Bay Area Faces Final Storm Before Spring Brings Warmth

A strong storm system brings rain, wind, and hail to the region, with calmer weather expected later in the week.

The Bay Area is experiencing a final significant storm system, with heavy rain, gusty winds, and a chance of thunderstorms on Monday.
Wind advisories are in effect, with gusts reaching up to 50 mph in the Bay Area and over 100 mph in Sierra ridgetops, causing potential hazards such as downed trees and difficult driving conditions.
Rainfall totals range from a quarter-inch to 1 inch across most of the Bay Area, while coastal mountain ranges in the North Bay could see up to 4 inches of rain.
Snowfall in the Sierra has been substantial, with up to 2 feet of snow at higher elevations and another 2 to 4 feet expected by Monday afternoon, bolstering the snowpack for the season.
After this storm, two weaker systems are expected later this week, followed by a sunny and warm start to spring over the weekend.