(Yuba-Sutter, CA) — Northern California will experience its first significant rain and snow this week, with a storm bringing heavy precipitation from today [Wednesday] through Saturday.

Coastal areas will see rain, while mountain regions may get up to 12 inches of snow near Mount Shasta and three to six inches near Lake Tahoe.

The Bay Area expects rain Thursday morning, clearing by the afternoon. Light rain and snow will persist Friday, with potentially stronger weather expected over the weekend.