Winter Storm Warning
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Hanford CA
225 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
CAZ323-326>328-020630-
/O.UPG.KHNX.WW.Y.0001.260103T0900Z-260104T2100Z/
/O.NEW.KHNX.WS.W.0001.260103T0900Z-260105T1800Z/
Yosemite NP outside of the valley-Upper San Joaquin River-Kaiser
to Rodgers Ridge-Kings Canyon NP-
Including the cities of Florence Lake, Lake Wishon, Huntington
Lake, Wawona, Shaver Lake, Lake Thomas Edison, Tuolumne Meadows,
Cedar Grove, and Devils Postpile
225 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SATURDAY TO 10 AM PST
MONDAY...
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and
18 inches between 6,000 and 7,000 feet. 3 to 5 feet of accumulated
snowfall above 8,000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Kaiser to Rodgers Ridge, Kings Canyon NP, Upper San
Joaquin River, and Yosemite NP outside of the valley.
* WHEN...From 1 AM Saturday to 10 AM PST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The
hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute.
Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden
changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the
motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your
destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially
cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is
winterized and in good working order.
&&
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sacramento CA
114 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
CAZ068-069-030015-
/O.UPG.KSTO.WS.A.0010.260103T0000Z-260104T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KSTO.WS.W.0001.260103T0600Z-260106T0000Z/
Western Plumas County/Lassen Park-West Slope Northern Sierra
Nevada-
Including the cities of Quincy, Chester, and Blue Canyon
114 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM FRIDAY TO 4 PM PST
MONDAY ABOVE 5000 FEET...
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 5000 feet. Total snow
accumulations of 6 to 12 inches above 5000 feet, with 2 to 4 feet
above 6000 feet. Locally higher amounts at highest peaks. Winds
gusting as high as 55 mph.
* WHERE...West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada and Western Plumas
County/Lassen Park above 5000 feet.
* WHEN...From 10 PM Friday to 4 PM PST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The
hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening through
Monday morning commutes. Strong winds could cause tree damage.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels 6500-7500 feet Friday night into
Saturday morning, lowering to 5000 to 6000 feet Saturday afternoon
into Sunday, and further to around 4500 to 5500 feet by early
Monday morning. Heaviest snow expected on Sunday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Check the latest road conditions from Caltrans online at
quickmap.dot.ca.gov or dial 5 1 1.
&&
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For more information, visit us at www.weather.gov/sto/
IDS
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
1216 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
CAZ072-NVZ002-022115-
/O.EXP.KREV.WW.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260101T2000Z/
/O.UPG.KREV.WS.A.0013.260103T0000Z-260104T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KREV.WS.W.0001.260103T0800Z-260105T1800Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of Truckee, Incline Village, Stateline,
Tahoe City, Glenbrook, Markleeville, and South Lake Tahoe
1216 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 12 AM PST SATURDAY TO 10 AM
PST MONDAY...
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations of 1 to 3 feet above 7000
feet with 4 to 10 inches at lake level. Ridgetop winds gusting to
over 100 mph at times. Wind gusts of 40 mph and wave heights of 1
to 3 feet on Lake Tahoe.
* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area.
* WHEN...From 12 AM PST Saturday to 10 AM PST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The
hazardous conditions will impact weekend travel in and across the
Sierra. Strong winds could cause damage to trees and power lines.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
1216 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
CAZ073-022115-
/O.EXP.KREV.WW.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260101T2000Z/
/O.UPG.KREV.WS.A.0013.260103T0000Z-260104T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KREV.WS.W.0001.260103T0800Z-260105T1800Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Lee Vining, Coleville, Bridgeport, and
Mammoth Lakes
1216 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 12 AM PST SATURDAY TO 10 AM
PST MONDAY...
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations of 1 to 3 feet above 8000
feet with up to 4 feet locally on highest peaks. 1 to 4 inches for
communities along Highway 395. Ridgetop winds gusting over 100 mph
at times.
* WHERE...Mono County.
