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Thunderstorms Predicted for Monday

A low-pressure system will swing through Southern California, bringing with it rain, colder temperatures and gusty winds.

A late-season storm will bring cold temperatures, rain and wind to Southern California through Tuesday, according to a special weather statement from the National Weather Service.

The cause of this storm is a low-pressure system that swing through the Los Angeles area late Monday and Tuesday, dropping temperatures 5- to 10-degrees below average, according to forecasters.

Monday's high will be near 68 degrees, according to the NWS.

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Meteorologists predict gusty south to southeast winds on Monday, and wind advisories may be issued for some areas; however, the highest predicted gusts in Palos Verdes are 20 mph.

The NWS predicts a 70 percent chance of rain—including the possibility of thunderstorms—in Palos Verdes on Monday. Showers are more likely in the morning. There is a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms on Tuesday morning.

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"Wet and slick roadways are expected for the morning and evening work commutes, with increased delays likely," forecasters said.

—City News Service contributed to this report.


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