‘Major’ storm is on its way to Modesto area. When will it begin, how long will it last?
Time to pull out your umbrellas and rain boots again, Modesto. The rain isn’t over quite yet.
After a few days of mostly sunny skies, a “major” storm is making its way to the Modesto region, according to the National Weather Service.
The storm is “expected to bring extremely heavy mountain snow, foothill snow, strong winds (and) widespread rain” later this week and into the weekend, the weather service announced on social media platforms.
From Thursday to Sunday, most of Northern California, including Modesto, will be impacted by the storm.
On Friday, the region will see “extreme impact,” with moderate to heavy rain and strong winds ranging from 30 to 50 mph.
“Be prepared for slick travel conditions and ponding of water on roadways,” the weather service said.
What’s in the forecast for Modesto?
According to the weather service’s forecast for Modesto, Wednesday will see a mostly clear sky and temperatures ranging from 44 to 67 degrees. A light wind of up to 7 mph is predicted.
Thursday brings an 80% chance of precipitation. Showers likely will begin after 4 p.m. and winds will be around 6 to 14 mph, with gusts up to 21 mph. Temperatures will range from a low of about 50 degrees to a high around 64.
Friday’s forecast shows an 80% chance of rain, and possible thunderstorms after 10 a.m. The high will be near 59 degrees and the low will be around 46.
Showers are expected on Saturday mainly before 10 p.m. with a high near 54 degrees and a low around 40.
A chance of showers is in the forecast for Sunday, which otherwise should bring a mostly sunny sky. Temperatures will range from a high near 55 degrees and a low around 36.
