SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA - It may only be the third week of November, but Southern California is already anticipating its first significant storm of the season starting on Wednesday. Earlier than usual, the region is expecting to see cooler temperatures and 1–2 inches of rain over several days.

Reporting from the Los Angeles Times details models that show a 60–70 percent chance of rain beginning on Wednesday, with the storm possibly lasting into Saturday. The predicted rainfall total is considered fairly significant for this early in the season and is more in line with totals you would see in the winter.

The rain duration is expected to be fairly long, with intermittent showers. However, intensities don’t currently look to be too extreme, the article went on to explain.

Overall, the storm’s steadiness will help delay severe fire weather conditions, as the foothills and mountain areas could receive slightly more rain. The National Weather Service is not anticipating any debris flow or flash flooding.

Near California’s Bay Area region, weather officials predict 1–3 inches of intermittent and widespread rain throughout the week, and coastal areas could see rain as soon as tonight.

Keep reading AndNowUKnow for updates on this storm and more as we enter the winter season.