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Winter Storm Watch, California

Severe

12 to 17 inches of snow possible, gusts up to 55 mph. Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.

Ended Friday, January 2, 2026.

Replaced by the Winter Storm Warning on Friday, January 2, 11:45 at night.

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Places in this watch

How much

Snow across the area
12 to 17 inches
Wind gusts
Up to 55 mph

Map

Map of California with this watch The Winter Storm Watch covers Weaverville, Lewiston, Douglas City. I-5US 101WeavervilleDouglas CityJunction CitySalyerCALIFORNIA20 mi I-5US 101WeavervilleDouglas CityJunction CityCALIFORNIA20 mi I-5WeavervilleDouglas CityCALIFORNIA20 mi I-5WeavervilleDouglas CityCALIFORNIA25 mi
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Details from the National Weather Service

What
Heavy snow possible above 5,000 feet. Total snow accumulations between 12 and 17 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 55 mph.
Where
Northern Trinity county. Hwy 3 at Scott Mountain pass may be impacted.
When
From Saturday morning through Monday afternoon.
Impacts
Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Tire chains may be necessary if travelling through mountain passes. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.

Updates

  1. Reissued with no change to the times or amounts. January 2, 2026
  2. Snow totals raised from up to 1 foot to 12 to 17 inches. January 2, 2026
  3. Winter Storm Watch issued for Saturday morning through Monday afternoon. January 2, 2026