rainfall totals

The system is expected to move through the region quickly.

Rainfall from the first two systems is expected to be light. The third system is more of a question mark.

1-3" predicted for Central Coast, with a half inch in the forecast south of Point Conception.

Changes in ocean water temperatures indicate a La Nina pattern is forming. La Ninas can mean below average rainfall for our region, and can set the stage for drought conditions.

Parts of the region get more than 2" of rain.

Mountains above Montecito received nearly 7" of rain. More rain on the way this week, but totals expected to be low.

The next system could arrive on Sunday. It's expected to be much smaller than this week's storm, with possibly an inch of rain on the coast and 2" in the mountains.

Atmospheric river created some of the highest rainfall totals of the storm in southern Santa Barbara County

1-2" of additional rain possible for coastal, inland areas. with higher numbers in the foothills and mountains.

Southern Santa Barbara County, Ventura County had highest numbers in region.