Showers and Thunderstorms for the Eastern Third of the Country; Fire Weather Concerns; Flooding Issues for the Great Lakes Region

Showers and thunderstorms will continue along and ahead of a cold front for the eastern third of the country. The rainfall for the Great Lakes region could prolong the ongoing flooding. Much cooler weather will filter in behind this cold front along and east of the Rockies. Where the rain is needed, the Southern High Plains, critical fire weather concerns through this weekend. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Sun, Apr 19, 2026 at 3:06:41 am PDT

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Minor Fire Risk in Western Kern County

Kern County Desert Elevated Fire Danger

Changing Weather Pattern Starting Monday

Changing Weather Pattern Expected Totals

A progressing low pressure trough continues to bring northwest flow and dry conditions to central California. Minimum relative humidity in western Kern County is expected to fall between 10 and 15 percent and will accompany wind gusts up to 15 mph through Monday. Take steps to reduce potential fire ignition sources.

A progressing low pressure trough continues to bring northwest flow and dry conditions to central California, particularly in the Mojave Desert. Minimum relative humidity is expected to fall below 10 percent in this area and will accompany wind gusts between 30 and 40 mph through Monday. Take steps to reduce potential fire ignition sources.

Starting Monday, dry and warm conditions will transition to unsettled conditions. Periods of heavy rain and lightning are expected alongside mountain snow and high wind through Wednesday. Stayed tuned for updates on expecting timing and impacts.

With unsettled weather entering our area late Monday night into Tuesday morning, the highest probability for weather impacts will be Tuesday afternoon, lingering through Wednesday. More precise timing will come with future updates.