* WHEN...From 12 AM PST Saturday to 10 AM PST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The
hazardous conditions will impact weekend travel in and across the
Sierra. Strong winds could cause damage to trees and power lines.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...For this afternoon...snow will continue to
taper off, but light snow showers in Mono County may result in
additional travel impacts.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
&&
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High Wind Warning
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
246 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
CAZ104-020700-
/O.CON.KEKA.HW.W.0001.260102T1500Z-260104T1500Z/
Southwestern Humboldt-
Including Honeydew, Ettersburg, Whitethorn, Shelter Cove, Petrolia,
and Briceland
246 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM FRIDAY TO 7 AM PST
SUNDAY...
* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected.
* WHERE...Southwestern Humboldt around Cape Mendocino.
* WHEN...From 7 AM Friday to 7 AM PST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Wind gusts will be
particularly strong along windward ridges and exposed coastal
headlands. There is an increased risk of tree branches and other
debris on roadways.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.
&&
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Gale Warning
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
PZZ540-020645-
/O.EXT.KMTR.SC.Y.0223.000000T0000Z-260102T1700Z/
/O.CAN.KMTR.SC.Y.0001.260102T1100Z-260102T1700Z/
/O.CON.KMTR.GL.W.0051.260102T1700Z-260103T1100Z/
Coastal Waters from Point Arena to Point Reyes California out to
10 NM-
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 15 to 25 kt
with gusts up to 35 kt. For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 20
to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Point Arena to Point Reyes
California out to 10 NM.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 9 AM PST Friday.
For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM Friday to 3 AM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.
&&
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URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
PZZ545-020645-
/O.EXT.KMTR.SC.Y.0001.260101T2243Z-260102T1700Z/
/O.CON.KMTR.GL.W.0001.260102T1700Z-260103T1100Z/
Coastal Waters from Point Reyes to Pigeon Point California out to
10 NM-
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt
with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 25
to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Point Reyes to Pigeon Point
California out to 10 NM.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 9 AM PST Friday.
For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM Friday to 3 AM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.
&&
$$
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
PZZ560-020645-
/O.CON.KMTR.SC.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-260102T1700Z/
/O.CON.KMTR.GL.W.0051.260102T1700Z-260103T1100Z/
Coastal Waters from Pigeon Point to Point Pinos California out to
10 NM-
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt
with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 25
to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Pigeon Point to Point Pinos
California out to 10 NM.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 9 AM PST Friday.
For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM Friday to 3 AM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.
&&
$$
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
PZZ570-020645-
/O.CON.KMTR.SC.Y.0223.000000T0000Z-260102T1100Z/
/O.CON.KMTR.GL.W.0001.260102T1100Z-260103T1100Z/
Waters from Point Arena to Point Reyes 10-60 NM-
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt.
For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up
to 45 kt and seas 11 to 16 ft expected.
* WHERE...Waters from Point Arena to Point Reyes 10-60 NM.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 3 AM PST Friday.
For the Gale Warning, from 3 AM Friday to 3 AM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.
&&
$$
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
PZZ571-020645-
/O.CON.KMTR.SC.Y.0223.000000T0000Z-260102T1100Z/
/O.CON.KMTR.GL.W.0001.260102T1100Z-260103T1100Z/
Waters from Point Reyes to Pigeon Point 10-60 NM-
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt.
For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up
to 45 kt and seas 10 to 14 ft expected.
* WHERE...Waters from Point Reyes to Pigeon Point 10-60 NM.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 3 AM PST Friday.
For the Gale Warning, from 3 AM Friday to 3 AM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.
&&
$$
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
PZZ575-020645-
/O.EXT.KMTR.SC.Y.0001.260101T2243Z-260102T1700Z/
/O.CON.KMTR.GL.W.0001.260102T1700Z-260103T1100Z/
Waters from Pigeon Point to Point Pinos 10-60 NM-
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt
with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, south winds 25 to
30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 10 to 14 ft expected.
* WHERE...Waters from Pigeon Point to Point Pinos 10-60 NM.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 9 AM PST Friday.
For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM Friday to 3 AM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.
&&
$$
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
211 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
PZZ450-020615-
/O.EXT.KEKA.SC.Y.0145.260101T2211Z-260103T0600Z/
/O.EXB.KEKA.GL.W.0001.260103T0600Z-260104T0700Z/
/O.UPG.KEKA.GL.A.0001.260103T1000Z-260104T0700Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
211 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM FRIDAY TO 11 PM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, south winds 25 to 35 kt with
gusts up to 45 kt and seas 8 to 13 feet expected. For the
Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to
40 kt and seas 6 to 9 feet.
* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 10 PM Friday to 11 PM PST
Saturday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM PST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.
&&
$$
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
211 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
PZZ455-020615-
/O.EXT.KEKA.SC.Y.0145.260101T2211Z-260102T1400Z/
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0001.260102T1400Z-260103T1200Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
211 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM FRIDAY TO 4 AM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 20 to 30 kt with
gusts up to 45 kt and seas 10 to 15 feet expected. For the
Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts
up to 35 kt and seas 6 to 8 feet.
* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 6 AM Friday to 4 AM PST
Saturday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 AM PST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.
&&
$$
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
211 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
PZZ470-020615-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0145.000000T0000Z-260102T1000Z/
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0001.260102T1000Z-260104T0700Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
211 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM FRIDAY TO 11 PM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, south winds 25 to 35 kt with
gusts up to 50 kt and seas 12 to 17 feet expected. For the
Small Craft Advisory, south winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to
30 kt and seas 6 to 8 feet.
* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 2 AM Friday to 11 PM PST
Saturday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 2 AM PST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.
&&
$$
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
211 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
PZZ475-020615-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0145.000000T0000Z-260102T1000Z/
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0001.260102T1000Z-260104T0700Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
211 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM FRIDAY TO 11 PM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, south winds 25 to 35 kt with
gusts up to 45 kt and seas 11 to 16 feet expected. For the
Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to
30 kt and seas 7 to 8 feet.
* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 2 AM Friday to 11 PM PST
Saturday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 2 AM PST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.
&&
$$
Offshore Waters Forecast
NWS Ocean Prediction Center Washington DC
123 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
California waters-
Inner waters from 60 nm to 150 nm offshore.
Outer waters from 150 nm to 250 nm offshore.
Seas given as significant wave height, which is the average
height of the highest 1/3 of the waves. Individual waves may be
more than twice the significant wave height.
PZZ825-020930-
Point Arena to Pigeon Point between 60 NM and 150 NM offshore-
123 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...GALE WARNING...
.TONIGHT...S to SW winds 15 to 20 kt, diminishing to 10 to
15 kt, then, becoming S 15 to 25 kt. Seas 7 to 8 ft.
.FRI...S to SE winds 20 to 30 kt, increasing to 30 to 40 kt.
Seas 9 to 15 ft.
.FRI NIGHT...S winds 25 to 35 kt, becoming 25 to 30 kt. Seas
12 to 15 ft. Chance of rain.
.SAT...S to SW winds 25 to 35 kt. Seas 12 to 18 ft. Scattered
showers and tstms.
.SAT NIGHT...SW winds 20 to 30 kt, diminishing to 15 to 20 kt.
Seas 13 to 19 ft.
.SUN...SW winds 10 to 15 kt, becoming W. Seas 12 to 15 ft.
.SUN NIGHT...W winds 10 to 15 kt, becoming SW 15 to 20 kt. Seas
10 to 12 ft.
.MON...W to SW winds 15 to 25 kt. Seas 9 to 12 ft.
.MON NIGHT...NW winds 10 to 15 kt, becoming N. Seas 11 to 13 ft.
.TUE...N to NW winds 5 to 15 kt. Seas 9 to 12 ft.
.TUE NIGHT...N to NW winds 5 to 15 kt, becoming W to SW. Seas
7 to 9 ft.
$$
Offshore Waters Forecast
NWS Ocean Prediction Center Washington DC
123 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
California waters-
Inner waters from 60 nm to 150 nm offshore.
Outer waters from 150 nm to 250 nm offshore.
Seas given as significant wave height, which is the average
height of the highest 1/3 of the waves. Individual waves may be
more than twice the significant wave height.
PZZ830-020930-
Pigeon Point to Point Piedras Blancas between 60 NM and 150 NM
offshore-
123 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...GALE WARNING...
.TONIGHT...S to SW winds 10 to 20 kt, becoming 10 to 15 kt,
then, becoming S 15 to 25 kt. Seas 6 to 8 ft.
