Storm Systems to Bring Rain, Snow to Inland Empire

Multiple storm systems expected to impact the region this week and weekend

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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A storm system descending from the Pacific Northwest will generate rain and light snowfall across the Inland Empire starting Tuesday night, with another system anticipated for the weekend, according to the National Weather Service. Light to moderate rainfall is expected, with snow levels between 6,500 and 7,000 feet resulting in 1-3 inches of snow in higher elevations. Temperatures will remain cooler than average throughout the week.

Why it matters

The incoming storm systems will impact travel conditions and outdoor activities across the Inland Empire region, requiring residents to prepare for wet and potentially snowy weather. The rainfall could also provide some relief to the ongoing drought conditions in the area.

The details

The main band of rainfall is expected to move through the region on Wednesday morning through mid-afternoon, with rainfall rates ranging from 0.1 to 0.2 inches per hour. Lingering scattered showers are also expected on Thursday, followed by clearing on Friday and most of Saturday. Another series of storm systems are anticipated to sweep across the region on Saturday night and Sunday, with lingering impacts going into Monday of next week.

  • The main band of rainfall is expected to move through the region on Wednesday morning through mid-afternoon.
  • Lingering scattered showers are expected on Thursday.
  • Clearing conditions are expected on Friday and most of Saturday.
  • Another series of storm systems are anticipated to sweep across the region on Saturday night and Sunday.
  • Lingering impacts from the weekend storms are expected to continue into Monday of next week.

The players

National Weather Service

The federal agency responsible for weather forecasting and issuing weather-related warnings and advisories.

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What they’re saying

“The main band of rainfall is still on track to move through Wednesday morning through mid-afternoon.”

— National Weather Service (mynewsla.com)

“Snow levels during the highest chance of precipitation are expected to be 6,500 to 7,000 feet.”

— National Weather Service (mynewsla.com)

What’s next

As forecast models continue to crystallize, meteorologists are expected to start making more precise predictions about precipitation amounts for the weekend storm systems.

The takeaway

Residents of the Inland Empire should prepare for wet and potentially snowy weather conditions this week and weekend, with travel and outdoor activities likely to be impacted. The incoming storms could also provide some relief to the ongoing drought in the region.