Downtown Los Angeles Drenched by Weekend Storm, More Rainโข Expected
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Downtown Los Angeles is bracing for more rainfall this week after a weekend storm delivered one of the wettest Novembers in decades.As of 4:30 a.m. on Sunday, November 17, โ2025, the region had received 2.57 inches of rain for โthe month, marking the wettestโ November since 1985, when 2.91 inches fell.
The recentโ downpours have saturated the ground, increasing the risk of mudslides and โคflooding, particularly in areas previouslyโ impacted by wildfires. While no major damage was reported in fire-scarred neighborhoods like Altadena and the Pacific Palisades,officials are urging โคcontinued vigilance. The National Weather Service forecasts additionalโ storms throughout the week, potentially pushing November’s rainfall total well beyond the 1985 record.
storm Recap and Forecast
The weekend’s weather โขbegan with scattered showers that intensified into heavy downpours on saturday. rain continued intermittently through Sunday afternoon. A flood advisory remained inโ effect across the region through Sunday, balancing relief from dry conditions with โthe threat of hazardous runoff.
Two separate storm systems are anticipated. The first, expected to arriveโ Monday and last through Tuesday, will bring lighter rainfall, likely beginning midmorning. Forecasters predict up to an additional inch of rain. A 10% to 20% chance of โthunderstorms exists,โค particularly in the Santa Ynez and western venturaโ mountains,โ with potential for locally heavy precipitation.
Snow levels will drop to โฃaround 4,500 feet by Tuesday,but accumulations are expectedโข to be minimal,ranging from 1 to 3 inches. A second storm is forecast to โimpact the region later inโฃ the week,bringing light to moderate rain,though the exact timing and intensity remain uncertain.
Road Conditions and Evacuations
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department lifted all rain-related evacuation orders on Sunday. However, residents are strongly advised to โdrive slowly andโ remain aware of changing road conditions. Malibu residents have been โspecifically warned to remain alert for mudslides and debris flow,especially in canyon areas.
Did You Know? โฃ
The november 1985 rainfall total of 2.91 inches remains the benchmark โฃforโฃ a wet November in downtown Los Angeles,a record potentially surpassed this โyear.
Pro Tip:
Stay informed about weather updates and road closures by checking theโฃ National Weather Service website andโค local news sources.
| Date | Event | Rainfall (inches) |
|---|---|---|
| nov 17, 2025 (as of 4:30 AM) | Monthly Total (downtown LA) | 2.57 |
| Nov 1985 | Monthly total (Downtown LA) | 2.91 |
| Monday – Tuesday | Forecasted โRainfall | Up to 1 |
| Tuesday | Snow Level | 4,500 ft |
“Soils are already โsaturated, and even light rainfall can trigger mudslidesโ and debris flows in vulnerable areas.”
What steps are you โฃtaking to prepare โfor the continued rainfall? Share yoru tips in the comments below!
Do you think the cityโค is adequately prepared for these types of weather events?
Historical Context and Rainfall Patterns
Southern California typically experiences a dry season from May through October, followed by a wet season from November through April. However, climate change is contributing toโค more extreme โฃweather events, including prolonged droughts and intense rainfall periods.The current stormโค highlights the increasing need for infrastructure improvements andโค emergency preparedness measures โคto mitigate the impacts of these events. National Weather Service โคClimate Data provides detailed historicalโข rainfallโค details.
Frequently Asked questions
- What โis the current flood risk in โLos Angeles? The flood risk โis elevated due to saturated ground conditions. Residents in areas prone to mudslides and flooding should โคexercise caution.
- How much more rain โคis expected this week? Up to an additional inch of rain is forecast for Monday โขandโฃ Tuesday, with light to moderate rain expected later in the week.
- What should I doโ if I encounter a flooded roadway? Never drive through flooded roadways. Turn around and find an alternate route.
- Where can I find the latest weather updates? check the national Weather Service website (https://www.weather.gov/) and local news sources for the most up-to-date โinformation.
- Are there any evacuation orders in โeffect? All rain-related evacuation orders have been lifted, but residents โขshould remain vigilant and be prepared to evacuate if necessary.
Stay safe and informed as theโ rainโค continues. We encourage you โฃto share this article with your friends andโข family to help them prepare for the upcoming storms. Considerโฃ subscribing to our newsletter for the latest weather updates and local news.