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Your SoCal Weather Report For Tuesday, Jan. 2: SoCal To Get Rain And Snow This Week

The National Weather Service says a series of storm systems will bring colder temperatures and some rain, as the week progresses.
Temperatures across the Southland will range in the 60s today, with lows in the 50's tonight. Tomorrow highs will range in the 50's, with lows in the 40's
A series of storm systems will bring mountain snow, rain, gusty winds, and possible thunderstorms this week. Mountain road delays or closures are possible, including #Interstate5 near the Tejon Pass / #Grapevine. #larain #cawx pic.twitter.com/FOz2dtuuks
— NWS Los Angeles (@NWSLosAngeles) January 1, 2024
Winter weather advisory
Winter weather advisories are being issued for the Los Angeles, Ventura, Riverside, and San Bernardino mountains. The advisory also applies to the 14 Freeway corridor.
Meteorologist Andrew Rorke said snow levels are expected to be as low as 4,000 to 5,000 feet, which could affect the 5 Freeway through the Tejon pass and the 15 through the Cajon pass.
"Through resort areas we would urge people to definitely call ahead to make sure that roads are open," Rorke added. "People traveling to and from Vegas should be concerned Wednesday night and Thursday morning, as both the higher passes through the mountains could see some snow."
What about the rain?
Showers are expected to begin late Tuesday. Rain will roll through the area after sunrise Wednesday until around noon.
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