Hanger-ons, then, could I please get a Warm Up?

If you ever frequented diners in the north east, and someone at your table was drinking coffee, I am sure you must have been asked if you'd like a warm up.  Well it is on its way perhaps, but we need to get through a few days of hanger ons.  Clouds that is.  And some showers.  Today arrived wet and we even had a few hours of moderate rain out there this morning.  It felt pretty good.  And it was a warm rain.  Clouds linger through the day today and it does not look like we will see much of the sun.  The hope for sunshine on Friday is mostly hope.  Sure, we will see some, but bet on a good deal of morning clouds, with slow clearing.  Not quite as nice as I was expecting earlier this week.  Still, we should not see any rain on Friday, just lingering clouds.  Saturday looks about the same and actually may turn out to be mostly sunny.  Keep the fingers crossed.

Derby Park Grind.  Just another day in Santa Cruz.

Another system will be upon us Sunday.  Actually, it will be upon the PNW who will again get a hefty helping of snow.  Tahoe should only see a few inches and with a lot of luck, select spots could get a foot.  Today it is mostly rain below 8K, so go up high if you are seeking the fresh on Friday.  Sure feels like spring is upon us folks.  What ever happened to winter.  I know some folks are saying the long term is suggesting a chance for low pressure dominating, but we have been hearing that all winter.  I don't trust the long term very much this year as the models have been pretty much off the mark.  Anyway Sunday should see some drizzle and slightly cooler temps.  That could linger into Monday morning before clearing.  And here is the ringer.  Warmth is coming.  Tuesday could be in the 70s and there is talk of breaking into the 80s in certain spots around the bay on Wednesday.  Seriously.  Get your gardens ready folks.