After a brief stretch of warmer temperatures<\/a>, another storm system is expected to move in early next week, according to the National Weather Service.<\/p>\n \u201cOur next system (is) moving in late Sunday and continuing through mid-next week, bringing rain, isolated thunderstorms, mountain snow<\/a>, cooler temperatures and breezy conditions,\u201d the weather service said Friday, April 17, on X.<\/p>\n \u201cIsolated to scattered thunderstorms<\/a>\u201d are expected to roll across several regions, including Northern California, coastal areas and the Central Valley \u2014 with potential impacts in Sacramento<\/a>, Modesto<\/a>, Merced<\/a>, Fresno<\/a> and San Luis Obispo<\/a>.<\/p>\n Here\u2019s when to expect rain and snow:<\/p>\n According to the National Weather Service, isolated thunderstorms<\/a> are smaller and more short-lived than typical storms.<\/p>\n Isolated thunderstorms<\/a> form when moisture moves into an area, creating brief bursts of unstable weather, the weather agency previously told The Sacramento Bee.<\/p>\n These storms can still bring heavy rain, but it usually doesn\u2019t last long.<\/p>\n When will thunderstorms bring rain, snow to California?<\/p>\n Thunderstorms could begin moving into California as early as Sunday, April 19, according to the National Weather Service.<\/p>\n \u201cThis storm will bring along the potential for rain<\/a>, mountain snow, isolated thunderstorms, breezy winds and cooler temperatures,\u201d the National Weather Service said.<\/p>\n Rain totals could reach up to 1.5 inches of rain<\/a> in Northern California, while central parts of the state<\/a>, coastal areas and in Southern California<\/a> could receive around 1 inch, according to an area forecast discussion.<\/p>\n Winds to sweep through California<\/p>\n Along with thunderstorms, windy conditions are also expected throughout California.<\/p>\n Starting Friday, April 17, parts of Northern California \u2014 including the cities of Sacramento, Redding, Stockton and Modesto \u2014 could see winds between 20 to 30 mph<\/a>.<\/p>\n Stronger gusts are possible elsewhere, reaching up to 50 mph along the coast and in Southern California<\/a>, around 55 mph in the Central Valley<\/a> and as high as 63 mph in the Bay Area<\/a>, the National Weather Service said.<\/p>\n Will the Sierra Nevada see snow?<\/p>\n Snow is expected<\/a> to return to the Sierra Nevada starting Sunday, April 19, according to the National Weather Service.<\/p>\n Snow is forecast to hit elevations around 7,000 feet on Monday, gradually dropping to about 5,000 feet by Tuesday and Wednesday, April 22.<\/p>\n The impact will be \u201cmoderate,\u201d<\/a> with travel delays, slick roads and possible chain controls<\/a>, the weather agency said.<\/p>\n In South Lake Tahoe, snowfall is expected to begin Monday, with winter-like conditions continuing<\/a> through Wednesday.<\/p>\n Snow is forecast for Yosemite National Park<\/a>, starting Monday.<\/p>\n What\u2019s in the weather forecast for Sacramento?<\/p>\n The latest weather forecast for Sacramento<\/a> shows clear, sunny skies on Saturday and Sunday, with high temperatures in the upper 70s and low temperatures around 50.<\/p>\n On Monday, April 20, there is a 40% chance of rain. The high will near 70 degrees, while the low will be around 52 degrees.<\/p>\n \u201cA chance of showers and thunderstorms\u201d are possible on Tuesday, with a high near 62 and a low around 49, the National Weather Service said.<\/p>\n Rain will continue on Wednesday, with a high near 66 and a low of about 48 degrees.<\/p>\n Skies will be \u201cmostly sunny\u201d by Thursday, the weather service said.<\/p>\n Will it rain in the Central Valley?<\/p>\n Rain is expected across much of Central Valley in the coming days.<\/p>\n In Modesto<\/a>, skies should remain sunny through the weekend before conditions shift, according to the National Weather Service.<\/p>\n Rain is expected to arrive on Monday, with about a 20% chance of showers after 11 a.m. The high will reach 79 degrees, with an overnight low temperature around 54 degrees.<\/p>\n By Tuesday, showers become more likely, along with a chance of thunderstorms. The high will be near 65, with a low around 50.<\/p>\n \u201cA slight chance of rain\u201d is possible on Wednesday, the National Weather Service said.<\/p>\n Similar conditions are forecast for nearby Central Valley cities, including Merced<\/a> and Fresno<\/a>, where rain could begin Monday and continue through Wednesday, April 22.<\/p>\n Rain is forecast along the Central Coast, including San Luis Obispo<\/a> and Paso Robles<\/a>.<\/p>\n The San Luis Obispo area is expected to remain mostly sunny through Monday.<\/p>\n There\u2019s a chance of rain and thunderstorms on Tuesday, with a high near 66 and a low around 50.<\/p>\n \u201cThe ensemble means have been pretty steady with the amounts around a half to one inch across SLO County,\u201d the National Weather Service said.<\/p>\n Across Southern California, the weather agency said, \u201cisolated thunderstorms with heavy rain<\/a> are possible,\u201d with less than half of an inch of rain.<\/p>\n Have a question about life in California?<\/p>\n How to California \u2014 a guide to help you live, work and enjoy life in the Golden State, is here to help.<\/p>\n We\u2019ll answer your questions \u2014 big and small \u2014 about state laws, history, culture, recreation and travel.<\/p>\n Ask your questions in the form below (can\u2019t see it? 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