California – Rain drums steadily on rooftops along the North Coast this morning, filling gutters and sending water rushing toward already swollen creeks. Saturated ground leaves little room for error as another wet push keeps flooding concerns high before winter conditions flip quickly heading into the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Eureka, a Flood Watch remains in effect through this evening for Del Norte, Humboldt, Trinity, Mendocino, and Lake counties. Several more rounds of rain are expected, with additional totals of 3 to 6 inches possible, and locally higher amounts in favored terrain. Runoff may trigger flooding of rivers, streams, urban streets, and low-lying areas.
In and around Eureka, rain-soaked roads along U.S. 101 remain slick, with ponding possible during heavier bursts. Reduced visibility and gusty winds add stress to holiday travel. Emergency officials urge drivers to avoid flooded roadways and remain alert near creeks and hillsides, especially in areas with poor drainage.
Conditions begin to turn later today as rainfall tapers. Saturday brings a noticeable break, with clouds thinning and brighter skies developing. That improvement helps weekend travel, but colder air settles in quickly behind the departing storm. By Saturday night, temperatures dip into the mid-30s, allowing patchy frost to form in sheltered spots.
Sunday stays mostly sunny and cool, setting the tone for quieter end-of-year travel. Looking ahead, meteorologists are tracking another chance of rain by Wednesday, December 31. Temperatures remain cool but above freezing during the day, with chilly nights lingering as 2026 approaches.
Plan extra time this morning, watch for rising water, and prepare for colder nights after the rain ends. Seeing flooding or slick roads where you live? Share what conditions look like near you.
Five-Day Outlook for Eureka, California
- Today: Widespread rain; highs near 53. Flooding risk continues through evening.
- Saturday: Showers early, then clearing; highs near 50.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny; highs near 53, cold morning lows near 39.
- Monday: Sunny; highs near 55, calm travel conditions.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny; highs near 56, watching midweek rain chances near New Year’s Eve.
