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Offshore Waters Forecast
NWS Ocean Prediction Center Washington DC
1257 AM PST Tue Nov 11 2025

California waters-
Inner waters from  60 nm to 150 nm offshore.
Outer waters from 150 nm to 250 nm offshore.

Seas given as significant wave height, which is the average
height of the highest 1/3 of the waves. Individual waves may be
more than twice the significant wave height.

PZZ825-112115-
Point Arena to Pigeon Point between 60 NM and 150 NM offshore-
1257 AM PST Tue Nov 11 2025

...GALE WARNING...

.TODAY...N winds 5 to 15 kt. Seas 7 to 8 ft. Areas of fog with
vsby 1 nm or less.
.TONIGHT...Variable winds less than 10 kt, becoming S. Seas 5 to
7 ft.
.WED...S winds 10 to 15 kt, increasing to 15 to 25 kt. Seas 5 to
9 ft.
.WED NIGHT...S winds 25 to 35 kt, becoming S to SW 20 to 30 kt.
Seas 8 to 13 ft. Rain.
.THU...W winds 10 to 20 kt, becoming 10 to 15 kt. Seas 11 to
14 ft.
.THU NIGHT...W winds 10 to 20 kt. Seas 11 to 19 ft.
.FRI...W to NW winds 5 to 15 kt. Seas 12 to 16 ft.
.FRI NIGHT...N to NW winds 10 to 20 kt. Seas 9 to 12 ft.
.SAT...N winds 15 to 20 kt. Seas 9 to 12 ft.
.SAT NIGHT...NW winds 15 to 25 kt. Seas 9 to 11 ft.

$$


Dense Fog Advisory


URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
100 AM PST Tue Nov 11 2025

CAZ080-ORZ024-026-111700-
/O.NEW.KMFR.FG.Y.0010.251111T0900Z-251112T1700Z/
Western Siskiyou County-Eastern Curry County and Josephine County-
Jackson County-
Including the following locations...Scott Bar, Medford, Gold
Hill, Merlin, Rogue River, Callahan, Wilderville, Greenview, Fort
Jones, Etna, Somes Bar, Grants Pass, Happy Camp, and Cave
Junction
100 AM PST Tue Nov 11 2025

...DENSE FOG ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog.

* WHERE...In California, in western Siskiyou County, the Klamath
  River and Scott valleys, including Highways 3 and 96. In Oregon,
  the Rogue, Illinois, and portions of the Applegate valleys,
  including I-5 from near Grants Pass south to Medford and Phoenix,
  Highway 238 west of Applegate and east of Jacksonville, and
  Highway 199 from Grants Pass to the California border.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If driving, slow down and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.
Pedestrians and cyclists should wear bright or reflective clothing
to increase the chances of being seen by others in poor visibility
conditions.

&&

$$


Small Craft Advisory


URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
948 PM PST Mon Nov 10 2025

PZZ475-111400-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0123.000000T0000Z-251111T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KEKA.GL.A.0039.251112T1600Z-251113T1100Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
948 PM PST Mon Nov 10 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST
TUESDAY...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE
WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 10 to 20 kt
  with gusts up to 25 kt and seas 7 to 9 feet. For the Gale
  Watch, southeast winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and
  seas 8 to 13 feet possible.

* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM PST Tuesday.
  For the Gale Watch, from Wednesday morning through late
  Wednesday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.

&&

$$


Winter Storm Watch


URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Hanford CA
949 PM PST Mon Nov 10 2025

CAZ323-326>331-111600-
/O.CON.KHNX.WS.A.0007.251113T0900Z-251114T1200Z/
Yosemite NP outside of the valley-Upper San Joaquin River-Kaiser
to Rodgers Ridge-Kings Canyon NP-Grant Grove Area-Sequoia NP-
South End of the Upper Sierra-
Including the cities of Grant Grove, Lake Wishon, Shaver Lake,
Johnsondale, Huntington Lake, Devils Postpile, Giant Forest, Lake
Thomas Edison, Hume Lake, Lodgepole, Florence Lake, Tuolumne
Meadows, Cedar Grove, and Wawona
949 PM PST Mon Nov 10 2025

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT
THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. 6 to 12 inches of snow above 5,000
  feet. Up to 2 feet at the higher elevations. Winds could gust as
  high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...A portion of central California.

