Hail Possible In Upcoming Rainy Days In Santa Cruz, Bay Area

Forecasters are predicting strong winds, rain and hail in the Bay Area today and Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service.

South winds will pick up today and rain will spread across the area late today and tonight with heavy rain possible tonight and early Tuesday. Showers and thunderstorms are forecast for Tuesday and Tuesday evening. Heavier showers and thunderstorms may produce small hail Tuesday.

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Forecasters expect snow to fall at elevations above 3,500 feet, with accumulations at elevations above 4,000 feet. South winds may become strong and gusty starting this afternoon though early Tuesday.

Wind gusts of up to 50 mph are possible near the coast and the hills, especially tonight. Dry and mild weather should return by Wednesday afternoon.

--Bay City News

--Morguefile photo

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