Storm after storm will crash ashore in the West this week, and California willbear the brunt of the heavy rain and mountain snow, howling winds and toweringwaves.Through tonight, rainfall totals will near as much as 4 inches along parts ofthe California coast. Over 0.50 of an inch of rain will inundate most of theGolden State before the day comes to a close.

In the Pacific Northwest, rainfall through tonight will tend to be an inch orless.

Meanwhile, the heaviest snowfall will hit the central and southern SierraNevada at elevations above 6,000 to 7,000 feet; 2-3 feet of snow will pile upby daybreak on Tuesday.

While the rain and mountain snow will have overall benefit for the region, itwill also bring some adverse impact. Minor urban flooding will occur widely inCalifornia with more serious local impacts in Southern California. Mud flowswill slide off burn-scarred slopes above the Los Angeles Basin and could poseserious problems.

Story by AccuWeather.com Meteorologists Jim Andrews and Katie Storbeck.