Modesto weather forecast calls for rain and lower temperatures. When will showers begin?
Rain is coming to the Modesto region, along with a significant drop in temperatures, according to the National Weather Service.
“With this next system, we’re expecting temperatures to cool to below normal, starting early next week!” the weather agency said on X, formerly called Twitter.
The weather is expected to start shifting this weekend, with “increasing cloud clover and (a) chance for light precipitation” forecast for Sunday, the weather service said.
Here’s what’s in store for Modesto:
What’s in the weather forecast for Modesto?
The latest weather forecast for Modesto shows cloudy skies on Friday, with a high temperature near 79 degrees and a low temperature around 52 degrees. Light winds at about 5 mph are expected later this evening.
On Saturday, the forecast shows mostly sunny skies, with continuous winds around 6 mph. The high will be around 78 degrees and the low will near 59 degrees.
Rain clouds will begin rolling in on Sunday.
When will it rain in Modesto?
On Sunday, there is a 20% chance of rain, with a high near 75 degrees and a low around 53. Winds are expected to sweep in speeds around 3 mph to 8 mph.
Skies are forecast to be mostly sunny on Monday, with a 20% chance of rain. The high will near 68 degrees, and the low will be around 52.
Tuesday’s high will be near 67. The low will be around 47.
On Wednesday, there is a forecast high near 68 and a low around 50.
Thursday will see “a slight chance of showers,” the weather agency said.
How can I prepare for rain in Modesto?
To prepare for rain, the weather agency said residents should:
- Clear leaves from storm drains.
- Clean out gutters.
- Check windshield wipers.
- Have an umbrella and rain gear ready.