A snow advisory is in effect for Interstate 5 over the Grapevine north of Gorman, creating hazardous driving conditions.
Accumulations of 1 to 3 inches of snow are expected above 3,000 feet through the Grapevine pass, and 4 to 6 inches in mountain areas above 5,000 feet.
The National Weather Service reports a “high impact along the Interstate 5 and Highway 58 corridors” until 11 p.m., and motorists are “encouraged to check road conditions as this situation develops through the afternoon and early evening.”
Temperatures are hovering around 30 degrees in the Lebec area at noon Saturday, with intermittent snow falling. Chains are required on roads in the Mount Pinos region.
“A winter weather advisory means that periods of snow, sleet or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties,” according to NWS. “Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities.”
Santa Clarita has an 80 percent chance of rain through 4 p.m., followed by possible showers and thunderstorms, with a high near 52.
The chance of rain in Santa Clarita lowers to 40 percent Saturday night, mainly before 10 p.m., with a low around 37.
Sunday should bring a 20 chance of rain to Santa Clarita with a high near 54, followed by mostly clear skies and overnight lows of 38-41 degrees throughout the week.
Snow Likely to Stick to I-5 Saturday Night