.FRI...S winds 20 to 30 kt, increasing to 25 to 35 kt. Seas 8 to
13 ft.
.FRI NIGHT...S winds 25 to 35 kt, becoming S to SW 20 to 30 kt.
Seas 10 to 14 ft. Rain.
.SAT...S to SW winds 20 to 30 kt. Seas 10 to 15 ft.
.SAT NIGHT...SW winds 15 to 20 kt, becoming S to SW 10 to 15 kt.
Seas 11 to 16 ft.
.SUN...SW winds 10 to 20 kt, becoming W to SW 10 to 15 kt. Seas
12 to 14 ft.
.SUN NIGHT...W winds 10 to 15 kt, becoming SW 10 to 20 kt. Seas
10 to 12 ft.
.MON...SW winds 15 to 25 kt. Seas 9 to 12 ft.
.MON NIGHT...W winds 10 to 15 kt, becoming NW. Seas 10 to 13 ft.
.TUE...N winds 5 to 15 kt. Seas 10 to 12 ft.
.TUE NIGHT...N winds 5 to 15 kt, becoming NW 5 to 10 kt. Seas
8 to 10 ft.
$$
Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Francisco CA
120 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
CAZ006-505-506-508-509-529-530-021300-
/O.CON.KMTR.CF.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-260104T2200Z/
San Francisco-
Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes National Seashore-
North Bay Interior Valleys-San Francisco Bay Shoreline-
San Francisco Peninsula Coast-Northern Monterey Bay-
Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast-
120 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM PST
SUNDAY...
* WHAT...Up to 2.5 ft of inundation above ground level is
possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...San Francisco Bay and San Pablo Bay shoreline,
Monterey Bay shoreline, and the Pacific Coast.
* WHEN...Until 2 PM PST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only
isolated road closures expected.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high
tide is expected to be:
2.2 ft above normal (8.0 ft MLLW) at 9:34 AM Friday 1/2
2.5 ft above normal (8.3 ft MLLW) at 10:26 AM Saturday 1/3
1.8 ft above normal (7.6 ft MLLW) at 11:18 AM Sunday 1/4
These predictions include up to 1.3 feet of storm surge that
will enhance the astronomical tide and flooding threat.
High tide varies up to 90 minutes earlier or later along
the Pacific Coast and through the San Francisco Bay,
respectively.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
$$
Small Craft Advisory
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
PZZ530-020645-
/O.CON.KMTR.SC.Y.0223.260102T2300Z-260103T1100Z/
San Pablo Bay, Suisun Bay, the West Delta and the San Francisco
Bay north of the Bay Bridge-
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM FRIDAY TO
3 AM PST SATURDAY...
* WHAT...Southeast winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and
choppy waters expected.
* WHERE...San Pablo Bay, Suisun Bay, the West Delta and the San
Francisco Bay north of the Bay Bridge.
* WHEN...From 3 PM Friday to 3 AM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.
&&
$$
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
PZZ531-020645-
/O.CON.KMTR.SC.Y.0223.260102T1700Z-260103T1100Z/
San Francisco Bay South of the Bay Bridge-
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM FRIDAY TO
3 AM PST SATURDAY...
* WHAT...Southeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and
rough waters expected.
* WHERE...San Francisco Bay South of the Bay Bridge.
* WHEN...From 9 AM Friday to 3 AM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.
&&
$$
For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/sanfrancisco
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
PZZ540-020645-
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/O.CAN.KMTR.SC.Y.0001.260102T1100Z-260102T1700Z/
/O.CON.KMTR.GL.W.0051.260102T1700Z-260103T1100Z/
Coastal Waters from Point Arena to Point Reyes California out to
10 NM-
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 15 to 25 kt
with gusts up to 35 kt. For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 20
to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Point Arena to Point Reyes
California out to 10 NM.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 9 AM PST Friday.
For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM Friday to 3 AM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.
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URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
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/O.EXT.KMTR.SC.Y.0001.260101T2243Z-260102T1700Z/
/O.CON.KMTR.GL.W.0001.260102T1700Z-260103T1100Z/
Coastal Waters from Point Reyes to Pigeon Point California out to
10 NM-
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt
with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 25
to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Point Reyes to Pigeon Point
California out to 10 NM.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 9 AM PST Friday.
