Southern California is currently witnessing a meteorological spectacle as a robust atmospheric river system brings substantial rainfall to the region. Cities including Los Angeles are experiencing a remarkable beginning to the year with respect to precipitation levels.
As of Monday evening PST, since the start of the year, the local weather station has recorded a significant increase in rainfall, tallying up to 10.72 inches. This considerable accumulation represents approximately 75% of the annual average rainfall for the area.
In terms of historical averages, downtown Los Angeles generally receives about 14.25 inches of rain throughout the entire year. The current figures project a stark contrast to these averages, demonstrating the intensity of the recent weather patterns.
The ongoing downpour continues to affect Southern California, compelling the Weather Prediction Center (WPC) to react. The WPC has designated a “slight risk” for excessive rainfall, equivalent to a level 2 out of 4 severity, encompassing downtown Los Angeles for Tuesday.
Furthermore, the WPC has extended its cautionary stance, predicting a “marginal risk” for extreme rainfall across parts of Southern California for Wednesday. This warning corresponds to a level 1 out of 4 in the severity scale.
Residents and authorities in Southern California are advised to stay updated with the latest weather forecasts and take necessary precautions. The exceptional start to the year’s rainfall indicates the potential for impactful weather conditions in the days ahead.
