California — Low clouds press against the redwoods this morning, trapping the coastal chill and laying a thin glaze of moisture across Eureka’s quiet streets. The air feels heavy and still, a classic November setup that often signals wetter weather building just offshore. Subtle brightening near the horizon hints at brief sun today, but a stronger push of Pacific moisture gathers to the west.
Residents should prepare for shifting conditions as we move toward Sunday and Monday. Today stays mostly calm, but wet pavement, patchy coastal fog, and filtered sun may still slow early holiday errands along U.S. 101. Anyone traveling north toward Crescent City or south toward Mendocino should watch for sudden fog pockets forming near river valleys. Slower speeds and wider spacing help keep traffic moving safely.
Models hint at a developing Winter Tease within the broader West Coast pattern, not in the form of snow this time but with a cooler northwest flow arriving behind Monday’s system. To be fair, Eureka rarely sees early-season flakes, yet colder nights later next week could brush inland valleys with a small frost risk. Gardeners should monitor updates as Thanksgiving approaches.
Rain becomes the main story Sunday. A steady onshore push brings widespread showers through the afternoon, delivering moderate rainfall at times. Winds increase slightly from the south and may gust near 15 mph along exposed beaches. That breeze lifts the waves and sends extra spray across coastal roads.
Monday continues the wet trend. Rain likely persists through midday before tapering to scattered showers, leaving roads slick and visibility reduced. Travelers heading inland toward Redding should expect wetter mountain stretches and slower travel.
Clearer breaks return Tuesday, but clouds rebuild Wednesday with more showers possible by Thursday.
Five-Day Outlook for Eureka, CA
Sat: 60/44 – Mostly sunny; light fog patches late.
Sun: 58/49 – Rain; breezy at times.
Mon: 57/45 – Rain likely; cool.
Tue: 55/43 – Partly sunny; calm.
Wed: 58/47 – Rain late; unsettled.
