Hanford, CA – Residents across central California may see measurable rainfall this week as a low-pressure system approaches from the Pacific, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Hanford.
Forecasters said Sunday that chances for at least one-quarter inch of rain have increased for the 24-hour period ending Wednesday, September 24, at 5 p.m. Most of the region faces a 10 to 30 percent chance of rainfall, but certain areas could see probabilities nearing 50 percent.
According to the NWS, localized hotspots include Coalinga (46%), Tehachapi (43%), Havilah (42%), and Firebaugh/Tranquility (36%). Broader parts of the San Joaquin Valley, including Fresno (24%) and Merced (34%), also face increased rain potential.
Meteorologists noted that while the system is still developing offshore, confidence is growing that central California will experience its first significant rainfall event of the fall. Travel along Interstate 5 near Coalinga and Highway 58 through Tehachapi may be impacted by wet conditions.
The weather service emphasized that rainfall amounts remain uncertain, but residents should be prepared for wet roads and possible localized delays.
This marks a notable shift toward cooler, wetter weather patterns for the region after weeks of warm and dry conditions.
