LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — As summer winds down, forecasters are predicting rain this week.

The National Weather Service said there are chances of rain from Monday through Thursday thanks to a cold front approaching the North Coast.

Rainfall amounts this week are expected to total no more than a quarter of an inch. Thunderstorms are possible on Tuesday afternoon, in which case rainfall amounts could increase.

The rain is forecast to bring with it light wind, patchy fog on Monday night and early Tuesday, according to the forecast.

Chances of rain are expected to lessen after Thursday, with sunny conditions returning.

Temperatures this week are expected to range from the high 70s to low 80s during the day, dropping into the low 50s at night. 

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