For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM Friday to 3 AM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.
&&
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URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
PZZ560-020645-
/O.CON.KMTR.SC.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-260102T1700Z/
/O.CON.KMTR.GL.W.0051.260102T1700Z-260103T1100Z/
Coastal Waters from Pigeon Point to Point Pinos California out to
10 NM-
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt
with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 25
to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Pigeon Point to Point Pinos
California out to 10 NM.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 9 AM PST Friday.
For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM Friday to 3 AM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.
&&
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URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
PZZ570-020645-
/O.CON.KMTR.SC.Y.0223.000000T0000Z-260102T1100Z/
/O.CON.KMTR.GL.W.0001.260102T1100Z-260103T1100Z/
Waters from Point Arena to Point Reyes 10-60 NM-
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt.
For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up
to 45 kt and seas 11 to 16 ft expected.
* WHERE...Waters from Point Arena to Point Reyes 10-60 NM.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 3 AM PST Friday.
For the Gale Warning, from 3 AM Friday to 3 AM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.
&&
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URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
PZZ571-020645-
/O.CON.KMTR.SC.Y.0223.000000T0000Z-260102T1100Z/
/O.CON.KMTR.GL.W.0001.260102T1100Z-260103T1100Z/
Waters from Point Reyes to Pigeon Point 10-60 NM-
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt.
For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up
to 45 kt and seas 10 to 14 ft expected.
* WHERE...Waters from Point Reyes to Pigeon Point 10-60 NM.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 3 AM PST Friday.
For the Gale Warning, from 3 AM Friday to 3 AM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.
&&
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URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
PZZ575-020645-
/O.EXT.KMTR.SC.Y.0001.260101T2243Z-260102T1700Z/
/O.CON.KMTR.GL.W.0001.260102T1700Z-260103T1100Z/
Waters from Pigeon Point to Point Pinos 10-60 NM-
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt
with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, south winds 25 to
30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 10 to 14 ft expected.
* WHERE...Waters from Pigeon Point to Point Pinos 10-60 NM.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 9 AM PST Friday.
For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM Friday to 3 AM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.
&&
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URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
211 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
PZZ450-020615-
/O.EXT.KEKA.SC.Y.0145.260101T2211Z-260103T0600Z/
/O.EXB.KEKA.GL.W.0001.260103T0600Z-260104T0700Z/
/O.UPG.KEKA.GL.A.0001.260103T1000Z-260104T0700Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
211 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM FRIDAY TO 11 PM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, south winds 25 to 35 kt with
gusts up to 45 kt and seas 8 to 13 feet expected. For the
Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to
40 kt and seas 6 to 9 feet.
* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 10 PM Friday to 11 PM PST
Saturday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM PST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.
&&
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URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
211 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
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/O.EXT.KEKA.SC.Y.0145.260101T2211Z-260102T1400Z/
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0001.260102T1400Z-260103T1200Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
211 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM FRIDAY TO 4 AM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 20 to 30 kt with
gusts up to 45 kt and seas 10 to 15 feet expected. For the
Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts
up to 35 kt and seas 6 to 8 feet.
* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 6 AM Friday to 4 AM PST
Saturday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 AM PST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.
&&
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URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
211 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
PZZ470-020615-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0145.000000T0000Z-260102T1000Z/
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0001.260102T1000Z-260104T0700Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
211 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM FRIDAY TO 11 PM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, south winds 25 to 35 kt with
gusts up to 50 kt and seas 12 to 17 feet expected. For the
Small Craft Advisory, south winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to
30 kt and seas 6 to 8 feet.
* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 2 AM Friday to 11 PM PST
Saturday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 2 AM PST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.
&&
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URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
211 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
PZZ475-020615-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0145.000000T0000Z-260102T1000Z/
/O.CON.KEKA.GL.W.0001.260102T1000Z-260104T0700Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
211 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM FRIDAY TO 11 PM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, south winds 25 to 35 kt with
gusts up to 45 kt and seas 11 to 16 feet expected. For the
Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to
30 kt and seas 7 to 8 feet.
* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 2 AM Friday to 11 PM PST
Saturday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 2 AM PST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.
&&
$$
Wind Advisory
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
246 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
CAZ103-109-020700-
/O.CON.KEKA.WI.Y.0028.260102T2100Z-260104T0600Z/
Northern Humboldt Coast-Mendocino Coast-
Including Arcata, Rockport, Fieldbrook, Eureka, Fortuna, Trinidad,
Samoa, Fort Bragg, Point Arena, Fernbridge, Ferndale, and
McKinleyville
246 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM FRIDAY TO 10 PM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.
Locally strongest over the higher terrain.
* WHERE...Mendocino Coast and Northern Humboldt Coast.
* WHEN...From 1 PM Friday to 10 PM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Wind gusts will be particularly strong along windward
ridges.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
246 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
CAZ105-106-020700-
/O.CON.KEKA.WI.Y.0028.260102T2100Z-260104T0600Z/
Northern Humboldt Interior-Southern Humboldt Interior-
Including Hoopa, Weitchpec, Orleans, Kneeland, Bull Creek, Benbow,
Bridgeville, Garberville, Shively, Dinsmore, Pepperwood, Alderpoint,
and Willow Creek
246 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM FRIDAY TO 10 PM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.
Locally strongest over the higher terrain.
* WHERE...Humboldt Interior.
* WHEN...From 1 PM Friday to 10 PM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Wind gusts will be particularly strong along windward
ridges.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
246 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
CAZ110-112-020700-
/O.CON.KEKA.WI.Y.0028.260102T2100Z-260104T0600Z/
Northwestern Mendocino Interior-Southwestern Mendocino Interior-
Including Laytonville, Yorkville, Legget, Willits, Comptche, Potter
Valley, Philo, and Boonville
246 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM FRIDAY TO 10 PM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.
Locally strongest over the higher terrain.
* WHERE...Western Mendocino Interior.
* WHEN...From 1 PM Friday to 10 PM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Wind gusts will be particularly strong along windward
ridges.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
246 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
CAZ113>115-020700-
/O.CON.KEKA.WI.Y.0028.260102T2100Z-260104T0000Z/
Southeastern Mendocino Interior-Northern Lake-Southern Lake-
Including Hidden Valley Lake, Calpella, Redwood Valley, Lakeport,
Knobcone Camp, Middletown, Hopland, Clearlake, Clearlake Park,
Finley, Ukiah, Gravelly Valley Airport, and Talmage
246 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM FRIDAY TO 4 PM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
* WHERE...Lake County, and Southeastern Mendocino Interior.
* WHEN...From 1 PM Friday to 4 PM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Wind gusts will be particularly strong along windward
ridges. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs
could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Secure outdoor objects.
&&
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For hazard areas see https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=eka
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco CA
116 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
CAZ006-502>505-509-512-515>518-528>530-020615-
/O.CON.KMTR.WI.Y.0001.260102T2100Z-260103T2100Z/
San Francisco-Marin Coastal Range-Sonoma Coastal Range-North Bay
Interior Mountains-Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes
National Seashore-San Francisco Peninsula Coast-Santa Cruz
Mountains-East Bay Hills-Southern Salinas Valley/Arroyo Seco and
Lake San Antonio-Santa Lucia Mountains and Los Padres National
Forest-Mountains of San Benito County And Interior Monterey
County including Pinnacles National Park-Northern Salinas
Valley/Hollister Valley and Carmel Valley-Northern Monterey Bay-
Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast-
116 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM FRIDAY TO 1 PM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.
* WHERE...The Central Coast, The Salinas and Carmel Valleys and
Hollister Area, The Marin Hills, Western Sonoma County Hills, The
Santa Cruz Mountains, San Francisco, North Bay Interior Mountains,
Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes National Seashore, San
Francisco Peninsula Coast, and East Bay Hills.
* WHEN...From 1 PM Friday to 1 PM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
$$
RGass
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sacramento CA
1225 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
CAZ015-016-066-030000-
/O.NEW.KSTO.WI.Y.0001.260103T0600Z-260104T1200Z/
Northern Sacramento Valley-Central Sacramento Valley-Northeast
Foothills/Sacramento Valley-
Including the cities of Marysville/Yuba City, Paradise, Oroville,
Chico, Red Bluff, and Redding
1225 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM FRIDAY TO 4 AM PST SUNDAY...
* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts 35 to 45 mph expected.
* WHERE...Northern / Central Sacramento Valley and Northeast
Foothills.
* WHEN...From 10 PM Friday to 4 AM PST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and
winter decorations. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power
outages may result.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds are generally expected from
Chico northward.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
$$
For more information, visit us at www.weather.gov/sto/
IDS
Winter Storm Watch
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
1142 AM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
CAZ080-082-083-020345-
/O.EXT.KMFR.WS.A.0008.260104T0000Z-260105T0600Z/
Western Siskiyou County-South Central Siskiyou County-North
Central and Southeast Siskiyou County-
Including the following locations...Pondosa, Dunsmuir, Mount
Shasta, Scott Bar, Bray, Somes Bar, Greenview, Happy Camp, Etna,
Tennant, Fort Jones, McCloud, and Callahan
1142 AM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...WINTER STORM WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
SUNDAY EVENING ABOVE 5000 FEET...
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible Above 5000 Feet. Total snow
accumulations up 1 to 2 feet possible. Winds could gust as high as
50 mph over high and exposed terrain.
* WHERE...North Central and Southeast Siskiyou County, South Central
Siskiyou County, and Western Siskiyou County at elevations above
5000 feet. Snow levels around 6000 feet on Saturday will fall to
between 5000 to 5500 feet by Saturday evening and night, then down
to 5000 feet Sunday.
This includes the following passes or notable locations...
Etna Summit on Sawyers Bar Rd at 5950 ft.
Mt. Shasta ski park highway at 5462 ft.
Bunny Flat on Everitt Memorial highway at 6900 ft.
Grass Lake at Mt. Hebron at 5291 ft.
* WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through Sunday evening.
* IMPACTS...Travel may be very difficult to impossible. Gusty winds
could bring down tree branches.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will be heaviest Saturday evening
through Sunday morning.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
&&
$$
CC
Flood Watch
Flood Watch
National Weather Service Eureka CA
229 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
CAZ103>106-108>115-020630-
/O.CON.KEKA.FA.A.0011.260103T0000Z-260105T0600Z/
/00000.0.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Northern Humboldt Coast-Southwestern Humboldt-Northern Humboldt
Interior-Southern Humboldt Interior-Southern Trinity-Mendocino
Coast-Northwestern Mendocino Interior-Northeastern Mendocino
Interior-Southwestern Mendocino Interior-Southeastern Mendocino
Interior-Northern Lake-Southern Lake-
229 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY
EVENING...
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.
* WHERE...A portion of northwest California, including the following
areas, Mendocino Coast, Northeastern Mendocino Interior, Northern
Humboldt Coast, Northern Humboldt Interior, Northern Lake,
Northwestern Mendocino Interior, Southeastern Mendocino Interior,
Southern Humboldt Interior, Southern Lake, Southern Trinity,
Southwestern Humboldt and Southwestern Mendocino Interior.
* WHEN...From Friday afternoon through Sunday evening.
* IMPACTS...There will be an increased risk of rock and land slides
along roadways. Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur
in poor drainage and urban areas. Storm drains and ditches may
become clogged with debris.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Widespread moderate to heavy rain from two consecutive strong
weather systems will produce 2-4 inches of rainfall Friday
afternoon through late Sunday.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.
&&
$$
Flood Watch
National Weather Service Reno NV
209 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
.Periods of moderate to heavy rain may fall this weekend over a
decent snowpack from the Christmas storm system. Rain/snow
elevations will be initially around 6500 to 7000 feet Saturday,
increasing runoff as the snow melts. Flows in rivers may increase
quickly and approach flood levels. Rain/snow elevations are forecast
to drop below 6000 feet Sunday into Monday.
CAZ071-030030-
/O.CON.KREV.FA.A.0001.260103T1800Z-260106T0000Z/
/00000.0.RS.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties-
Including the cities of Sierraville, Loyalton, Portola, Westwood,
and Susanville
209 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
MONDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt continues to be
possible.
* WHERE...A portion of northeast California, including the following
area, Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties, including the
Susan River near Susanville, and the Middle Fork Feather River
near Portola.
