fresh Snow and Temperature Outlook Ahead of Christmas Day

NWS Forecast Office San Francisco, CA

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