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KEY MESSAGES

Updated at 1154 AM PST Thu Jan 8 2026

* Snow showers exit the area by this evening.

* Quiet weather returns as persistent high pressure builds into the area by this weekend.

DISCUSSION

(This afternoon through next Thursday)

WEATHER PATTERN OVERVIEW: Snow showers will exit by this evening, being replaced by ridging due to a Rex Block strengthening along the southern California coast. This is shaping up to be a very persistent, stubborn pattern as the block and associated ridging are forecast to persist through at least mid next week. Local impacts will be characterized by dry conditions and warming temperatures. High temperatures across the area are expected to be around ten degrees above normal by Monday and there are some initial signs of near or record high temperatures by the end of next week. Winds are also expected to remain light while the block persists.

FORECAST CONFIDENCE & DEVIATIONS: There is high confidence in Rex Block development and persistence through next week and the associated warming temperatures and lack of precipitation.

AVIATION

VFR conditions are forecast to be the primary flight conditions through Friday, as upper level trough exits the region. Snow showers will be possible through this evening for KTPH and KELY, with possible drops in flight conditions to MVFR or IFR levels for short period of time should a shower affect a terminal. Winds will also remain elevated out of the NW at 10KT to 20KT with gusts up to 35KT possible. High pressure builds in for Friday with clearing skies and lighter winds.

LKN Watches/Warnings/Advisories

Winter Weather Advisory until 4 PM PST this afternoon NVZ031-034-037>039.