* WHEN...From Saturday morning through Monday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur
in poor drainage and urban areas. Rockfalls are also possible in
areas of steep terrain. The Susan River is currently forecast to
reach action stage by Saturday afternoon, and the Middle Fork
Feather River is currently forecast to reach action stage by
Monday afternoon. However, greater than expected rainfall and/or
delayed transition to snowfall could easily push the Susan and the
Middle Fork Feather rivers higher. Slow rises and high flows are
also expected on the Pit River near Canby.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Enhanced runoff and sediment transport are likely below
recent burn areas, but debris flows are not expected.
- For river forecast updates: https://www.cnrfc.noaa.gov
For flood safety information:
http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.
&&
$$
MD
Coastal Flood Watch
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Eureka CA
1054 AM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
CAZ103-020300-
/O.EXP.KEKA.CF.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260101T1900Z/
/O.CON.KEKA.CF.A.0003.260102T1500Z-260104T2200Z/
Northern Humboldt Coast-
1054 AM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING
THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON...
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 11 AM PST THIS MORNING...
* WHAT...High astronomical tides and large surf may cause moderate
to major flooding in low lying areas along the Redwood Coast.
Up to 1.5 foot of saltwater inundation above ground level is
possible in low lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Northern Humboldt Coast County.
* WHEN...From Friday morning through Sunday afternoon. .
* IMPACTS...Several coastal roads may be closed. Low lying
property and some critical infrastructure will be inundated.
Some shoreline erosion may occur.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Coastal Flood Watch means that flooding is possible but not
imminent. Coastal residents in the watch area should begin
preparations for rising water and take appropriate action to
protect life and property.
Feet Above Ground is locally defined as feet above the Highest
Astronomical Tide or HAT.
&&
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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Eureka CA
1054 AM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
CAZ101-104-109-020300-
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Coastal Del Norte-Southwestern Humboldt-Mendocino Coast-
1054 AM PST Thu Jan 1 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING
THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 11 AM PST THIS MORNING...
* WHAT...High astronomical tides and large surf may cause
moderate/major flooding in low lying areas along the Mendocino
Coast. Up to 1.5 foot of saltwater inundation above ground level
is possible in low lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Del Norte, Southwestern Humboldt and Mendocino
Coast Counties.
* WHEN...From Friday morning through Sunday afternoon. .
* IMPACTS...Several coastal roads may be closed. Low lying
property and some critical infrastructure will be inundated.
Some shoreline erosion may occur.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Coastal Flood Watch means that flooding is possible but not
imminent. Coastal residents in the watch area should begin
preparations for rising water and take appropriate action to
protect life and property.
Feet Above Ground is locally defined as feet above the Highest
Astronomical Tide or HAT.
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Hydrologic Outlook
Hydrologic Outlook
CAZ101>115-020600-
Hydrologic Outlook
National Weather Service Eureka CA
257 PM PST Tue Dec 30 2025
...Periods of heavy rain and an increased risk for flooding
Friday into this weekend...
A series of atmospheric rivers will bring an increased risk for
urban and small stream flooding late this week and into this weekend.
The first round of rain will arrive Wednesday night into Thursday
and provide generally light to moderate rainfall amounts. Locally
heavy rain is expected in the King Range. This initial period of
rain will set the stage for a more intense rainstorm expected to
arrive Friday into Friday night. Current indications are for the
heaviest rainfall to occur during the day on Friday into Friday
night. The greatest risk for small stream flooding will occur during
this time period and probably continue into Saturday after heavy
rain has ended due to the lag in rainfall run-off. Road closures
will be possible. At this point, the area of greatest concern is
in southern Humboldt and northwest Mendocino counties. Small rivers,
streams and creeks such as Elk river, Jacoby creek and Mattole
river could exceed their banks and flood area roads. Southern
Mendocino and Lake counties may also experience heavy rain and
road flooding will be possible.
Mainstem rivers will also likely rise sharply and will need to be
monitored for possible flood stage exceedance. Be on the lookout
for watches, advisories and warning as this next heavy rain event
unfolds. Plan to avoid driving through areas that tend to flood.
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