Weather in Santa Cruz County: Impact on Local Infrastructure and Roadways After Recent Storms

Read the latest on Santa Cruz County’s weather conditions, as forecasters predict lingering showers followed by a sunny weekend. Stay informed with the Santa Cruz Sentinel.

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Navigating the Impact of Weather in Santa Cruz County

The Weather Service predicts lingering showers after a weekend of heavy rain and strong winds – that’s the weather in Santa Cruz County. The worst of the stormy weather may be over, but Santa Cruz County residents may expect unstable conditions early in the week and sunshine by the weekend.

Meteorologist and hydrologist Carolina Walbrun noted that the majority of the moisture from the last atmospheric river storm migrated south during the weekend, reducing rainfall.

However, severe winds that reached 64 mph along the coast and 98 mph in the Santa Cruz Mountains made their way. With fallen trees and small slides blocking county-maintained roads, personnel worked hard.

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Jason Hoppin, the county spokeswoman, revealed extensive transportation network impacts but reassured that the long-term harm seemed modest. County infrastructure is being assessed, and more disaster declarations may be made for recovery funding.

Wet weather is expected to continue in Santa Cruz County, with February precipitation totals likely to exceed. Next month’s precipitation prospects are split between normal and above-normal. Predictions for rainy and dry patterns remain uncertain despite El Niño and warm ocean surface temperatures.

Throughout the week, intermittent showers are forecast before a sunny break. Later in the week, there will be sporadic showers and patchy fog after partly sunny skies and variable wind on Tuesday. On Saturday, Santa Cruz County residents can expect clear skies and sunshine to lift spirits after the stormy stretch.

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