* WHEN...From late Wednesday night through late Thursday night.

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
  likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult
  to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday
  morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use
extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.

&&

$$

EW

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
206 PM PST Mon Nov 10 2025

CAZ071-112215-
/O.NEW.KREV.WS.A.0010.251113T0900Z-251114T1200Z/
Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties-
Including the cities of Westwood, Susanville, Portola,
Sierraville, and Loyalton
206 PM PST Mon Nov 10 2025

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH
LATE THURSDAY NIGHT ABOVE 5500 FEET AND WEST OF US HIGHWAY 395...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches with up to
  8 inches along the highest peaks west of US Highway 395. Wind
  gusts exceeding 70 mph on ridges.

* WHERE...Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties above 5500
  feet and west of US Highway 395.

* WHEN...From late Wednesday night through late Thursday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult, especially across mountain
  passes such as Fredonyer and northwest of Bogard. The hazardous
  conditions could impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes.
  Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Uncertainty in the storm track and snow
  levels mean amounts could be higher, with a 25 percent probability
  of up to 6 inches along CA Highway 44 and CA Highway 36, and up to
  18 inches along the highest peaks.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

&&

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
206 PM PST Mon Nov 10 2025

CAZ072-NVZ002-112215-
/O.NEW.KREV.WS.A.0010.251113T0900Z-251114T1200Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of Tahoe City, Stateline, Truckee, South
Lake Tahoe, Incline Village, Glenbrook, and Markleeville
206 PM PST Mon Nov 10 2025

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH
LATE THURSDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow above 7000 feet. Snow accumulations of 4 to 10
  inches with 8 to 18 inches along the Sierra crest. 1 to 5 inches
  of snow accumulation at lake level. Wind gusts exceeding 100 mph
  on ridges.

* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area.

* WHEN...From late Wednesday night through late Thursday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, especially across
  mountain passes such as Donner Pass, Carson Pass, and Ebbetts
  Pass. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning
  and evening commutes. Strong winds could cause damage to trees and
  power lines.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Uncertainty in the storm track and snow
  levels mean amounts could be higher, with a 25 percent probability
  of up to 8 inches at lake level, 18 inches at passes, and 30
  inches on the crest.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this storm.

&&

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
206 PM PST Mon Nov 10 2025

CAZ073-112215-
/O.NEW.KREV.WS.A.0010.251113T0900Z-251114T1200Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Lee Vining, Coleville, Mammoth Lakes, and
Bridgeport
206 PM PST Mon Nov 10 2025

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH
LATE THURSDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations of 1 to 2 feet on the Sierra
  crest. Snow accumulations of 4 to 12 inches for communities along
  US Highway 395. Wind gusts exceeding 100 mph on ridges.

* WHERE...Mono County.

* WHEN...From late Wednesday night through late Thursday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The
  hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning and evening
  commutes. Strong winds could cause damage to trees and power lines.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Uncertainty in the storm track and snow
  levels mean amounts could be higher, with a 25 percent probability
  of up to 18 inches in communities along US Highway 395 and 3 feet
  along the Sierra crest.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

&&

$$

CJ

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sacramento CA
1156 AM PST Mon Nov 10 2025

CAZ068-069-120000-
/O.NEW.KSTO.WS.A.0008.251113T0900Z-251114T1200Z/
Western Plumas County/Lassen Park-West Slope Northern Sierra
Nevada-
Including the cities of Blue Canyon, Quincy, and Chester
1156 AM PST Mon Nov 10 2025

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT ABOVE 5000 FEET FROM LATE WEDNESDAY
NIGHT THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Most likely total snow accumulations
  of 4 to 8 inches above 5000 feet with 1 to 2 feet above pass
  level. Southwest winds could gust as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada and Western Plumas
  County/Lassen Park above 5000 feet.

* WHEN...From late Wednesday night through late Thursday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult above 5000 feet. The
  hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning and evening
  commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Low confidence on exact timing and snow
  amounts. Check back frequently for updates on the forecast.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Check the latest road conditions from Caltrans online at
quickmap.dot.ca.gov or dial 5 1 1.

