Lake Effect Snow in the Lower Great Lakes; Rain and High Elevation Snow in the West

Lake-effect snow will continue downwind of Lakes Erie and Ontario through Friday. In the Western U.S., rain and higher elevation snow will continue over the Great Basin through Friday. A front will move over the Pacific Northwest Thursday afternoon and produce light rain and higher elevation snow over the Cascades through Saturday. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Thu, Feb 12, 2026 at 1:20:20 am PST

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Hazardous Beach Conditions

Embedded Thunderstorms Possible Today

🌊 Beach Hazards Statement for Northwest-Facing Beaches An increased risk of sneaker waves and strong rip currents is expected along northwest-facing Pacific Coast beaches. Breaking waves of 14 to 19 feet are forecast. 🗓 Timing: 10 PM Thursday through 4 AM Saturday Impacts & Safety: • Stay off jetties, piers, rocks, and other waterside infrastructure • Remain out of the water due to hazardous surf • Never turn your back on the ocean Even on seemingly calm days, sneaker waves can suddenly surge much farther up the beach than expected. Use caution if visiting the coast. #CAwx #BeachSafety #BayAreaWX

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Lake Effect Snow in the Lower Great Lakes; Rain and High Elevation Snow in the West

NWS Forecast Office San Francisco, CA