Discover Where California’s Heaviest Rainfall Occurred with This Interactive Map
Southern California experienced significant rainfall over the past three days. Areas in the San Gabriel Mountains reported 4 to 5 inches of rain between Sunday and Wednesday morning. Downtown Los Angeles recorded 1.38 inches on Tuesday, exceeding the October average significantly, though data collection changes in 2024 challenge long-term climate records.
Record Rainfall Observed in Many Areas
Numerous locations in southwestern California achieved new daily rainfall records on Monday and Tuesday. Hollywood Burbank Airport saw 2.37 inches on Tuesday, surpassing both a 2009 daily record and an October record from 1983.
Shifts in the Bay Area’s Rain Patterns
- The Bay Area accumulated between half an inch to 3 inches of rain.
- Heaviest rains fell in the South Bay and Santa Cruz Mountains.
- Mineta San Jose International Airport recorded 1.52 inches on Monday, marking the second-wettest October day on record.
Impact on the Central Valley and Fire Season
Sacramento Executive Airport acquired around 1.5 inches, surpassing the typical October average of 0.85 inches. This rainfall marks the slowdown of Northern California’s significant wildfire season, albeit the risk persists year-round.
Sierra Nevada Snowfall
- The Sierra experienced snowfall ranging from 5 to 10 inches near Lake Tahoe.
- A warm spell expected shortly may cause rapid melting of this recent snow.
For more detailed insights, Emegypt provides an interactive map to explore California’s varied rainfall distribution.
