Wednesday evening forecast – Dec. 11th

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - We will see scattered clouds Wednesday night with the chance of coastal fog developing over western Santa Barbara County. Lows around 50 degrees are expected for the coast and inland areas. Some gusty winds are expected along the South Coast, west of Goleta.

On Thursday, we'll begin to see a warming trend. Expect some high clouds with afternoon highs in the upper-60s to mid-70s for most areas. North winds will reach 15 to 25 mph, with gusts up to 40 mph possible for the Gaviota area.

Friday will bring another warm day with breezy conditions. On Saturday a front will pass through our area, bringing cooler temperatures and the chance for light rain in mountain areas. Mostly sunny skies return Sunday and Monday before another chance for rain by the middle of next week.