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The first major storm of the season has arrived, bringing rain and strong winds to the Bay Area.

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Forecasters have predicted this year will bring Super El Niño conditions, which may impact California's winter weather through the spring.

The Bay Area is seeing rain and strong wind on Friday as the first storm of the season arrives.

Rain began moving into the North Bay during the morning commute and is expected to continue throughout the Bay Area through the late morning and afternoon.

A half-inch to one-inch of rain is expected on Friday, though some areas may see less. Sustained winds of 15 to 20 mph are expected with possible isolated gusts up to 50 mph near the coast.

High tides continue to cause flooding concerns around San Francisco, San Pablo, and southern Monterey Bays.

Another storm arrives Sunday into early Monday, followed by a third system Tuesday through Thursday.

Follow along below for the latest Bay Area weather updates.

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Loading... — Santa Cruz to shut beaches, wharf because of dangerous high surf Santa Cruz beach. Nov. 12, 2026 The city of Santa Cruz announced it will close all beaches and the Santa Cruz Wharf through the weekend because of dangerous high surf.

The closure will begin on Friday at 10 p.m. through Sunday at 5 a.m., contingent on the weather.

The National Weather Service has issued a high surf warning, with breaking waves potentially reaching 25 to 35 feet along portions of the coast.

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Santa Cruz to shut beaches, wharf because of dangerous high surf Nov 13, 2026 - 9:56 AM PST KTVU FOX 2 Coastal flooding and dangerous surf through the weekend High tides continue to cause flooding concerns around San Francisco, San Pablo, and southern Monterey Bays today through the weekend, according to KTVU meteorologist Bryan Gallo.

Breaking waves from 25 to 35 feet will make for dangerous surf conditions along the Bay Area coastline.

There is also a high risk of sneaker waves, rip currents and coastal erosion – stay out of the water.