Introduction to Hurricane Priscilla
Moisture from what remains of Hurricane Priscilla in the Pacific will bring a chance of rain and isolated thunderstorms Thursday and Friday in Southern California.
Expected Weather Conditions
Scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms are most likely Thursday inland and in the mountains. Lingering showers are in the forecast Friday for mountain and desert communities.
The best chance of rain will be in the Inland Empire, San Bernardino and Riverside county mountains, and the high desert. Most of the region will remain dry with only .10 to .25 inches of rain expected.
Weekend Forecast
The weekend forecast looks cool and dry with highs below normal and a slight chance of a mountain shower on Saturday.
Current Status of Tropical Storms
In the Pacific, Tropical Storm Priscilla was centered about 165 miles west-southwest of the southern part of Baja California and moving north-northwest at 8 mph with maximum sustained winds of about 45 mph. Priscilla had approached major hurricane status Tuesday before weakening to a tropical storm on Wednesday.
The storm is expected to move into the southwestern U.S. as it weakens further and flood watches have been issued for parts of Arizona, California and Nevada.
Other Tropical Storms
Tropical Storm Raymond was forecast to remain off the southwestern coast of Mexico through Friday before nearing Baja California Sur on Saturday and Sunday. The hurricane center said the storm would strengthen by Friday before weakening over the weekend.
A tropical storm watch associated with Raymond was issued from Zihuatanejo to Cabo Corrientes, Mexico.
The former tropical storm Octave dissipated Thursday about 360 miles off the southern tip of Baja California, the hurricane center said.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the remnants of Hurricane Priscilla are expected to bring rain and isolated thunderstorms to Southern California, particularly in the mountains and deserts. The region can expect a cool and dry weekend with a slight chance of mountain showers. It is essential for residents to stay updated with the latest weather forecasts and warnings to prepare for any potential weather conditions.
FAQs
What areas are most likely to experience rain and thunderstorms?
The Inland Empire, San Bernardino and Riverside county mountains, and the high desert are most likely to experience rain and thunderstorms.
How much rain is expected in the region?
Most of the region will remain dry with only .10 to .25 inches of rain expected.
What is the current status of Tropical Storm Priscilla?
Tropical Storm Priscilla is centered about 165 miles west-southwest of the southern part of Baja California and moving north-northwest at 8 mph with maximum sustained winds of about 45 mph.
Are there any other tropical storms in the Pacific?
Yes, Tropical Storm Raymond is forecast to remain off the southwestern coast of Mexico through Friday before nearing Baja California Sur on Saturday and Sunday.
