Rain is on its way to Modesto area. Here’s when to expect showers and cooler temperatures
Modesto is about to see its first rainfall of the reason.
That’s according to the latest forecast from the National Weather Service, which says an “active weather pattern” will start Sunday, bringing scattered rain showers, thunderstorms, gusty winds and cooler temperatures throughout the region.
“This pattern change will start to feel like fall!” the weather agency said on X.
As of Friday, Sept. 13, Modesto had yet to receive any measurable precipitation this rain season, which began July 1, according to the Modesto Irrigation District.
Here’s what to expect in Modesto:
What’s in the forecast for Modesto?
Rain could arrive in Modesto as early as this weekend, according to the weather service’s seven-day forecast.
Friday’s forecast calls for sunny skies, with a high temperature near 91 degrees and a low temperature around 63 degrees. Winds were expected to pick up in the afternoon, sweeping through the region at around 5 to 6 mph.
On Saturday, the high will be near 92, while the low will be around 62.
Light winds, which could reach speeds of up to 6 mph, are expected in the evening.
When might the rain start?
Sunday’s forecast shows cloudy skies, with a 20% chance of rain showers in the evening.
The high will be near 81 and the low around 58. Winds could reach speeds of up to 8 mph in the afternoon.
On Monday, there is a 30% chance of showers, with a high near 70 and a low around 57.
Tuesday’s forecast shows a high near 78, with an overnight low around 62.
There is a “slight chance of showers” on Wednesday, the weather service said.
That day, Modesto will see a high near 76 and a low around 60.
Is this the end for hot weather for Modesto?
The weather forecast for Modesto is “definitely looking a little more fall-ish,” National Weather Service meteorologist Bill Rasch told The Modesto Bee via phone on Monday, Sept. 9.
However, he added, “That isn’t to say we won’t experience another warm-up again.”
When is the first day of fall?
The official first day of fall — also known as the autumn equinox — is on Sunday, Sept. 22.
The season will last until winter makes its arrival on Saturday, Dec. 21.
This story was originally published September 13, 2024 at 10:23 AM with the headline "Rain is on its way to Modesto area. Here’s when to expect showers and cooler temperatures."