&&

$$

For more information, visit us at www.weather.gov/sto/

KH

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
1149 AM PST Mon Nov 10 2025

CAZ519-111215-
/O.NEW.KVEF.WS.A.0006.251113T1200Z-251114T1800Z/
Eastern Sierra Slopes-
Including the cities of Aspendell and Whitney Portal
1149 AM PST Mon Nov 10 2025

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH
FRIDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations 8 to 14
  inches between 7000 and 9000 feet and 1 to 2 feet above 9000 feet.
  Winds could gust as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Sierra Slopes.

* WHEN...From late Wednesday night through Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible, especially
  on Highway 168 west of Bishop.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

&&

$$

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http://weather.gov/lasvegas

AG


Gale Watch


URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
948 PM PST Mon Nov 10 2025

PZZ450-111400-
/O.NEW.KEKA.GL.A.0039.251112T2300Z-251113T0900Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
948 PM PST Mon Nov 10 2025

...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE
WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas
  7 to 11 feet possible.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm.

* WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon through late Wednesday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
948 PM PST Mon Nov 10 2025

PZZ455-111400-
/O.NEW.KEKA.GL.A.0039.251112T2300Z-251113T1100Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm-
948 PM PST Mon Nov 10 2025

...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE
WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and
  seas 8 to 12 feet possible.

* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena out 10 nm.

* WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon through late Wednesday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
948 PM PST Mon Nov 10 2025

PZZ470-111400-
/O.NEW.KEKA.GL.A.0039.251112T1400Z-251113T0900Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
948 PM PST Mon Nov 10 2025

...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE
WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 55 kt and seas
  7 to 10 feet possible.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...From Wednesday morning through late Wednesday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
948 PM PST Mon Nov 10 2025

PZZ475-111400-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0123.000000T0000Z-251111T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KEKA.GL.A.0039.251112T1600Z-251113T1100Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
948 PM PST Mon Nov 10 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST
TUESDAY...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE
WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 10 to 20 kt
  with gusts up to 25 kt and seas 7 to 9 feet. For the Gale
  Watch, southeast winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and
  seas 8 to 13 feet possible.

* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM PST Tuesday.
  For the Gale Watch, from Wednesday morning through late
  Wednesday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.

&&

$$


High Wind Watch


URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
100 AM PST Tue Nov 11 2025

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-111700-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.A.0005.251113T0300Z-251113T1800Z/
Modoc County-Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake
County-Central and Eastern Lake County-
Including the following locations...Valley Falls, Likely, Fort
Rock, Bly, New Pine Creek, Alturas, Sprague River, Day, Paisley,
Lakeview, Adel, Gilchrist, Chemult, Lookout, Crescent, Canby,
Adin, Beatty, and Davis Creek
100 AM PST Tue Nov 11 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING THROUGH
THURSDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible.

* WHERE...Portions of Lake County, Modoc County, and eastern and
  northern Klamath County, including Summer Lake, Paisley, Winter
  Rim, Lakeview, Adel, Valley Falls, the high terrain of Modoc and
  Lake counties, and portions of highways 140, 395, and 31.

* WHEN...From Wednesday evening through Thursday morning.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and
  cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for
  high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

&&

$$

MAS


Marine Weather Statement


Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service San Francisco CA
1219 AM PST Tue Nov 11 2025

PZZ560-565-575-576-111700-
Coastal Waters from Pigeon Point to Point Pinos California out to
10 NM-
Coastal Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras Blancas
California out to 10 NM-
Waters from Pigeon Point to Point Pinos 10-60 NM-
Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras Blancas 10-60 NM-
1219 AM PST Tue Nov 11 2025

...DENSE FOG ACROSS THE COASTAL WATERS THROUGH 9 AM PST TODAY...

Satellite imagery shows widespread fog and dense fog across the
coastal waters. Fog and dense fog will continue through 9 AM PST
today. Mariners should expect visibilities from one half to one
quarter nautical mile and possibly near zero at times. Reduce speeds
and be on the lookout for exposed rocks and other vessels, including
large ships in the shipping lanes. Use radar or GPS navigation if
available, and consider remaining in harbor if such equipment is
unavailable.

$$

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