Storm Wallops Newport Beach, Rain Continues

NEWPORT BEACH, CA — The first in what is expected to be a series of three storms walloped parts of the Southland Thursday, bringing not only soaking rain, but also prompting flooding and lighting that sent people scrambling from beaches. The Newport Beaches and Pier were all closed by lifeguards due to lightning, Thursday afternoon.

Flood Advisories, Flash Flood Advisories and voluntary evacuations were underway for much of Orange County, during the first part of this winter storm. Here is your coming forecast:

7-day Forecast for Newport Beach-Corona Del Mar

Rain today through Monday, with high temperatures bottoming out at 58°F on Tuesday.

Friday February 1

Mostly cloudy throughout the day. High 62, low 51.
Chance of precipitation: 29%. Wind 5 mph from the SE

Saturday February 2

Breezy until afternoon and heavy rain until evening. High 61, low 54.
Chance of precipitation: 99%. Wind 10 mph from the SSE

Sunday February 3

Mostly cloudy throughout the day. High 59, low 53.
Chance of precipitation: 83%. Wind 8 mph from the WSW

Monday February 4

Mostly cloudy throughout the day. High 58, low 52.
Chance of precipitation: 59%. Wind 4 mph from the W

Tuesday February 5

Partly cloudy in the morning. High 58, low 49.
Chance of precipitation: 44%. Wind 6 mph from the W

Wednesday February 6

Partly cloudy overnight. High 61, low 47.
Chance of precipitation: 3%. Wind 1 mph from the NE

Thursday February 7

Mostly cloudy until afternoon. High 66, low 49.
Chance of precipitation: 1%. Wind 4 mph from the NNE
Data provided by darksky.net.

Photo: Ashley Ludwig, Patch editor