Forecast of the Day • A National Weather Forecasting Contest

Last week heavy rain and snow came to northern California, and this week it should finally arrive in southern California. Although the major fires are mostly contained now, the rain will still be welcomed, after more than six dry months. Let's forecast Thursday's 24-hr precipitation amount in Los Angeles and see if they can reach 1 or 2 inches.

Question of the Day: A high surf advisory is in effect for the southern coast. What weather factor is the cause of a high surf advisory?