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Severe Thunderstorms and Heavy Snow Forecast for California

4/10/2026

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Severe thunderstorms are forecast to impact California starting Thursday, April 9, with warnings for Northern California and Central Valley.
The National Weather Service expects heavy rain, strong winds, and significant snow in the Sierra Nevada.
A winter storm watch is in effect Friday evening through Sunday night in the Sierra, with 3–4 feet of snow possible.
A second storm system arriving late Saturday is stronger and may bring severe weather.

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Severe thunderstorms are forecast to impact California starting Thursday, April 9, with warnings for Northern California and Central Valley.
The National Weather Service expects heavy rain, strong winds, and significant snow in the Sierra Nevada.
A winter storm watch is in effect Friday evening through Sunday night in the Sierra, with 3–4 feet of snow possible.
A second storm system arriving late Saturday is stronger and may bring severe weather.